The WiCyS Vulnerability Disclosure Program (VDP) is designed to provide WiCyS members with hands-on, technical training in identifying, reporting, and remediating cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Utilizing the WiCyS website and platform as […]
The WiCyS Security Training Scholarship, made possible by WiCyS Tier 1 Partners and Premier Supporters, is a multi-staged scholarship opportunity for WiCyS members. Those selected will participate in a reliable pathway to launch […]
Networking does not have to mean working the room or forcing yourself to be someone you are not. This interactive session is designed to help early-career professionals build meaningful professional connections in a way that feels authentic, grounded, and sustainable. Participants will learn practical tools to start conversations with ease, navigate networking environments with confidence, […]
About the SANS Executive Cybersecurity Exercise at RSAC Conference 2026: This 90-minute SANS Executive Cyber Exercise will put you inside a simulated cyber event to help your organization understand what it takes to respond to a cyber incident from a strategic perspective. The simulated exercise will emphasize the importance of a well-practiced cyber crisis plan […]
The WiCyS Aspiring Professional Mentorship Program connects undergraduate WiCyS student members with experienced mentors across the cybersecurity industry. This 4-month group-based mentorship experience helps students build core career readiness skills while engaging in a supportive, empowering community. Based on NACE Career Readiness Competencies, the curriculum equips aspiring professionals with the skills, tools, and mentorship needed […]
Conduct the monthly Board Meeting to review organizational performance, address open action items, approve next steps, and coordinate upcoming events and strategic initiatives. Connect with WiCyS Austin HERE
Book: Co-Intelligence - Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy by Cathy O’Neil Weapons of Math Destruction by Cathy O’Neil explores how big data and algorithms, often seen as objective and fair, can actually reinforce inequality and harm society. O’Neil argues that many of the mathematical models used to make important […]
WiCyS Deaf Affiliate is thrilled to invite you to the upcoming Affiliate Membership Meeting! Whether you're a longtime member or exploring our community for the first time, there is an exciting session planned. This meeting is a fantastic opportunity to learn about WiCyS, the upcoming 2026 Annual Conference, and meet other deaf and hard-of-hearing members. […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
Join Venus Liong and Michelle Duell, top 10 winners of the WiCyS Target Cyber Defense Challenge 2025, as they crack open real-world reverse engineering challenges using Ghidra—and yes, they're bringing AI to the party. In this engaging session, you'll watch two brilliant problem-solvers from completely different backgrounds break down a live DNS exfiltration CTF challenge. […]
Confidence and presence are essential for mid-career professionals navigating leadership moments, presentations, and high-pressure conversations. This learning sprint is designed to help participants access grounded confidence and communicate with clarity […]
Networking does not have to mean working the room or forcing yourself to be someone you are not. This interactive session is designed to help early-career professionals build meaningful professional connections in a way that feels authentic, grounded, and sustainable. Participants will learn practical tools to start conversations with ease, navigate networking environments with confidence, […]