Curious about where you fit in cybersecurity? This webinar is your chance to explore the field with insights from experienced ServiceNow professionals. Hear their stories, get tips on defining your path, and start building your unique career roadmap. Don’t miss out—register now to secure your spot: https://ow.ly/9YIs50U0C7a #wicys #womenincybersecurity
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS)
Computer and Network Security
Cookeville, Tennessee 100,058 followers
About us
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) is a non-profit and membership-based organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in the cybersecurity field. Founded through a National Science Foundation grant to Tennessee Tech University in 2012, WiCyS (pronounced Wee-Sis) is the brainchild of Dr. Ambareen Siraj, who grew the initiative into a vibrant and active community of women and supportive men from academia, industry, government and research. The organization is working to improve diversity and pipeline in the cybersecurity workforce, and it does so through numerous initiatives, together with Strategic Partners and an army of energetic volunteers. WiCyS' Founding Partners are Cisco, Facebook and Palo Alto Networks. In addition to Dr. Siraj and representatives from the Founding Partners, the WiCyS Board of Governors includes Chair Dr. Janell Straach of UT-Dallas, Treasurer Dr. Costis Toregas of George Washington University, and leaders from Carnegie Mellon University, the Naval Postgraduate School, and Societe Generale. WiCyS helps build a strong cybersecurity workforce with gender equality by facilitating recruitment, retention and advancement for women in the field. WiCyS offers mentoring, training programs, scholarships, virtual and in-person conferences, leadership series, career fairs, webinars, and more to women at all stages of their cybersecurity career journey!
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- Computer and Network Security
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- 2-10 employees
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- Cookeville, Tennessee
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- Nonprofit
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370 S Lowe Ave
Cookeville, Tennessee 38501, US
Employees at Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS)
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Janice Reese
Digital Transformation | Strategic Partnerships | Interoperability | CxO Trust Advisory Board Member | 405d Ambassador | HSCC Cybersecurity Working…
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Greg Shannon, Ph.D.
Laboratory Fellow (INL) and Chief Science Officer (CyManII)
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Peter M. Baldwin, M.B.A.
Fractional CFO | Business Architect | Author & Show Host | Financial Planner
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Laura H.
Flight Commander, US Air Force Reserves | ISSA International Board Member | Northern Colorado ISSA President
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Is WiCyS the community you’ve been looking for? 🕵️♀️ Discover how real members are advancing their careers and education through the support and resources WiCyS offers. Ready to take the next step? Join us today and let’s build a stronger cybersecurity future together! 💪 https://lnkd.in/gtJ5yK9W #WiCyS #WomenInCyber #CyberCommunity
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🚩 Ready to capture the flag? WiCyS members with 1+ years of post-graduate experience are invited to join Amazon Security’s multi-city Capture the Flag (CTF) competition on November 14th and 15th. Compete in-person in Arlington, New York City, or Seattle, showcase your skills, and get the chance to interview with Amazon’s hiring teams on-site. Spots are limited, so don’t miss out! 🎯 Apply by November 8th to secure your place. 🔗 Find the link in the newsletter below!
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🧠 Unlock the secrets of secure #GenerativeAI! Join us for an exclusive talk with Amazon Web Services (AWS) as we explore 4 essential mental models for understanding the security of AI architectures. Equip your teams to harness AI with confidence and safeguard innovation every step of the way! 🚀🔒 Save your spot here – https://ow.ly/bOKk50TYcKv #AI #CyberSecurity #AWS #AIWebinar
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🚩 Ready to test your cybersecurity skills? 🚩 WiCyS and Amazon Security are thrilled to announce the Amazon x WiCyS Capture the Flag (CTF) 2024 competition! This two-day, multi-city event offers an exciting chance for WiCyS members to showcase their expertise in categories like web, networking, crypto, and more! Highlights: 🎯 Compete for 48 hours on a virtual platform 🎯 Gain hands-on experience across 7 challenge categories 🎯 Opportunity for on-site interviews with Amazon Security teams! Key Details: 📍 Event Locations: Arlington, VA; New York, NY; Seattle, WA 📆 Competition Dates: November 14-15 🍽️ Lunch provided by Amazon 🏆 Award ceremony at the end of Day 2 Eligibility: ✔️ Open to WiCyS members with 1+ years of industry experience ✔️ In-person attendance required Apply Now! Applications open October 25 and close November 6. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with top talent and showcase your cybersecurity skills. https://lnkd.in/gsaUY93e
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A haunted house but it's... 👻 ...an email alert announcing a new security training 👻 ...a meeting that got rescheduled to 4 PM on a Friday 👻 ...full of the job applications that went unanswered 👻 ...full of your colleagues' Notes apps containing all of their passwords 👻 ...the two-factor authentication you forgot to set up 👻 ...it's a password policy that demands a strong password with 20 characters, 8 capital letters, 10 special symbols, no consecutive letters, you can't use any words from your 3 last passwords, it has to include your zodiac sign, the time of your birth, the na– Happy Halloween from WiCyS! 🎃 #happyhalloween #wicys #womenincybersecurity
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🎓💻 Ready to make your mark at #WiCyS2025 in Dallas? Apply for a scholarship to join the largest global stage spotlighting women in cybersecurity! Whether you're a student, faculty, mentor, military member, ally, or from an underrepresented group, we’ve got opportunities for you. Scholarships include reduced registration, free lodging, and more! 🚀 Applications close Nov 4! ⏳ Learn more and apply now 👉 https://ow.ly/eM7E50TWIZq #WiCyS2025 #wicys #womenincybersecurity #CybersecurityEvents
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📚 Attention book lovers! Help empower future women in cybersecurity by purchasing Stronger Together: Women in Cybersecurity by David Meece. We're thrilled to share that the first donation from the book’s proceeds has already supported WiCyS Scholarships – and with your support, there’s more to come! 💪 #ScholarshipSupport #WiCyS #Cybersecurity
On a mission to help 50K students get into Cybersecurity by 2030 | SANS Cyber Community of the Year Winner | Featured in Top Cyber News Magazine | Educator | Mentor | Speaker | Author
🔥If you would like to support our mission to help Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) scholarships for next year, please pick a copy of the book Stronger Together: Women In Cybersecurity up on Barnes and Noble or Amazon! Get your copy here today!!!!! 👇 👇 Barnes and Noble➡https://lnkd.in/g_Htz36v Amazon➡https://lnkd.in/gGKgdGyJ 🌏 This book throws open the doors to the world of IT and Cybersecurity, celebrating over 100 accomplished women who have carved their own paths in these dynamic fields. It's not just a chronical of their achievements, though each story delves into the unique challenges they faced, offering invaluable insights and stereotypes. But the true mission here goes beyond personal triumphs. These women are passionate about inspiring the next generation. They share their journeys not just to celebrate their success, but to ignite a fire in others and show them the incredible possibilities that are within these fields. The book tackles head-on challenges women face entering the industry, emphasizing the crucial role of male allies in fostering a more inclusive environment. It champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as essential ingredients for a thriving tech landscape. By showcasing successful women in cybersecurity, it shines a light on the accessibility of these careers to all, regardless of background. And the impact goes even further. ✅ All proceeds from this book are donated directly to scholarships via Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) empowering the next generation of women to break into cybersecurity. It's a powerful testament to the transformative power of representation and the value diversity brings to STEMS fields, fostering stronger and more innovative teams. This book is more than a book of stories - it's a call to action, a celebration of resilience, and a roadmap to a brighter future for women in IT and cybersecurity. #cybersecurity #infosecurity #infosec #leadershipbyexample
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Calling all WiCyS members! 📣 Join us in making a difference at #RSAC2025 as a volunteer and connect with the RSA Conference community. Don’t miss this chance to learn, network, and inspire! 🙌
We're looking for volunteers to participate as #RSAC2025 Session Room Hosts. As a volunteer, you'll receive a complimentary Full Conference pass, with access to educational programs and premium networking events. Interested? Create a login, then learn more here: https://spr.ly/6044SGBz0
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#WhatTheMFA? When you enable MFA, you disable the bad actors and hackers. Quick solutions like multi-factor authentication are a strong defense. #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth #SecureOurWorld #WhatThe2MFA