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While the cybersecurity community is generally welcoming, there is still a significant disparity when it comes to hiring women onto security teams. This is particularly true for women who are the first to join a team or those who are just starting their careers. One way to break through these barriers is to provide more opportunities for women to network and connect with other women in the field. This can foster a more supportive and inclusive environment, and can also help to provide role models and mentors for young women considering a career in cybersecurity. #WomenInCybersecurity #DiversityMatters #Mentorship

Nicole Darden Ford makes an important point here. The gender disparity that she calls attention to needs to be recognized, and addressed, by cybersecurity leaders as both a moral obligation and a business imperative. The talent shortage facing the industry has been reported on ad nauseam, and the organizations that take a hard look at their hiring practices to make them more inclusive will have a clear competitive advantage. After all, if you are actively (or passively) excluding women from your talent pool, you are going to miss out on some exceptional #cyber professionals. I'd encourage anyone who is invested in equitable hiring practices in #cybersecurity to read what I found to be a very thoughtful article with actionable takeaways from Shira Shamban.

How we can break barriers and attract more women into cybersecurity. ☁️Shira Shamban shares several factors contribute to the challenges women face in entering the cybersecurity business. Three Shira wants to shed light on: 1. The absence of visible female representation often dissuades women from considering certain positions. 2. Women frequently exhibit distinct approaches to problem-solving, a discrepancy evident in job applications and hiring processes. 3. Navigating a world predominantly shaped by male dynamics poses additional challenges for women https://lnkd.in/ezAW_S7r

We need more women in cybersecurity! 💻 💪 How can we break down barriers and attract them to this critical field? This article by ☁️Shira Shamban explores the challenges women face in cybersecurity, from a lack of visible role models to exclusionary social gatherings. But it also offers practical solutions for creating a more inclusive environment, like acknowledging these challenges, addressing unconscious bias, and opening up the hiring process. Let's all do our part to #breakthebias and make cybersecurity a more welcoming space for women. 🙌 Read the full article here via SC Media: https://lnkd.in/ezAW_S7r #WomenOnIT #WomenInCybersecurity #DiversityInTech #DiversityAndInclusion

[𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐈𝐧 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒] I may be a day late, but today, I want to shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions of women in the cybersecurity field. Despite making up only 20-25% of the workforce (quite low!), women are leading the way in innovation, leadership, and resilience. From pioneers like Ada Lovelace to modern trailblazers like Katie Moussouris, women have been at the forefront of technological advancements and cybersecurity solutions. However, we must acknowledge the challenges that many women still face in this industry. It’s crucial to create inclusive and supportive environments that not only attract but also retain talented women in cybersecurity. Let’s continue to celebrate their achievements, advocate for equal opportunities, and work towards a more diverse and secure digital world. To all the women in cybersecurity: Your work is invaluable, and your impact is profound. Keep breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation! PS: Accurate picture of me working #WomenInCyber #Cybersecurity #DiversityInTech #WomenInTech #Inclusion

“Despite the growing importance of cyber security and the industry's talent shortage, women remain underrepresented, holding only 26% of positions." In her contribution for ITPro, Splunk SURGe's Audra Streetman shares her thoughts on diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Learn about the barriers women currently face in the industry, and how companies can begin to attract and retain female talent within cybersecurity: https://splk.it/3UbJPkg #Cybersecurity #WomenInTech #DiversityAndInclusion

Forrester Research suggests that women only hold 16% of CISO roles in 2022 – up 3 percentage points from 2021. But pay may not be the only issue for women in CISO roles, according to Forrester. Other issues like support by other members of the executive suite, access to or the importance of certifications and shortcomings in succession planning may further add to the challenges for women security leaders. Hollenback believes that education, recruitment, nurturing progression, and executive positions all conspire to limit women's participation in cybersecurity. “Today’s cybersecurity professional has to be a technologist and has to be commercially oriented. They have to be operational, and they have to be regulation-savvy. So, the careers in cybersecurity have never been broader than they’ve been,” concludes Hollenbeck.  Allan Tan Rupal Shah Hollenbeck Check Point Software Technologies Ltd Audrey Pereira-Loong Melissa Lee CXOCIETY FutureCIO FutureCISO #cybersecurity #talentgap #iwd2024 Christine T. Sukhpreet Kaur Melinda Ramo Clarise Goh Nigel Standley Craig Shibinsky Forrester Iris Leong Melinda I. https://lnkd.in/g-v7tAqQ

Diverse Cybersecurity: Unlocking Opportunities New research by ISC2 sheds light on the state of gender diversity in cybersecurity. The findings reveal a significant gender gap, with only 4% of cybersecurity teams having a majority of women, while 11% lack any female representation at all. Globally, women make up just 23% of cybersecurity teams, signaling a need for increased inclusivity in the industry. Despite challenges, there are encouraging signs, with younger women increasingly entering the field, accounting for 26% in the under-30 age group. However, disparities persist, with women's salaries trailing behind men's by an average of $5,400 globally and nearly $8,000 for women of color in the US. Retaining women in cybersecurity careers requires concerted efforts toward diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, as highlighted by ISC2 CEO Clar Rosso. For further insights, you can read the full article: https://lnkd.in/g8bejBx9. Let's continue striving for a more diverse and inclusive cybersecurity community! #DiversityInTech #WomenInCybersecurity

Let's Talk About The Gender Gap in Cybersecurity At Red Sky, we take this topic quite seriously. Bridging the gender gap in cybersecurity is not just about equality; it's about tapping into a rich pool of untapped talent. Red Sky Consulting is committed to promoting diversity in cybersecurity leadership. Discover how we're making a difference. The participation of women in the cybersecurity field is on a notable rise. According to projections by CyberCrime Magazine, they are set to represent 30% of the global cybersecurity workforce by 2025, with this percentage increasing to 35% by 2031. https://buff.ly/3UdJttF #CyberSecurity #GenderPayGap #GenderGapCybersecurity #DataProtection #Hacking #CyberCrime

According to ISC2's Women in Cybersecurity Report, women only make up just 24% of the cybersecurity workforce, highlighting a critical diversity gap. This statistic highlights the urgent need for initiatives aimed at increasing women's representation in cybersecurity positions. Discover key strategies in our latest blog to bridge this gap and build a more inclusive cybersecurity community: https://hubs.la/Q02qbKSt0 #womenincyber #cyberdiversity #cyberrecruitment #DEIstrategies