Cybersecurity Woman of the Year’s Post

At Hunters, we are proud of the women who are making significant contributions to cybersecurity and the inspiring women we interact with daily. Check out our blog to hear from these leaders about their experiences in the tech industry and their valuable advice for aspiring female leaders: https://hubs.li/Q02xz8Hg0

#E14 CISOnomics SPOTLIGHT on Cyber Diversity in ’24 - Larry & Lynn 10 Years In! Larry Whiteside Jr. and Lynn Dohm have dedicated the past decade to improving diversity in cybersecurity - so what's changed, and what still needs to be done? Here they look to the past, present and future - and explore findings from the Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) inclusion report. Larry is a CISO, thought leader and founder of non-profit Cyversity, and Lynn is a multi award-winning leader & speaker, and Executive Director of Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS). Includes: 👁 You can’t be what you can’t see 📊 Data driven insights & decision making in diversity 📢 Allies are vital to amplifying the message! 👐 WiCyS is not a women’s only organisation – everyone’s welcome 📒 The state of inclusion report was damning for cybersecurity ❤️ Diversity can’t just be a feelgood metric 🛫 Retention: glass ceiling sees women leaving the cybersecurity industry 🛑 the risk of not having diverse perspectives in business 📥 If varied candidates don’t apply, change your processes 👇 Links to podcast and report in comments

Did you know? Women make up just 24% of the cybersecurity workforce worldwide. Joining female-only associations isn't just about networking—it's about closing the gender gap. Discover how these groups provide crucial support, mentorship, and resources for women in cybersecurity. Here are eight associations women in cybersecurity can go to connect, engage, and inspire each other. https://lnkd.in/gDtQ5NQH #WomenInCybersecurity #Cybersecurity

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿. Did you know women make up only 24% of the cybersecurity workforce? (ISC2 Report) Yet their impact is undeniable—they are at the forefront of building a safer, more secure digital environment. As the founder of a cybersecurity awareness company, I’ve seen firsthand how women’s unique perspectives drive innovation and reshape how we approach security challenges. Their leadership and mentorship are inspiring. Let’s commit to increasing those numbers and creating more inclusive environments - because a diverse workforce makes for a stronger, more secure digital world. #WomenInCyber #CyberLeadership #DiversityInTech #CyberAwareness P.S. Which woman in cybersecurity inspired you recently? Share in the comments please!

💡An enlightening event - in partnership with Fortinet. The session focused on "Empowering women in cybersecurity - strategies for inclusion, support, and advocacy". ❤️ Huge thanks to these powerhouse women for their insights: Fariba Alim-Marvasti, Mariesa W., Melissa S., Bonnie Sparkman, Srija Reddy Allam, and Sarah Tijou. 🍎 Some of our favourite pearls of wisdom: "A situation is only a failure if you fail to learn. And most women were always learning, right?" "It takes a lot to be able to overcome your imposter syndrome. It can be tricky. But you have to self-advocate. Believe in yourself, it starts with you." "We have learned how to work hard and deliver on our commitments. Every day we show up with the right attitude and put in a lot of sweat equity with the idea that somewhere along the line, our hard work and effort will be recognized." ✅ First of our fabulous Fortinet sessions done, we're very excited for more to come! #CyberSecurity #Innovation #DiversityAndInclusion #ResilientGrowth #Spotlight #WomenInBusiness #WomenLeaders #WomenInTech

As the CEO of Liongard, I've navigated through a career path filled with challenges and triumphs, all while striving to break barriers and pave the way for women in #cybersecurity #connectivity #comcastbusiness #Iworkforcomcast

Celebrating Women's Contribution in Cybersecurity: Empowering Change As we celebrate International Women's Day, it's the perfect opportunity to shine a spotlight on the remarkable women leading the charge in cybersecurity. Today, we celebrate their invaluable contributions, resilience, and leadership in shaping the future of digital security. Here’s why women's contribution to cybersecurity is worth celebrating:  *Diverse Perspectives*: Women bring diverse perspectives, insights, and approaches to cybersecurity, enriching decision-making processes and driving innovation in tackling cyber threats.  *Role Models and Mentors*: Women leaders serve as role models and mentors, inspiring the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and empowering them to pursue rewarding careers in this dynamic field.  *Advocates for Inclusion*: Women leaders advocate for diversity and inclusion in cybersecurity, fostering environments where all voices are heard and valued, regardless of gender, race, or background.  *Pioneers in Technology*: Women are trailblazers in leveraging technology and data-driven approaches to address complex cybersecurity challenges, driving advancements in threat detection, incident response, and risk management. Today, and every day, let's celebrate and uplift the incredible women’s contributions who are making a difference in cybersecurity and paving the way for a more inclusive and secure digital future. *Happy International Women's Day!* #internationalwomensday #womenincybersecurity #cyberleadership #diversityandinclusion #empowerment #tcscybersecurity #happyfriday

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝘀𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗮 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁? 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗲𝗻. It's time to challenge and overcome these stereotypes. Every day, there is a  talk about why there are fewer women representation in cybersecurity.   Often on social media platforms, we come across discussions, posts highlighting the lower representation of women in cybersecurity-related content, there are observations about the limited number of women as panelists and speakers in various events.   Recently, CyberFrat conducted its CyberFrat Gold meet in #Bangalore, but there wasn't a single woman attendee. This noticeable absence underlined the need for greater increase and active participation of women in such critical events. It's crucial for women to be part of these gatherings, where networking, learning, and showcasing innovations happen. Our presence is important for a diverse and inclusive cybersecurity community.   Observing this, CyberFrat has launched a special initiative, to bring diversity in the community. I request the women out there to explore.   𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲! #womenincybersecurity #cybersecurity #royalenfeild #cyberfrat #cxojunction #empoweringwomen #makechange #networking #connections #innovations #specialinitiative #diversity #explore

September 1 marks a significant occasion in the global calendar—International Women in Cyber Day (IWCD). Established to honour the achievements and contributions of women in cybersecurity, this day serves as both a celebration and a call to action for greater inclusion and recognition in a field traditionally dominated by men. The official theme of IWCD 2024 is ‘Cybersecurity in the Digital Age: The Role of Women in Shaping Tomorrow's Security.’ Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Lynn Dohm Maréva Koulamallah #womenincybersecurity #womenintech #womenempowerment #womenleaders #womeninbusiness #cybersecurity #cyberfit #cyberday #celebrationday #cybersecurityprofessionals #cyberresilience #menews247 #womeninsociety #digitalinnovation #cybersecurityindustry #calltoaction #internationalday #digitalage #internationalwomen #globalwomen

🌟Calling all champions of cybersecurity! 🌟 Know an outstanding student in the security field? Nominate them for the 'Best Industry Initiative that Supports Diversity, Inclusion and Equality' category at the Women in Security Awards sponsored by AustCyber! Let's celebrate and empower the next generation of security experts! Explore and nominate exceptional initiatives that champion diversity, inclusion, and equality, whether within organisational confines or through external community-focused campaigns. Whether it’s an internal program or an external effort, the awards celebrate initiatives based on their scale, quality, success, acceptance, and innovativeness. 🏆 By participating, you not only support the recognition of exceptional programs but also inspire others to invest in the development of new talent. Join the movement of empowering the next generation and contribute to the collective growth of the security industry. 💪 Together, let's celebrate the programs that are shaping the future of security through their dedication to young individuals. Don't miss the chance to nominate and highlight those making a lasting impact. 👉 Visit https://lnkd.in/gznUC-4b to nominate now! For more information on the Awards, visit: https://lnkd.in/dWVvJb8 #2024WISAWARDS #womeninsecurity #womeninsecurityawards #source2create #cybersecurity #infosecurity #womenintech #security #diversity #Australianwomeninsecurity #ticketsonsalenow #Austcyber #NominateNow #NextGenLeaders