Items Tagged with 'women in cyber security'

In this episode of Lock It Down with Security Magazine, we discuss the state of the security industry for women.

While women in security have seen forward progress, the path hasn’t always been linear. 

September 1st marks International Women in Cyber Day. While notable strides in progress have been made for women in the industry, there are still roadblocks that impede many career journeys. 

Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of nonprofit organization WiCyS discusses the importance of inclusion when solving the cybersecurity workforce gap.

How can leaders, both male and female, better support women as they navigate this traditionally male-dominated industry?

As International Women in Cyber Day draws closer, security professionals are reflecting on the progress made as well as the challenges women continue to face in the industry. 

Policies and procedures within workplaces should support everyone and it’s the duty of leaders to make sure they’re creating an inclusive environment.

Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of nonprofit organization WiCyS discusses the importance of inclusion when solving the cybersecurity workforce gap.

Confidence Staveley's security career centers inclusion and education, aiming to increase the number of women in the field.

Quratulann "Annie" Jamshed discusses the role that curiosity plays in building a cybersecurity career.