According to the ISC2 2023 Workforce Study, women represent only 26% of the cybersecurity workforce in the ’30 years old’ and under category, with even lower numbers within older groups. And yet, the workforce gap has reached a record high, with 4 million professionals needed to adequately safeguard the world’s digital assets.
Despite these daunting numbers, many organizations have started to embrace DEI initiatives and incorporate skills-based hiring; providing opportunity to break through gender biases to begin – or advance – your journey.
During this webcast, hear from a panel of successful women at various stages of their careers who will share their stories on:
How they entered the profession Barriers they have encountered and lessons learned
How they have advanced their careers
Now, more so than in the past, there are a variety of pathways to enter the cybersecurity profession.
Walk away from this discussion inspired to continue your cyber career journey – wherever that may lead you!
Presenters:
Samantha Bolet, Latinas in Cyber; Jenai Marinkovic, GRCIE; Pooja Shimpi, SyberNow;
Moderator: Dwan Jones, ISC2
