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Non-profit and membership-based organization that actively works to recruit, retain & advance women in cybersecurity. 🔒 💻
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One community. One mission. 💜The #WiCyS2026 community came together for our annual group photo, a powerful reminder of what it looks like when women, men, allies, and advocates unite to recruit, retain and advance women in cybersecurity.Thank you for being part of this incredible movement. by @wicysorg

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There isn't just one path into cybersecurity.Join this inspiring webinar to hear how a self-taught technologist built a cybersecurity career at AWS without a college degree, and how AI, continuous learning, and community can help open doors at every stage of your career.Whether you're just getting started or looking to grow your skills, you'll gain practical insights into learning cybersecurity in today's AI-driven world.Register today via the link in bio. by @wicysorg

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Ready to put your cybersecurity skills to the test?Join Amazon, Fortinet, and WiCyS for “Together We Hack,” an immersive Capture the Flag (CTF) experience designed for cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts looking to sharpen their skills, connect with peers, and tackle real-world challenges.📍 This is a fully in-person event taking place August 4 in Seattle, Washington, at Amazon’s Frontier office building.Please note: This opportunity is available exclusively to active WiCyS members and requires in-person attendance. Participants must bring a government-issued ID and a personal laptop.With challenge categories including AI, web, pwn, networking, and more, plus keynote sessions and networking opportunities, this is a day you won't want to miss.Spots are limited to 120 WiCyS members. Apply today via the link in bio. #wicys #womenincybersecurity #cybersecurity #capturetheflag #ctf #amazon #fortinet #cybercommunity #cybercareers #cybersecuritytraining by @wicysorg

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Caption:Episode 2 of the Woman in the Middle: Live From #WiCyS2026 podcast series is LIVE! 🎙️Recorded onsite at #WiCyS2026, host Jackie McGuire sits down with Gabby Bozier of Navy Federal Credit Union, cybersecurity student Sage Despeignes and WiCyS Board Member Sarah Morales of Google Cloud to explore the power of the WiCyS Edge.From navigating a career in cybersecurity to building meaningful connections through networking and mentorship, these conversations highlight what makes the WiCyS community unique. You'll also hear practical advice on preparing for interviews, growing your professional network and finding your place in the cybersecurity workforce.🎧Watch and listen on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts🔗Link in bioStay tuned for more conversations LIVE from #WiCyS2026! by @wicysorg

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Ready to level up your malware analysis skills?The WiCyS Cyber Competency Builder, powered by Just Hacking Training, is back with Course 2: Script-Based Malware Analysis. Designed for aspiring and experienced cybersecurity professionals alike, this free member benefit will help you analyze script-based threats, understand malicious behavior, and strengthen your defensive skill set.📅 Course: August 31 – September 28, 2026⏰ Registration closes: August 28, 2026💜 Free for WiCyS members in good standingPlease note: Registration for Course 2 is separate from Course 1. If you completed the first course, you'll still need to apply to join this cohort.Learn more and register: Link In Bio. by @wicysorg

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Think you can out-hack a ransomware collective? Now's your chance.Coming August 17, @Flare and @SANS are teaming up with @WiCyS to bring you a beginner-friendly CTF. All you need is the Tor browser, no paid tools, no prior CTF experience required.In Sisterhood of the Traveling Packets, you'll infiltrate a careless ransomware collective's dark web leak site and expose their OPSEC failures through forensics, exploitation, and decoding. Time to turn the hunters into the hunted.What's in it for you: 🎯 Fully browser-based challenge, running August 17-19 👕 First 250 solvers get a Sisterhood of the Traveling Packets t-shirt 🏆 First 3 solvers win a SANS course on-demand + an annual WiCyS membership (if not already a member)🔗 Sign-ups are open - Link In Bio!#WiCyS #SisterhoodoftheTravelingPackets #FlareCTF #CTF by @wicysorg

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Agentic AI is reshaping the threat landscape—and traditional security frameworks weren't built to keep up.Join this webinar to explore MAESTRO, the Cloud Security Alliance's threat modeling framework for Agentic AI. Learn how to identify emerging risks, understand multi-agent attack scenarios, and strengthen your approach to securing autonomous AI systems.Can't attend live? Register anyway to receive the recording.Register today via the link in bio. #WiCyS #cybersecurity #AI #agenticAI #cloudsecurity #threatmodeling by @wicysorg

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Every cybersecurity journey starts somewhere—and sometimes, one opportunity opens the door to many more. 💜 From hands-on competitions to lasting connections, stories like Lucija's show how stepping outside your comfort zone can build skills, confidence, and a strong community along the way.Read Lucija's story and explore more WiCyS Stories: Link In Bio.#wicys #womenincybersecurity #cybersecurity #capturetheflag #cybercommunity #womenintech #cybersecuritycareer #womeninstem #professionaldevelopment #cyberleaders by @wicysorg

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As your organization grows, so does the complexity of securing it.Join this webinar to discover how AI agents can help scale security reviews, validate controls, identify risks faster, and turn security knowledge into actionable decisions—freeing security teams to focus on strategic initiatives.Register today via the link in bio! by @wicysorg

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AI is getting smarter, but are your digital habits keeping up? Join us for an upcoming workshop or webinar to #GetCyberSmart2026 about AI in July. There are events for every age and skill level. Check out getcybertsmart.org/events to learn more. #take9 #cybercivildefense by @wicysorg

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AI is evolving—and so are the security challenges that come with it.Join experts from Palo Alto Networks to explore the shift from generative AI to autonomous AI agents, learn how agentic AI can streamline security operations, and discover practical strategies to manage the emerging risks these technologies introduce.Register today: Link In Bio. by @wicysorg

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Ready to put your cybersecurity skills to the test?Join Amazon, Fortinet, and WiCyS for “Together We Hack,” an immersive Capture the Flag (CTF) experience designed for cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts looking to sharpen their skills, connect with peers, and tackle real-world challenges.📍 This is a fully in-person event taking place August 4 in Seattle, Washington, at Amazon’s Frontier office building.Please note: This opportunity is available exclusively to active WiCyS members and requires in-person attendance. Participants must bring a government-issued ID and a personal laptop.With challenge categories including AI, web, pwn, networking, and more, plus keynote sessions and networking opportunities, this is a day you won't want to miss.Spots are limited to 120 WiCyS members. Apply today via the link in bio. #wicys #womenincybersecurity #cybersecurity #capturetheflag #ctf #amazon #fortinet #cybercommunity #cybercareers #cybersecuritytraining by @wicysorg

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