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Activity | Title (if applicable) | Organization/Individual | Date | Location | Address | More info |
Event | OSINT Challenge | The CARE Lab at Temple University | 10/14/2024 | Virtual | More info | |
Event | In-person Cybersecurity event | CyberCulture LLC | 10/16/2024 | In-person | Fairfax, VA | More info |
Event | Empowering Women in Cybersecurity | Empowering Women in Cybersecurity | 10/16/2024 | In-person | More info | |
Event | Cyber Women's Leadership Speaker's Series | Darktrace Federal | 10/17/2024 | In-person | Arlington, VA | More info |
Event | Youth Cyber Summit | Iowa State University | 10/12/2024 | In-person | Ames, IA | More info |
Event | GEARING UP FOR CYBERSECURITY CAREER WEEK KICKOFF EVENT NICE | SANS Capitol Hill 2024: Building a Skilled and Diverse Cybersecurity Workforce | SANS Institute | 09/19/2024 | In-person and Virtual | Washington, DC , DC | More info |
Event | Competition: Cybersecurity Careers Capture the Flag Competition | VA Cyber Range | 10/14/2024 | Virtual | More info | |
Event | Competition: Space Grand Challenge 2024 Sandbox Series | California Cybersecurity Institute | 10/14/2024 | Virtual | More info | |
Event | Workshop: Capture the Flag (CTF) Workshop | Virginia Cyber Range | 10/14/2024 | Virtual | More info | |
Event | SANS Webinar: Cybersecurity Career Journeys: From the SANS Experts | SANS | 10/15/2024 | Virtual | More info | |
Event | OSINT Challenge | The CARE Lab at Temple University | 10/14/2024 | Virtual | More info | |
Event | PSA Contest | The CARE Lab at Temple University | 09/01/2024 | Virtual | More info | |
Event | Cyber Education Night | Montgomery County Intermediate Unit | 10/16/2024 | In-person | Blue Bell, PA | More info |
Event | The Patriots Cybersecurity Olympics at Bowie State University | Department of Technology & Security Bowie State University | 10/23/2024 | In-person | Bowie, MD | More info |
Event | HBCU Week | North Carolina Central University (NCCU) | 08/27/2024 | Virtual | More info | |
Event | Night of Cyber | Center for Cybersecurity at the University of West Florida | 10/30/2024 | In-person | Pensacola, FL | More info |
Event | Cyber Saturday | Capitol Technology University | 10/05/2024 | In-person and Virtual | Laurel, MD | More info |
Event | Alabama Lieutenant Governor's Cup | The University of Alabama in Huntsville | 10/14/2024 | Virtual | More info | |
Event | Careers in IT and Cyber Fair | University of Hawaii | 10/10/2024 | In-person | Kapolei, HI | More info |
Event | Careers in Tech and Intelligence Fair | University of Hawaii | 10/11/2024 | In-person | Honolulu, HI | More info |
Event | Filling the Cyber Workforce Gap: Talent Development Initiatives at CISA | Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency | 10/16/2024 | Virtual | More info | |
Event | Girls in Tech Summit | University Arkansas Little Rock | 10/15/2024 | In-person | Conway, AR | More info |
Event | Vol State Cybersecurity Awareness Event | Tennessee Tech University / CEROC | 10/21/2024 | In-person | Gallatin, TN | More info |
Event | WiCyS Virtual Career Fair | Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) | 09/25/2024 | Virtual | More info | |
Proclamation | Shaw High School | |||||
Proclamation | Calvin University | |||||
Proclamation | Black Duck Software | |||||
Proclamation | Individual | |||||
Proclamation | Universidad de Santiago de Chile | More info | ||||
Proclamation | Wells Fargo | |||||
Proclamation | Tularosa Communications | |||||
Proclamation | Public | |||||
Proclamation | SANS Institute | |||||
Proclamation | Re Sustainbility | |||||
Proclamation | Moe Better Farms | More info | ||||
Proclamation | Jones Computing industries Inc | |||||
Proclamation | Dr. Daniel W. Kwong | |||||
Proclamation | Security Safe | |||||
Proclamation | Harasoft Inc | |||||
Proclamation | Center for Cybersecurity at the University of West Florida | |||||
Proclamation | Capitol Technology University | |||||
Proclamation | truett mcconnell university | More info | ||||
Proclamation | Handphone Community | More info | ||||
Multimedia | Check back on our website https://www.cyberqubits.com/ for a blog about the opportunities in cybersecurity and visit our social media during Cybersecurity Career Week. | CYBER QUBITS | More info | |||
Multimedia | I will share my cybersecurity career journey on social media [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-njeri-712332256/] and plan to attend many of the training opportunities offered throughout the week. | Calvin University | ||||
Multimedia | I plan to develop social media posts exploring the cybersecurity jobs related to planning, analyzing, and implementing security plans and initiatives. check-in at https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-njeri-712332256/ | AI cross functional team Calvin University | ||||
Multimedia | I plan to interact with pen testing professionals to develop more unique and reliable options to counter cyber threats and help promote cybersecurity careers. | Bio-crystals Inc | ||||
Multimedia | I plan to support CYbersecurity Career Week by posting a story on my blog highlighting the opportunities in cybersecurity and the need for more cybersecurity professionals and support through social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlestippett/. |
Black Duck Software | More info | |||
Multimedia | We plan to provide daily articles about Cybersecurity Roles and Profiles https://diplomadociberseguridad.com/ I will also post via social media https://www.linkedin.com/in/clobos/ | Universidad de Santiago de Chile | More info | |||
Multimedia | I will promote resources via social media posts. https://www.tularosa.net/ | Tularosa Communications | More info | |||
Multimedia | We will share the social media posts of CCW in our Facebook and LinkedIn Pages and Groups. | National Association of Data Protection Officers of the Philippines (NADPOP) | ||||
Multimedia | I will create a a short blog and a post about it on my personal blog deeptechwriter.wordpress.com and a LinkedIn post here. https://deeptechwriter.wordpress.com/ | WhiteBoardCo | More info | |||
Multimedia | Inteligencia computacional e cyber security https://www.linkedin.com/in/hernane-bini/ | HB Cybersecurity | ||||
Multimedia | Share on social media opportunities in cybersecurity and engage with any free training available during the week. | Student | ||||
Multimedia | I plan to host a cybersecurity meet-up and online webinar on careers in cybersecurity. https://www.malinitalkscyber.com/ | Malini Talks Cyber | ||||
Multimedia | Support through social media and will be engaging in any educational resources or events that are applicable. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jose-illa-usmc-veteran/ | Self | ||||
Multimedia | Take out your phones and join others in sharing your short videos, pictures, or stories on social media about what you love most about #mycyberjob. Throughout the week we are challenging those who work in cybersecurity to reflect on their own workforce experiences. Help spread cybersecurity career awareness by participating in our #mycyberjob challenge. Share at least one reason you love your job in cybersecurity each day of the week between October 14-19, 2024. We can’t wait to see your posts! Make sure to include the hashtag: #mycyberjob, #cybercareerweek, #ChooseCyber and @NISTCyber | NIST/NICE | More info | |||
Multimedia | I plan prepare a few blogs to publish on Medium about my career journey, resources, and about different roles in this field. | Self | More info | |||
Multimedia | Best self help in cyber world, Pause, think and act. Save the World and Save the Nation. Career options in cyber. | Re Sustainbility | ||||
Multimedia | Facebook, x, Linkedin, mydigital.dev | Moe Better Farms | ||||
Multimedia | . | Security Safe | ||||
Multimedia | I will be creating videos targetting multiple audiences: for example for k-12 phishing, using AI, and the cybersecurity careers that connect with these topics | AQUATIC | More info | |||
Multimedia | I will be promoting the need for cybersecurity workers on social media and through teaching co-workers | Individual | ||||
Multimedia | I will be developing and posting a social media poster celebrating Cybersecurity Career Week connected with health technology with accompanying captions | NA | ||||
Multimedia | I plan to write an article about Cybersecurity Career Week. | Artificially Digital | ||||
Multimedia | The Privacy & Data Security will be listing blogs about Cybersecurity Awareness and will connect with careers in cybersecurity. | National Association of Black Compliance & Risk Management Professional | ||||
Multimedia | I plan to post relevant content re: cybersecurity career week on iThriveHer's social media platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. Also, I will publish an article, op-ed, or blog about exposing secondary and college students to cybersecurity careers. | iThriveHer | More info | |||
Multimedia | Discuss the Cybersecurity workforce shortage issue, what can be done to close the gap as well as as discussing my top 10 cyber careers. | Capitol Technology University | ||||
Speaking engagement | Plan to speak on webinar panel for local association. | Individual | 10/15/2024 | Virtual | ||
Speaking engagement | Performing cybersecurity for employees and citizens through public volunteer and making sure they also are aware of careers and jobs in these areas. | Re Sustainbility | 10/15/2024 | In-person and Virtual | ||
Speaking engagement | "Securely Social: Building a Fortified Online Presence." This interactive presentation is designed to provide practical guidance on how to protect personal and professional information in the digital age. It covers essential topics such as: Privacy Settings: How to effectively manage privacy on social media and other online platforms. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): The importance of using MFA to safeguard accounts and how to set it up. Data Sharing Practices: Understanding how apps and websites collect and share user data, and what steps employees can take to limit exposure. Password Management: Tips for creating strong passwords and using password managers for better security. Recognizing Fake Accounts: How to identify fraudulent accounts, spot potential scams, and take action to avoid becoming a victim. This session would not only educate employees but also empower them to be proactive in securing their personal and professional digital presence. It's designed to be engaging and practical, providing takeaways that employees can implement immediately to improve their online safety. |
University Arkansas Little Rock | 10/16/2024 | In-person | ||
Speaking engagement | Stonecomm Communications Radio Spot | Tennessee Tech University / CEROC | 10/20/2024 | Virtual | ||
Professional development | I will be coordinating a professional development activity to mentor professionals to navigate their early careers and transition into cybersecurity and guide them through essential steps like job preparation, upskilling, and effective strategies for finding opportunities, and assist with staying active in the job market, providing personalized resume reviews, interview preparation, and sharing valuable resources to support their career growth. | CyberSecureIT | ||||
Professional development | During the week we will develop 2 cybersecurity bootcamps: Bootcamp for the implementation of management systems (NIST/ISO 27001) Bootcamp for the implementation of controls (CIS Control, NIST 800-53, ISO 27002) |
Universidad de Santiago de Chile | ||||
Professional development | Please join us for an empowering women's leadership cybersecurity speaker's series in Washington, D.C. sponsored by Darktrace Federal honoring 3 outstanding women in cyber from government, industry and academia followed by a "CyberSal" networking reception. Collaborating with senior cybersecurity women leaders allow each of us to be inspired by our professional career choices in government, industry and academia to learn strategic growth areas for professional development. | Darktrace Federal | ||||
Professional development | I willcoordinate professional development activities across social media and other activities. | Moe Better Farms | ||||
Professional development | I’d like to learn more about the cybersecurity industry in general through the resources and training available throughout the week and beyond. | 713 Mobile Notary | ||||
Professional development | We will have three events over the course of three days. All events are virtual and one must register to attend. It is open to all students, faculty, alumni and staff. Deloitte HBCU Week Information Session Tuesday, August 27| 6:00-7:00 pm ET During this week of virtual events, you’ll learn about Deloitte, our people, and more. Discover your impact Event: Career Launchpad: Resume & Interviewing Workshop Career Skills Session Wednesday, August 28| 6:00-7:00 pm ET Event: From Classroom to Corporate HBCU Alumni Panel Thursday, August 29| 6:00-7:00 pm ET |
North Carolina Central University (NCCU) | ||||
Training materials | I will ask the student create a project to Design a poster on Cyber Safety / Password Safety / Campaign poster explaining a threat and connect it with cybersecurity careers. | Osbourn High School | ||||
Training materials | I plan to distribute relevant materials within my college (Middle Tennessee State University) and company (Black Duck Software) | Black Duck Software | ||||
Training materials | I plan to distribute materials and resources about Cybersecurity Career Week and provide training for local community. | Individual | ||||
Training materials | We will conduct an open workshop for the community to assess the maturity of organizations in NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS control and COBIT 2019 using a reference model created by us and discuss the work role skills necessary. | Universidad de Santiago de Chile | More info | |||
Training materials | I plan to share materials on social media and with co-workers | Wells Fargo | ||||
Training materials | Share materials at a speaking engagement at my organization promoting cybersecurity careers | Home | ||||
Training materials | Distribute educational or training materials related to cybersecurity career opportunities at my organization and with Universidad Politécnica Internacional Costa Rica/ https://www.linkedin.com/school/polit-cnico-internacional-costa-rica/ | Public | ||||
Training materials | I will share resources and training materials for individuals interested in upskilling and reskilling and support through social media campaign. | Plylers | ||||
Training materials | Sharing Cybersecurity Career Awareness content | Re Sustainbility | ||||
Training materials | I will be sharing with co-workers AI and Data Privacy in Education and career opportunities in these areas that connect to cybersecurity. | TECBOMO Limited Liability Company | More info | |||
Training materials | I will distribute it across my social media and my website. I have a 2k followers in the Southern United States. | Moe Better Farms | More info | |||
Training materials | Distribution of materials on campus and in communities | Harvard University | ||||
Training materials | PQC on FPGA prototyping, addressing emerging cybersecurity threats and cyber career opportunities. | Defense R&D | ||||
Training materials | share resources through social media | INDIAN IT MNC | ||||
Training materials | We will distribute training materials to partner high schools in New Jersey. | Cyber Security Consulting Ops | ||||
Training materials | I have written numerous articles about LiFi Technology- and will share those articles and how it connect with cybersecurity careers. | Wharton County Junior College | ||||
Other | My students will be interviewing cybersecurity professionals and "posterize" the professional's profiles with a QR code for the interviews. | Shaw High School | More info | |||
Other | I am a career seeker and will take advantage of training opportunities, competitions, webinars, or anything else that can help me secure an entry-level position. | United System Solutions | ||||
Other | There are currently a large number of eager, talented, but unemployed people at the volunteer level of the Las Vegas DefCon group who are struggling to find employment. We hold weekly meetings and monthly trainings in various cybersecurity realms--several that will occur during CYbersecurity Career Week. | DC702 | ||||
Other | Facebook Moe Better Farms Social Media 1 k followers, W Gardner Smith Social Media, Mydigital.dev Social Media | Moe Better Farms | ||||
Other | participating in all events via invitations and webinars framed by the hosting organizations. |
Dr. Daniel W. Kwong | ||||
Other | I will share resources and take advantage of all the activities taking place throughout the week to gain more knowledge myself. | Security Safe | ||||
Other | Classroom assignment where students will produce PSA on Cybersecurity Career topic. | TECC-West | ||||
Other | Adquirir mais conhecimento na area. I will be taking advantage of many of the resources, webinars and other trainings to extend my knowledge about career options in cybersecurity. | Nubank | ||||
Other | Ter formação na carreira cyber segurança. We will be hosting a workshop activity that will connect cybersecurity and health care and careers in this area. | Unimed Teresina | ||||
Other | Classroom assignment where students will produce PSA on Cybersecurity topic. | TECC-West | ||||
Other | Cyber Career Inspirational Journeys series = 6 short pre-recorded 15-min videos where different individuals working in cyber (industry, government, non-profits). The series highlights the possible non-linear and challenges/successes along the pathways to different cyber careers as well as showcasing “how they got to where they are today”. Also, it will highlight women, non-binary and/or minority groups’ successes, while also acknowledging the struggles/ hardships to their success in a career path while illustrating the numerous positions available. The webinar will also illustrate the various education pathways and work/life experiences leading to cyber careers, and dispelling myths over who is a “cyber-skilled worker. These videos will be hosted on our Learning Management System for teachers/students to access (freely) and accompanied by a learning activity. |
Canadian Centre for Cyber Security | ||||
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Other | I will plan to publish a LiFi lab for the activity week. I have several light/ LiFi related labs I have done in the past. | Wharton County Junior College |