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Mentorship Works

9 Key Benefits for Women in Cybersecurity

Encourages career advancement

Encourages career advancement

Encourages career advancement

 A mentoring program can provide guidance and support to women in their  career journey, helping them navigate the complexities of the industry  and identify opportunities for growth. Mentors can share their  experiences, offer advice, and help mentees set and achieve career  goals. 

Builds confidence

Encourages career advancement

Encourages career advancement

 Women in male-dominated fields like cybersecurity and tech often face  unique challenges that can impact their confidence. A mentoring program  can provide a safe space for women to discuss their concerns, receive  feedback, and develop the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in  their roles. Mentors can provide reassurance and empower mentees to take  on leadership positions and overcome imposter syndrome. 

Expands professional networks

Encourages career advancement

Offers guidance on work-life balance

 Mentoring programs facilitate the expansion of professional networks for  women in cybersecurity and tech. Mentors can introduce mentees to key  contacts, industry events, and professional communities, opening doors  to new opportunities and fostering meaningful connections. Building a  strong network can enhance career prospects, increase visibility, and  provide access to valuable resources. 

Offers guidance on work-life balance

Offers guidance on work-life balance

Offers guidance on work-life balance

 Balancing personal and professional responsibilities is often a  challenge for women in any industry. A mentoring program can provide  insights and strategies for managing work-life balance effectively.  Mentors can share their experiences and help mentees navigate the  demands of their careers while maintaining personal well-being. 

Enhances technical and soft skills

Offers guidance on work-life balance

Enhances technical and soft skills

 Mentoring programs can provide targeted guidance and training to develop  both technical and soft skills. Mentors can offer advice on mastering  specific technical areas, staying updated on industry trends, and  improving problem-solving abilities. Additionally, mentors can help  mentees refine communication, leadership, and teamwork skills, which are  crucial for success in cybersecurity and tech roles. 

Increases retention and diversity

Offers guidance on work-life balance

Enhances technical and soft skills

 Women in cybersecurity and tech often face higher attrition rates  compared to their male counterparts. A mentoring program can contribute  to higher retention rates by providing support, guidance, and a sense of  belonging. By actively promoting diversity and inclusion, mentoring  programs can help organizations create a more inclusive environment and  improve gender representation within their workforce. 

Fosters knowledge sharing

Increases awareness of career opportunities

Increases awareness of career opportunities

 Mentoring programs facilitate the exchange of knowledge and expertise  between experienced professionals and aspiring women in cybersecurity  and tech. Mentors can pass on industry-specific knowledge, best  practices, and lessons learned from their own experiences. This  knowledge sharing can accelerate mentees' learning curves, expose them  to different perspectives, and help them make informed decisions in  their careers. 

Increases awareness of career opportunities

Increases awareness of career opportunities

Increases awareness of career opportunities

  Women in these fields may not always be aware of the full range of  career opportunities available to them. A mentoring program can expose  mentees to various career paths, roles, and specializations within  cybersecurity and tech. Mentors can provide insights into different  areas of the industry, share their own career trajectories, and help  mentees explore and evaluate potential career options. This awareness  can expand mentees' horizons and empower them to pursue their desired  career paths. 

Promotes diversity in leadership positions

Increases awareness of career opportunities

Promotes diversity in leadership positions

  Gender diversity in leadership roles is crucial for creating a balanced  and inclusive work environment. A mentoring program can actively support  and promote women's advancement into leadership positions in  cybersecurity and tech. Mentors can offer guidance on leadership  development, help mentees navigate the complexities of climbing the  corporate ladder, and provide strategies for overcoming barriers and  biases. By increasing the representation of women in leadership,  mentoring programs contribute to a more equitable industry landscape and  serve as role models for future generations. 

Other rewards

Mentorship comes with many benefits to the Mentor, Mentee and Sponsoring organization.

Mentor Rewards for Women in Cybersecurity

1)  The satisfaction of helping advance other young women in cybersecurity.

2)  Facilitating change within the cybersecurity industry.

3)  Making the industry more supportive & inclusive.

4)  Tipping the scale by raising the percentage of women.

5)  Develop life long relationships.

6)  Expand your network.

7) Enhance your resume.

8)  Increase retention through multiple generations and more!

Mentee Rewards for Women in Cybersecurity

 1)  Receive ten hours of complimentary 1:1 advice from an industry expert.

2) Customized program to maximize impact of mentoring sessions.

3)  Vetted & industry trained leader to guide you.

4)  Two program check-ins to review progress and program commitment. 

5)  Job posting board.

6)  Local chapter access.

7)  Mentees generally make more money throughout their careers.

8)  Increasaed job satisfaction.

9)  Gaining a role model to aspire to and receive guidance to get there.

10) Expand your network at Mentorship events and more!

Our model

The Women CyberSecurity Society has been working hard designing a comprehensive and flexible mentorship program that will support and elevate the careers of women and minorities working in cybersecurity.  We've worked hard with thoughtful planning and a sustained commitment to guide our participants through the mentoring process while continually improving the program in 2024.  


Mentoring is just-in-time help, insight into issues, and the sharing of expertise, values, skills, and perspectives. Mentors function as a catalyst—an agent that provokes a reaction that might not otherwise have taken place or speeds up a reaction that might have taken place in the future.

WCS2 PRO Members can apply for the 2024 cohort

Click on the link below to submit your application.

Cohort 2024

How The Program Works

Our Cybersecurity Mentorship Cohort launches in 2024.  We will sponsor 50 members who will take part in the 6-month program ending in October 2024.  


Eligibility

The cohort invites all to apply.  However, preference will be given to women and minorities pursuing a career in cybersecurity.  


Mentors 

1)  Minimum of 5 year experience in the industry.

2)  No criminal record.

3)  Review & sign a Confidentiality Agreement.

4)  Review & sign the Mentorship Pledge.

5)  Dedicate 15 hours throughout the program to maximize outcomes and results.

6)  Respect  others time.

7) Abide by Code of Conduct.

8)  Be an active enrolled WCS2 Member (Basic Membership)


Mentees 

1)  Maximum of 1 year or less experience in the industry.

2)  No criminal background.

3)  Review & sign a Confidentiality Agreement.

4)  Review & sign the Mentorship Pledge.

5)  Dedicate 15 hours throughout the program to maximize outcomes and results.

6)  Respect  others time.

7) Abide by Code of Conduct.

8)  Be an active enrolled WCS2 Member. (Paid Membership)


Selection Timelines

Cohorts will be selected and notified in mid March.  


Matching

Participants will be matched based on a number of factors including domains of interest, age, region, experience levels and mentoring style.

Testimonials

S.W. | Student

Alina P. | Career Transition

Alina P. | Career Transition

S.W. is a cybersecurity student studying in Ontario, Canada.

" Lisa makes it very clear she is incredibly passionate about assisting women excel in or enter into the cyber security industry. 


The one-on-one mentoring I've had with her has been like a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.

 

She will point you in the right direction wherever you are on your journey. 


The advice and guidance she is able to offer is beyond exceptional. 


I highly recommend joining WCS2."

Alina P. | Career Transition

Alina P. | Career Transition

Alina P. | Career Transition

Alina lives in Mexico and is  undergoing a career transition from journalism to cybersecurity.

"Lisa  came to me like an angel. 


It is not easy to make the decision to start a career in cybersecurity  being journalist. 


No one told me that I cannot do it, but they said it was not going to be  easy. 


I am so glad that out there in the world, there are many women involved  in this subject because the challenges are so big and we both, men and  women need to watch out for our rights, privacy and security. 


I really thank Lisa to contact me and mentor me about the baby steps I  can start making and see a clear path in what I am do."

Hari P. | Recent Graduate

Alina P. | Career Transition

Hari P. | Recent Graduate

Hari is a recent graduate with a Masters in Cybersecurity.  She resides in Vancouver, BC.

"I am grateful to have Lisa as my mentor. Before I met Lisa, I was just out of college feeling lost and didn’t know where to start. I wouldn’t apply for the jobs feeling like I’m not qualified.
 

Lisa provides so much value to the mentoring sessions. She helped me remake my resume, she provided me scholarship for attending Cyber Security conference, gave me a chance to co-host a meeting, opportunity to participate in panel discussion and meet some incredible people. She pushes me to be better and gives me confidence.
 

Thank you Lisa and WCSS for what you do and what you did for me."

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