Scholarships
Need help attending an event or furthering your education? Keep an eye out for a scholarship that fits your needs.
Privacy+Security Academy Fall Forum
Calling all aspiring leaders in security and privacy! 🛡️ Are you eager to expand your knowledge and network in the field? Don't miss out on the chance to attend the Privacy + Security Forum Fall Academy in Washington, D.C., from October 23-25, 2024!
Thanks to our continued partnership with the Privacy + Security Academy, we are excited to offer 30 lucky individuals the chance to receive passes to this premier event. Dive into immersive pre-conference workshops and join industry leaders at the main event – a perfect blend of learning and networking opportunities.
Apply now for the WISP scholarship and take your career to new heights! But hurry, spots are limited and filling up fast. Don't let this chance slip away – submit your application by September 10, 2024. https://forms.gle/HqkCDc43c8c5zDKc9
CloudX 2024
Are you passionate about cloud computing and eager to advance your career? We’ve got some fantastic news! WISP has partnered with Dev Network to offer 3 All-Access PRO Passes to WISP members for CloudX 2024—the premier international cloud computing and development event!
This is your chance to join over 1,500 onsite and 2,000+ virtual cloud engineers, developers, IT managers, and tech professionals as they explore the latest innovations in cloud computing.
Event Details:
📅 In-Person: Nov 5-7, 2024 | Santa Clara Convention Center, CA
📅 Online: Nov 12-14, 2024 | Live Online
How to Apply:
Submit your application via the WISP application form by Sept 11, 2024, for a chance to secure your All-Access PRO Pass. Apply Here
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with the brightest minds in the industry. Apply today and take the next step in your cloud computing journey! 🚀
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Dev Innovation Summit 2024
Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) has partnered with DevNetwork to offer 3 All-Access PRO Passes to the Dev Innovation Summit 2024 in Santa Clara, CA (Nov 6-7). Join 500+ onsite and 1,500+ virtual developers to explore the latest in dev technologies, from new tools to cloud services, and participate in the largest global developer technology competition.
Learn more about Dev Innovation Summit, here: https://devinnovationsummit.com/
Deadline to Apply: September 11, 2024
Learn More & Apply at the WISP Scholarship Form
MAD20
Exciting Scholarship Opportunity: WISP and MAD20 have partnered to offer Training and Certification!
Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) and MAD20 are offering 100 scholarships for the MAD20 MITRE ATT&CK® training program! Selected scholars will gain access to the following courses:
Each scholarship includes up to 25 CPE credits for video content, with additional credits available for range content.
This round of applications is due by September 30, 2024! Share your story and how this scholarship will benefit you.
For more information and to apply, visit our Scholarship Submission Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9OUljgL9OtClsScB9xLMLDaOyCxYgilxWjn4dDooFmjCuEQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Join us in advancing your career and making a difference in cybersecurity and privacy!
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mWISE Conference Expo+ Passes
Are you passionate about #Security and #Privacy? Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) in partnership with mWISE is offering scholarships for Expo+ passes to the upcoming mWISE Conference in Denver, CO, from September 18-19, 2024!
This scholarship gives you access to: 🎤 Livestream of Keynote sessions 🎬 Sponsor theater sessions 🎉 Welcome Reception on Wednesday evening …and so much more on the Expo floor!
Please note: 🔸 The pass does not include access to breakout sessions, meals, or offsite parties. 🔸 Travel and accommodation are not included.
👉 Apply now and secure your spot at one of the most anticipated events in the industry! But hurry—these passes are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
⏰ Deadline: August 15, 2024.
Let's connect, learn, and grow together in the world of Security and Privacy. Don't miss out!
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The International Cryptographic Module Conference (ICMC)
We're excited to offer WISP members the chance to attend The International Cryptographic Module Conference (ICMC) in San Jose, California, from September 18-20, 2024! We're giving away 3 passes to this conference. 🎟️
ICMC 2024 will cover crucial topics such as: 🔐 Implementing post-quantum algorithms 🔐 The new FIPS 140-3 standard for secure cryptographic modules 🔐 European cybersecurity standards advancements 🔐 Securing open-source solutions 🔐 Emerging approaches to entropy and homomorphic cryptography
Date: September 18-20, 2024
Location: San Jose, CA
Apply by August 5, 2024, for a chance to join top cybersecurity leaders and experts. Head over to the WISP application https://forms.gle/s53qZJvu5eVQJwJX6 to apply!
*Note: Scholarships do not cover travel, accommodation, or other expenses.
Submissions are due by August 5.
Authenticate 2024
Join industry leaders as they come together at Authenticate 2024, the FIDO Alliance’s flagship event and the industry’s only conference dedicated to all aspects of user authentication – including a focus on FIDO-based sign-ins with passkeys. This is the best place to get the latest tools and insights to get your organization on the path to strong, phishing-resistant, passwordless authentication. Whether you are new to FIDO, in the midst of deployment, or somewhere in between, Authenticate 2024 will have the right content – and community – for you. Learn about the event at authenticatecon.com.
Date: October 14 - 16, 2024
Location: Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, California or Virtual
Note: These scholarships do not include travel, accommodation, or other expenses.
Tell us a bit about yourself and how this scholarship would help you personally and professionally. We caution you against basing your responses solely on AI generated answers, but instead share your thoughts, ideas and uniqueness with us. We will only notify scholarship winners by email soon after the application deadline. All are welcome to apply. Please only apply if you are confident you will use the scholarship and only apply once!
Submissions are due by July 11.
InfoSec World
Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) is thrilled to announce our partnership with InfoSec World, offering an incredible opportunity for aspiring cybersecurity professionals to attend InfoSec World in person! 🎉
We're providing two types of scholarships:
🌟 5 Full Scholarship Passes: Covering the entire cost of a pass to attend, allowing recipients to fully immerse themselves in the conference without financial burden.
🌟 5 50% Off Scholarship Passes: Offering a significant discount, making it more affordable to gain valuable insights and network with industry leaders.
📍 Event Details: 📅 Dates: September 23-25, 2024
📍 Location: Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida
This premier cybersecurity conference is a must-attend event featuring experts with great insights, enlightening keynotes, and interactive breakout sessions that inform, engage, and connect the infosec community. Participants will gain essential tools and solutions to better prevent, detect, and respond to today’s security challenges.
Note: These scholarships do not include travel, accommodations, or other expenses.
To learn more and apply, visit the WISP application.
Application Deadline: June 27, 2024
mWISE Conference
We are thrilled to announce our partnership between WISP and mWISE, bringing forth two exceptional scholarship opportunities for this year’s mWISE conference:
1. Ten Full Conference Passes: Immerse yourself in the conference experience in person, gaining unparalleled access to keynote sessions, interactive sessions, and networking events.
2. Twenty Digital Passes: Participate from anywhere in the world with virtual access to all conference sessions, ensuring you don't miss out on insightful presentations and discussions.
Note: these scholarships DO NOT include travel, accommodations, or other expenses.
Mark your calendars for September 18-19, 2024, as the mWISE conference descends upon Denver, CO. This gathering promises to be a dynamic convergence of cybersecurity thought leaders, practitioners, and enthusiasts, offering a platform to delve into the latest trends, strategies, and innovations in the field.
Apply now through the WISP application: (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegYLXSdvL8RMbZYowoy9NrjlBfFah-5CTMKxDDb7WcaB0xFg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Deadline to apply: June 27, 2024.
Hacker Summer Camp
WISP Scholarships for Hacker Summer Camp!
We are thrilled to share that the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Scholarship to attend several prestigious privacy and security conferences in Las Vegas this August is now open! 🎉
This is your chance to attend one or many of the 4 conferences during Hacker Summer Camp. Here is your chance to expand your knowledge, connect with industry leaders, and enhance your skills.
These conferences include:
Diana Initiative: August 5
SquadCon: August 7 and 8
Black Hat USA Briefings: August 7 and 8
DEF CON: August 8 - 11
Attending these events will provide invaluable insights into the latest trends and technologies, hands-on training, and the opportunity to network with some of the brightest minds in the field.
This scholarship will include one stipend for scholars of $800 to support travel and lodging costs.
Deadline to Apply is June 7, 2024.
AI DevSummit 2024
Welcome to the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Scholarship submission form for AI DevSummit.
AI DevSummit is the world’s largest artificial intelligence dev event, with tracks covering chatbots, machine learning, open-source AI libraries, AI for the enterprise, and deep AI / neural networks. This conference targets software engineers and data scientists who are looking for an introduction to AI, as well as AI dev professionals looking for a landscape view on the newest AI technologies.
We are excited to offer (3) All-Access PRO Pass to AI Dev Summit, which Includes in-person and live online access to: AI DevSummit 2024 PRO Technical Workshops, PRO Sessions, Keynotes, OPEN Talks, Expo,1:1 (topic-focused) Networking and Evening Events. *These scholarships do not include travel, accommodation, or other expenses.*
May 29-30, 2024, In-Person (San Francisco, CA)
June 5-6, 2024, Live Online (RingCentral)
Submissions are due by April 26, 2024.
Identiverse 24 Scholarship
Welcome to the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Scholarship submission form for Identiverse 2024.
Women in Security and Privacy is excited to partner with Identiverse, a CyberRisk Alliance production, to offer 5 scholarships and 5 50% off conference passes to WISP members!
Experience unparalleled education, collaboration, and insight into the future of Identity. Join them in Las Vegas at the end of May for a unique event experience and participate alongside experts and peers in information-rich sessions on the latest technologies, best practices, and industry trends.
Date: May 28-31, 2024
Location: ARIA Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada
Website: https://identiverse.com/
Other: This scholarship does not include travel or accommodation. Please note: these scholarships are only valid on new registrations and cannot be used retroactively on existing registrations.
All are welcome to apply, please only apply if you are certain you will use the scholarship. Tell us a bit about yourself, how this scholarship would help you personally and professionally, and we will get back to the WISP scholarship winners soon. Please only apply once!
Submission Deadline: April 8, 2024.
Women in Tech DC
Women in Security and Privacy is pleased to partner with Women in Tech DC to offer 2 scholarships to WISP members! This year’s conference will be held at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center on May 15 - 16, 2024, for a celebration of empowerment, diversity, and excellence and your gateway to growth, networking, and the industry's limitless possibilities.
Prepare to be inspired, uplifted, and connected with 1,000+ attendees as we come together to drive change and amplify the voices of those forging the path ahead through our theme, Digital X Human: an exploration into the convergence of tech and human potential to create a sustainable and inclusive future for us all. To learn more and apply for this scholarship, head over to the WISP application by April 1, 2024. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0JeVLBSaViKYuREvDr0Oodsb9K1fRRL190yZiqgaF604UDg/viewform?usp=sf_link
IAPP CIPT Scholarship Bundle
We are please to again partner with The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) to offer WISP members a chance to further their privacy career by applying for 1 of 4 CIPT scholarships bundles for training and certification.
These bundles include the following:
Online training
Practice exam
Exam voucher
The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) is a resource for professionals who wish to develop and advance their careers by helping their organizations successfully manage data breaches, identity theft, and loss of customer trust - by offering the resources to successfully learn how to manage these risks and protect their data. The IAPP is the only place that brings together the people, tools, and global information management practices you need to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving information economy. To learn more about IAPP, visit their website https://iapp.org/about/.
Application deadline: March 22, 2024
OffSec Training Scholarship 2024
Women in Security & Privacy is pleased to announce that we have partnered with OffSec to offer 10 scholarships to the OffSec Training Library. That’s right, TEN-course seats at no cost to you for 90 days Selected WISP scholars can choose from the following options.
90-day PEN-200 Courses packages ( 90 days of lab access, course materials, and 1 OSCP Exam attempt)
Course and Cert Exam Bundle for WEB-200 (OSWA), SOC-200 (OSDA), PEN-200 (PWK), PEN-300 (OSEP), WEB-300 (OSWE), EXP-312 (OSED), and EXP-312 (90 days of lab access, course materials and 1 exam attempt)
1 Year Access to the Learn Fundamentals ( All level 100 content and assessments for 365 days)
OffSec's Website is: https://offsec.com/
For more information on the Learn Fundamental, please visit us at https://www.offensive-security.com/fundamentals/.
For the PEN-200/OSCP Course, visit us at https://www.offensive-security.com/pwk-oscp/
For the Course and Cert Exam Bundle, visit us at https://offsec.com/courses-and-certifications/
RSA Conference Scholarship 2024
Announcing the first WISP scholarship of 2024! We are excited to partner with the RSA Conference to offer 5 scholarships to our members for the 2024 conference.
In the ever-changing cybersecurity world, innovation and creativity are key. Join RSAC 2024 and discover The Art of Possible as they collectively create works that will change our perspective on what we can accomplish. Celebrate limitless opportunities, challenge the status quo, and explore new horizons together at RSAC 2024.
Date: May 6-9, 2024
Location: San Francisco, CA, at Moscone Center.
Other Details: These scholarships do not include travel or accommodation.
To learn more about this year's conference, visit their website: https://www.rsaconference.com/
SANS & NCSC CyberThreat 2023
Women in Security and Privacy is excited to partner with SANS to offer 15 scholarships to WISP members for this year’s CyberThreat 2023.
CyberThreat aims to deliver the best technical conference in Europe for cybersecurity practitioners this year. In addition to presentations from world-renowned cyber security experts and rising industry stars, CyberThreat 2023 features many hands-on opportunities for delegates through CTF events, team problem-solving, and “Hackathon” challenges against some of the latest devices and products.
The conference will take place at the Novotel London West in London, GB, from November 20-21, 2023. Go to the WISP application by October 19, 2023, to learn more about this opportunity and apply. These scholarships are for one in-person pass to CyberThreat23 and do not include travel or accommodations.
CornCon 2023
2023 CornCon - Midwest cybersecurity conference, aka The "Quad Cities Cybersecurity Conference and Kids' Hacker Camp,'' will be held this year at a large convention center in Davenport, Iowa. There will be trainings, hacker villages, a vendor expo, and an all-day Saturday kids' hacker camp/STEM Festival. This year’s theme is The Rise of AI.
Date: October 5-7, 2023
The public conference will be on October 6-7, 2023. Conference attendees earn 16 CPE credits.
CISOs and other security leaders may apply to attend the Thursday CISO Summit (10/5/23)
Location: RiverCenter - Davenport, IA
Deadline to apply: September 8, 2023
Other: These scholarships do not include travel and accommodation.
CornCon https://corncon.net/
Forrester Security & Risk 2023
We are pleased to announce that Women in Security and Privacy has partnered with Forrester to again offer 4 scholarships to Forrester’s Security & Risk 2023 on November 14-15, 2023, in Washington, D.C. This year’s theme is ‘Protect. Adapt. Succeed.’ It will be an immersive experience that provides invaluable insights and actionable advice to drive better business results. During the event, they’ll guide how to grow your vision, improve your security strategy, hone your skills, and expand your community.
Date: November 14-15, 2023
Location: Washington, D.C.
Other: These scholarships do not include travel or accommodations.
To learn more, check out their website. https://www.forrester.com/event/security-risk/why-attend/
InfoSec World Conference
Women in Security and Privacy is excited to partner with InfoSec World, a CyberRisk Alliance production, to offer WISP members 5 scholarship complimentary main conference passes and five additional main conference passes at 50% off!
InfoSec World is the leading cybersecurity conference for security practitioners and executives. InfoSec World has been known as the “Business of Security” conference—featuring expert insights, enlightening keynotes, and interactive breakout sessions that inform, engage, and connect the infosec community. This event provides participants with essential tools and solutions to better prevent, detect, and respond to today’s security challenges.
Date: September 25-27, 2023
Location: Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Deadline to apply: September 1, 2023
Other: This scholarship does not include travel or accommodation
Check out ISW 23 website for the complete agenda