Scholarships
Need help attending an event or furthering your education? Keep an eye out for a scholarship that fits your needs.
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
Authenticate 2023
Women in Security and Privacy are excited to partner with the FIDO Alliance to offer three (3) conference passes for WISP participants to attend its annual conference, Authenticate 2023.
Hosted by the FIDO Alliance, Authenticate is the industry’s only conference dedicated to all aspects of user authentication – including a focus on FIDO-based sign-ins. It is the place for CISOs, business leaders, product managers, security strategists, and identity architects to get all of the education, tools, and best practices to roll out modern authentication across web, enterprise, and government applications.
The agenda will feature 101s, detailed case studies, technical tutorials, developer meetups, hands-on labs, expert panels, and more.
Whether you are new to FIDO, in the midst of deployment, or somewhere in between, Authenticate 2023 will have the right content – and community – for you.
Date: October 16-18, 2023
Location: Carlsbad, CA
Other: These scholarships do not include travel, accommodations, or access to the FIDO Alliance’s co-located Member Plenary sessions.
Check out their site for the full agenda.
Women in Tech Boston
Women in Security and Privacy are pleased to partner with Women in Tech Boston to offer 2 scholarships to WISP members! At Women in Tech Boston, explore the most essential technologies in today’s rapidly changing world and learn about the new revolutionary concepts that are radically changing our future in The New Frontier.
Celebrate the power of diversity with 1000+ leading women in tech and diversity champions, from global leaders to disruptive startups, to shine a spotlight on the technology, people, and businesses that are driving change.
Are you ready to take a step into the future exploration of technology, strategy, and leadership and discover a whole new world of possibilities?
Date: October 2-3, 2023
Location: Sheraton Boston Hotel, MA
Other: These scholarships do not include travel or accommodations.
Check out Women in Tech Boston’s website to learn more: https://women-in-tech-boston.com
mWISE Conference Expo+ Passes
Are you interested in checking out @mWISEConference Expo Hall this September 18-20 in Washington, D.C.? Head over to the WISP application to claim 1 of 20 Expo+ passes provided to Women in Security and Privacy for our members.
Details: This pass includes access to all the content and activities on the Expo floor at mWISE. Including the live stream of Keynote sessions, sponsor theater sessions, and more. Attendees with this pass are also welcome to join the Welcome Reception on Monday evening.
This pass does not include access to breakout sessions, meals, or any mWISE Conference hosted offsite party.
These are first-come, first-served. Learn more and apply by August 5.
Google Cloud Next '23
We have an exciting opportunity from Google! If you want to learn more about Google Cloud and would like to attend Next ‘23, then head over to the WISP application by July 24. Apply for 1 of 10 tickets to attend in person in San Fran from August 29-31.
You can see a few examples of the DEI programming below, and continue to check back on the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Next site for more updates.
Enriching panels covering topics such as building an inclusive cloud through training & certification, the importance and implementation of equity engineering for your organization, and paths to influence for women in cloud engineering
A dedicated Inclusion Lounge with DEI-specific content like #IamRemarkable workshops, empowering women and underrepresented groups in tech to speak openly about their accomplishments in the workplace and beyond
Hands-on learning opportunities for technical, personal, and professional growth
All are welcome to apply. These tickets will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. These tickets do not include travel or accommodation. Submissions are due by July 24.
TechCrunch Disrupt Conference Scholarship
Head over to the WISP application for your chance at securing 1 of 20 General admission passes to this year’s conference from Sept 19-21 in San Francisco, CA. Enjoy interviews with game-changing founders, CEOs, VCs, and tech leaders who share hard-earned advice and wisdom. It’s an opportunity for you to learn from the best, discover new business insights, and expand your network.
These scholarships do not include travel or accommodation.
Head over to the WISP Application to apply!
Deadline to apply: August 9, 2023
mWISE Conference Scholarship
Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) is happy to partner again with mWISE Conference to offer scholarships to WISP members to attend this year’s conference in Washington, D.C., from September 18-20, 2023. We are pleased to offer the following scholarship opportunities to our members.
7 full conference passes
20 digital passes
20 expo+ passes (expo access)
For more details and to apply for one of these scholarships, go to the WISP application. Apply by June 14. Please, note that these scholarships do not include travel, accommodations, or other expenses.
IAPP CIPT Training and Certification Scholarship
The WISP 2023 IAPP scholarship is now open! Through our continued partnership with the International Association of Privacy Professionals (“IAPP”), we are excited to offer 4 CIPT Training and Certification scholarships to WISP members to further their privacy education. Whether you’re already in the field or have been wanting to expand your knowledge and area of expertise, here’s your chance! Apply here by June 14, 2023. To learn more about IAPP, check out their site https://iapp.org/about/.
Black Hat USA Scholarship
Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) is pleased to announce we have again partnered with Black Hat USA to offer 20 complimentary Briefings passes to WISP members. This year BH USA will be held from August 5-10, 2023, in Las Vegas, NV. Black Hat USA will be offering an option to participate in the conference either in-person or virtually, your choice! These scholarships do not include travel or accommodation. Head over to the WISP application to apply by June 12:
To learn more about this year’s BH schedule, click here: https://www.blackhat.com/us-23/.