A chapter of WiCyS, the national organization advancing women in cybersecurity. We're open to women and allies of all majors and experience levels.
We specialize in helping members earn industry certifications, and we run hands-on workshops, speaker events, CTF teams and socials. We meet every other Thursday, 5:00-6:00 p.m. Arizona Time, in person and on Discord.
The Women in CyberSecurity Student Chapter at U of A is a welcoming educational opportunity open to all who wish to participate. WiCyS does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, socioeconomic background, age, size, shape, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Workshops
- Virtual Machines: Build a VM and safely analyze malware
- OSINT: Dig up information from public sources
- Web Exploitation: Break into web apps
- Linux from Scratch: Build Linux by hand
- Hardware Hacking: Build tools to read RFID and wireless signals
- Password Cracking: Crack weak passwords and learn to stop it
DACP: Duo Accountability Certification Program
DACP is an accountability and mentorship program that fully funds industry certifications for members. Members study in pairs with help from certified mentors, working toward CompTIA Security+ or CySA+. Each cohort then mentors the next. Watch Discord for applications.
CyHer Exchange
Casual chats with cybersecurity professionals about their careers.
How to Join
1. Sign up on Campus Groups to officially join
2. Join our Discord
3. Come to a meeting
4. Optional: Become a national WiCyS member
National WiCyS Membership
Our chapter is free. For a small yearly student fee, national membership adds conference scholarships, training, mentorship and a job board.
WiCyS members show:
14.5%** higher performance across 60 core cyber skills
20%** higher critical thinking
32%** lower attrition
64%** higher job satisfaction at partner organizations
Officers
President: Ruta Rezene
Vice President: Jiya Singh
Treasurer: Sriya Siddhamalli
Event Coordinator: Felista Nabintu
Offensive Security Chair: Alec Teran
Defensive Security Chair: Amélie Bryant
Certification Program Chair: Humza Sheikh
Outreach & Sponsorship Chair: Jesus Mercado
Faculty Advisor: Rozhin Yasaei
Links
Competition Results
3rd Place: WiCyS Cross-Chapter CTF