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Cybersecurity Metrics, Vendors & Risks
Sponsored by 1PASSWORD and MICROSOFT. No matter where you are in your career, gain direction and elevate your trajectory with AWIT. Learn how to succeed from working with security leaders, to being appointed CISO yourself.
Featuring:
* STEVE ZALEWSKI, former CISO, Levi Strauss
* NANCY WANG, founder and CEO, AWIT; SVP, Head of Engineering at 1Password; Venture Partner at Felicis Ventures
* TRISHA DIXON, former U.S. Navy cryptologist, former vice president of cyber operations, IronNet Cybersecurity
* LENA SMART, head of trust at SecurityPal, former CISO of MongoDB
* GORDON YU, former CISO of Bedrock Security
You will learn:
* How to become a CISO
* How CISOs measure success
* How CISOs manage vendors and risk
* Optional: How to secure organizations with minimal budget
* Optional: How to manage external auditors, scope policies appropriately, and achieve SOC 2 and ISO 97001
Duration
5 Months
Institution
Advancing Women in Tech
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Advancing Women in Tech.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$154
Total Est. Investment
$154
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Cybersecurity Metrics, Vendors & Risks program at Advancing Women in Tech are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.