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Cybersecurity Teams, Influence & Legacy
Sponsored by 1PASSWORD and MICROSOFT. No matter where you are in your career, gain direction and elevate your trajectory with AWIT. Influence those in your organization above you and lateral to you, while building your team.
Featuring:
* STEVE ZALEWSKI, former CISO, Levi Strauss
* NANCY WANG, founder and CEO, AWIT; SVP, Head of Engineering at 1Password; Venture Partner at Felicis Ventures
* RENEE GOTTMAN, former CISO, Coca-Cola
* GORDON YU, former CISO, Bedrock Security
* MANJU MUDE, former CISO, Splunk
You will learn:
* How CISOs communicate with their CEOs, other executives, and their board of directors
* How CISOs assemble and lead their security teams
* How to start your own cybersecurity advisory business as a virtual CISO (vCISO)
* The future of cybersecurity
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
$236
Total Est. Investment
$236
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Cybersecurity Teams, Influence & Legacy program at Advancing Women in Tech are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.