CyberWoman 360: Empowering Women Leaders in Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is one of the sectors with the greatest global projection, with an estimated investment of 172 billion dollars in information security and risk management during 2024, according to Gartner. Currently, women represent only 25% of the global cybersecurity workforce, according to a study by KPMG, marking the importance of initiatives such as CyberWoman 360designed to close this gender gap.

A Transformative Program  

CyberWoman 360's mission is to empower women in Mexico and LATAM, providing practical and accessible training that allows them to boost their professional development in a booming sector. Through weekly sessions for three months, the program is designed for women motivated to learn and grow professionally, interested in cybersecurity and emerging technologies. In addition to technical skills, participants will develop soft skills such as effective communication and teamwork, essential to lead in complex and diverse environments.  

CyberWoman 360 seeks to technically train participants and break down historical stereotypes that have limited women's access to technology sectors. Fortinet studies highlight that women bring 52.5% more soft skills than men, such as the ability to collaborate and empathize, key qualities in problem solving and strategic decision making.

Breaking Barriers and Setting a New Standard  

Women entering the sector face challenges such as low safety awareness in companies, lack of management support and limited availability of inclusive programs. However, initiatives such as CyberWoman 360 initiatives like CyberWoman 360 seek to remove these barriers and highlight the value that women bring to cybersecurity. More than a course, it is an empowerment platform where participants acquire technical tools and build support networks that enhance their careers.

Program participants will not only be trained in technical skills such as digital infrastructure protection and risk management, but will also become agents of change in their communities and companies. This hands-on approach responds to the needs of the market, which demands talent capable of dealing with increasingly complex cyber threats. In addition, CyberWoman 360 promotes inclusion as a driver of innovation, demonstrating that diversity is key to solving today's industry challenges.

To reach 35% global representation by 2031, as KPMG points out, it is essential that programs like CyberWoman 360 continue to grow. Cybersecurity is a fascinating sector, but also an opportunity to transform lives, close economic gaps and strengthen the role of women in the technology industry. CyberWoman 360 is an invitation for more women to join this revolution, leading a more diverse, secure and inclusive future for all.