![]() ![]() In Australia, the latest data from the Bureau of Statistics reveals that women comprise only 15% of the STEM-qualified workforce. ![]() I believe that with the ESET Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship, we can break down some barriers of entry in order to support the next generation of female cybersecurity experts.” Walia also added, “Women are still very much underrepresented in the cybersecurity industry. We hope that incentives like this scholarship, and our alignment with Minister O’Neil, as a leader for Australia’s Cyber Security portfolio, will inspire the continued increase of women into the cybersecurity sector.” Women rising through ranks in cybersecurity will encourage the younger generation into STEM related studies, and into technical roles.”ĮSET APJ President, Parvinder Walia, said, “Eradicating cybercrime needs a global army of passionate cybersecurity evangelists with different perspectives, and the increase of women coming into this robust workforce adds to the strength and diversity of expertise. ![]() The percentage of women in cybersecurity is growing, and initiatives such as ESET’s scholarships compliment the work the Government is doing to support that influx of women. Our cybersecurity workforce has never been more important. “We are embarking on a new era of cybersecurity capability in this country, and aiming to be the most cyber-secure country by 2030. Minister O’Neil was enthusiastic about the scholarship and what it means. ESET Australia is launching this year's ESET Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship Program, and we are joining forces with Home Affairs and Cyber Security Minister, Clare O’Neil.ĮSET Australia will be awarding $5,000 to a woman currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program majoring in a STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) field.Īpplications are now open, and the winner will be announced on International Women’s Day, at Canberra House by the Minister, 8th March 2023. ![]()
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