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GISEC Global: Cybersecurity Gets a Female Force
GISEC Global, the Middle East’s premier cybersecurity event, is amplifying opportunities for women in the field, catalysing diversity in an industry poised to revolutionise digital behaviours.
The event will shine a spotlight on influential women in cybersecurity during the Inspire conference, set to take centre stage at the Middle East’s largest cybersecurity showcase from April 23-25 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
The event will shine a spotlight on influential women in cybersecurity during the Inspire conference, set to take centre stage at the Middle East’s largest cybersecurity showcase from April 23-25 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Renowned female leaders like Alina Tan, Judy Ngure, and Caitlin Sarian will headline the conference.
Cybersecurity Trailblazer
Alina Tan, a standout figure in Singapore’s automotive cybersecurity sector and listed among the Top 30 Women in Security in ASEAN, epitomises female achievement in a traditionally male-dominated domain.
Her fascination with cybersecurity blossomed from her passion for motorsport, which led her to establish the Car Security Quarter, a specialised interest group devoted to automotive security in her local community.
Tan leads the Singapore Chapter of the Automotive Security Research Group, a global nonprofit fostering knowledge exchange and the advancement of security solutions.
“I firmly advocate for representation and visibility,” Tan asserts. “Through my experiences, insights, and achievements, I strive to showcase that women can thrive in cybersecurity and excel in diverse roles within the industry.”
Vulnerability Management
At the conference, Alina Tan will be joined by Judy Ngure, CEO of Bug Bounty Box, a platform aiding security leaders in vulnerability management. With over five years of cybersecurity practice, Ngure advises on multiple African boards, advancing diversity in the field. She co-authored “African Women in Security: Remarkable Women Moving Cybersecurity in Africa”, celebrating women’s contributions and inspiring further participation in the industry.
Expert Influencer
Caitlin Sarian, also known as Cybersecurity Girl, is a dominant cybersecurity influencer with a comprehensive career history — including a decade of consulting experience at the likes of EY and a previous role at TikTok’s Global Cybersecurity Advocacy and Culture team.
As well as attending the Women in Cybersecurity roundtable, Caitlin will be leading a talk titled ‘The flawed path: debunking the efficacy of current cybersecurity training approaches and how we can improve our future,’ in which she will relay the need to overhaul outdated education methods in favour of training strategies that prioritise real-world application and critical thinking.
Tan, Ngure, and Sarian highlight the common challenge among young women in cybersecurity: the lack of support, recognition, and inclusive opportunities for professional growth. This sense of being sidelined can dampen enthusiasm for entering the field.
A misconception persists that cybersecurity solely revolves around coding, overlooking its multifaceted nature requiring diverse skills such as problem-solving and communication. The abundance of bootcamps and online courses further complicates entry, often overwhelming beginners and discouraging them before they even begin.
“The challenge is getting women excited about technical topics in cybersecurity because it looks like a very male-dominated environment which it is,” said Ngure. “The other key challenge is retaining women in the cybersecurity field; I have seen many women move from technical cyber roles to non-technical jobs. I encourage women to upskill compared to moving because we need more women active in the industry’s technical leadership positions.”
Sarian echoed these sentiments, emphasising the strategic necessity of increased female participation in cybersecurity. “The field benefits immensely from diversity, bringing different perspectives, ideas, and problem-solving approaches. Women, with their unique experiences and viewpoints, can drive innovation and enhance cybersecurity effectiveness” .
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