Upcoming Events
WISP San Francisco Bay Area Networking & Happy Hour Event
Join WISP San Francisco Bay Area local group for a casual networking and community building event to kick off summer 2025.
Meet the WISP local group chairs
Learn about WISP
Network and engage with professionals in security and privacy
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just thinking about a career in security or privacy and interested in learning more, join us for this event!
Thank you to Relyance AI for sponsoring light bites! Learn more about Relyance AI, a company helping organizations implement responsible AI and data governance.
Date: June 10, 2025
Time: 4:30 to 6:30 PM PT
Location: Teeth Bar, 2323 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
WISP Wednesday
Join WISP Metro Atlanta Local Group for WISP Wednesday for networking and connection among privacy and security professionals! Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
5:30 p.m. Meet & Greet
6-7:30 p.m. Networking Event
Date: June 11, 2025
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 PM ET
Location: Tin Lizzy’s 121 Perimeter Center West, Atlanta
OffensiveX 2025
Offensive X is the ultimate annual hacking event, featuring top-tier speakers, highly technical talks, and groundbreaking insights.
Supported by leading sponsors, it unites the brightest minds in the global hacking community. Hosted in the vibrant city of Athens, Greece, Offensive X combines cutting-edge content with a world-class location, creating an unmissable experience.
Date: Wed, Jun 18 - Thu, Jun 19, 2025
Time: 10:00 - 06:00 PM
Location: Athens, Greece
WISP community members can SIGN UP HERE and will receive an email with a code for an exclusive €150 ticket offer.
With the code, you will then register for OffensiveX 2025 on the website: https://cometogether.live/event/2224/offensivex-2025
Tinfoil Hat Contest at Secret Con
WISP is proud to be a sponsor of the Tin Foil Hat Contest at SecretCon. Stop by the contest to learn more about Women in Security and Privacy!
Virtual Finance Cybersecurity Summit
Learn how to protect yourself and your business from becoming a victim of cybercrime.
Save the date and join us for the Virtual Official Finance Cybersecurity Summit, rated Top 5 InfoSec Conference Worldwide, held on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
WISP is a proud partner of this event and for a limited time has secured exclusive complimentary admission for our network!
Register with code CSS25-WISP to secure your free pass at
https://cyberriskalliance.swoogo.com/FinancialServices25/begin.
Demystifying Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Certifications
Curious about privacy and security certifications but not sure where to start? Join us for a virtual conversation covering the most recognized certifications in the field, tips on how to prepare, reasons to pursue them, and insights from professionals who’ve been through the process. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, this session will help you navigate your next step with confidence.
Date: June 24, 2025
Time: 5:30 to 6:30 PM CT
Location: Zoom
It Takes a Village: Learn About Villages & Communities @ DEF CON 33
Join WISP for an engaging virtual event in our Hacker Summer Camp Prep Series. Hear from members of villages that will be at DEF CON 33 - Biohacking Village, Blue Team Village, Policy Village, ICS Village, and Voting Village. Learn about the missions of each village and the activities that they have planned at DEF CON 33! A panel discussion will follow where you can have all of your questions answered about the Villages and DEF CON in general.
Date: June 25, 2025
Time: 3pm PT / 6pm ET
Location: Zoom
You Belong in the Arena: Demystifying DEF CON Contests
Date: July 10, 2025
Time: 10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET
Location: Zoom
DC Metro Cybersecurity Summit
Learn how to protect yourself and your business from becoming a victim of cybercrime.
Save the date and join us for the 12th Annual DC Metro Official Cybersecurity Summit, rated Top 5 InfoSec Conference Worldwide, held on Thursday, July 17 at The Ritz Carlton, Tysons Corner.
Women in Security & Privacy (WISP) is a proud partner of this event and for a limited time has secured exclusive complimentary admission for our network!
Register with code CSS25-WISP to secure your free pass at
Do you need a Faraday bag? Personal Privacy for Hacker Summer Camp
Do you really need a Faraday bag or a burner phone while in Vegas for Black Hat, DEF CON, and other conferences? Join Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) for a panel discussion about personal privacy at ‘Hacker Summer Camp’, where you’ll hear from DEF CON goons and privacy experts about realistic privacy measures to take, and separate the myths from facts. No matter your threat model, you’ll walk away with a plan to protect your privacy and fully enjoy these conferences.
Date: July 23, 2025
Time: 4pm PT / 7pm ET
Location: Zoom
The Diana Initiative 2025
The Diana Initiative is a diversity-driven conference committed to helping all underrepresented people in Information Security. The Diana Initiative features multiple speaker tracks, capture-the-flag competitions, villages with hands-on activities, and workshops.
Learn more about the event.
Date: Aug 4, 2025
Location: UNLV Student Union, Las Vegas, NV
SquadCon ‘25
SquadCon `25: Victory by Design is a two-day conference powered by BGH Foundation dba BlackGirlsHack . This conference is in Las Vegas during Hacker Summer Camp. SquadCon `25 will be held August 5-6th, 2025 at the Sahara Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. We will have amazing keynotes, discussion panels, beginner-friendly hands-on workshops, and a fantastic lineup of research and fireside chats on some of the latest edge trends in cybersecurity.
SquadCon `25 is more than just a conference. It’s a mission to address underrepresentation in the field of cybersecurity. By highlighting diverse contributions and experiences, SquadCon `25: Victory by Design provides an inspiring opportunity for attendees to learn about cybersecurity, emerging technologies, AI, and ethical hacking in a supportive and inclusive environment. We invite you to be part of this important mission.
Learn more about the event.
Date: Aug 5-6, 2025
Location: Sahara Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV
Black Hat USA
Black Hat USA returns to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas with a 6-day program. The event will open with four days of specialized cybersecurity Trainings (August 2-5), with courses for all skill levels. Also taking place during Black Hat USA is Summit Day on Tuesday, August 5, followed by the two-day main conference on August 6 & 7 featuring more than 100 selected Briefings, dozens of open-source tool demos in Arsenal, a robust Business Hall, networking and social events, and much more.
Learn more about the event and available pass types!
Date: Aug 6 & 7, 2025
Location: Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas
DEF CON 33
The theme for DEF CON 33 is ‘Access Everywhere’ Imagine that we’re building the digital commons from scratch. What could we do to make sure everyone benefits? How would we make it a freer, healthier place to inhabit? How do we protect each other from the worst parts of the current system?
• Services should be usable no matter who you are.
• Services should be accessible no matter where you are.
• Services should not violate user privacy or security.
Learn more about the event.
Date: Aug 7-10, 2025
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
Identiverse
We're proud to be partnering Identiverse on June 3-6, 2025 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada!
Join this must-attend industry event that brings together over 3,000 security professionals for 4 days of world-class learning, engagement, and entertainment. Now in its 16th year, Identiverse offers more than 70 hours of top-notch content showcasing enlightening keynotes, informative panels, and hands-on masterclasses—attendees can connect with their peers during networking receptions and fun interactive group activities like bootcamp, yoga, and more.
Take advantage of early bird rates and our exclusive discount to secure your spot at the ultimate Identity conference of the year, Identiverse 2025!
Use code IDV25-WISP25 to save 25% on registration. Hurry—this exclusive offer ends April 25, 2025!
Tinfoil Hat Contest at Thotcon
WISP is excited to be a sponsor of the Tinfoil Hat Contest at Thotcon. Stop by to learn more about Women in Security and Privacy.
Inside Hacker Summer Camp: Insights, Tips, and Real Talk from Past Attendees
Thinking about going to Hacker Summer Camp but not sure where to start? Or maybe you've been before, but want to do it better this time? Join WISP for a candid conversation with past attendees as we break down what to expect from the weeklong lineup of conferences in Las Vegas - including The Diana Initiative, SquadCon, BSidesLV, BlackHat, and DEF CON.
This session is packed with real talk, practical tips, and behind-the-scenes insights to help you navigate Hacker Summer Camp with confidence - whether you're attending solo, going for the first time, or representing your company or community.
You'll also hear how WISP’s Hacker Summer Camp Scholarships - open to everyone - can help you attend by covering costs and providing connection points throughout the week.
You’ll walk away with:
An overview of each major conference and what makes them unique
Honest advice from experienced attendees on how to prepare, pace yourself, and find your people
Budgeting and travel tips to make your trip more accessible
Details on how to apply for a WISP Hacker Summer Camp Scholarship
Ideas for getting the most value - personally and professionally - out of the experience
Whether you’re curious, committed, or somewhere in between, this session is your inside look at one of the biggest weeks in security and privacy.
Date: May 28, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM PT/ 5:00 PM ET
Location: Virtual
Sip & Share: Privacy & Security Chat with WISP and Osano
Join WISP NYC and Osano for an informal coffee meet up! Join us for a cup and connect with fellow privacy and security professionals!
Date: May 28, 2025
Time: 9:00 to 10:30 AM ET
Location: 114 W 41st St, New York City
AI DevSummit
AI DevSummit is the world’s leading artificial intelligence dev event with tracks covering chatbots, machine learning, open source AI libraries, AI for the enterprise, and deep AI / neural networks. This conference targets software engineers and data scientists who are looking for an introduction to AI as well as AI dev professionals looking for a landscape view on the newest AI technologies.
Artificial intelligence technologies are the most potentially disruptive technologies facing the world, and the real breakthroughs in AI are Ai developer technologies. Behind self-driving cars, facial recognition, healthcare AI analytics, and customer targeting, there is a new AI developer technology. AI DevSummit is the hub for the newest breakthroughs in AI developer technologies.
May 28-29, 2025 · South San Francisco Conference Center, CA
June 4-5, 2025 · Live Online
The WISP community is open to all and can enjoy 1 of 150 free OPEN Pass using code MP535 when registering. Don’t wait claim your OPEN pass today!
DeveloperWeek Leadership 2025
DeveloperWeek Leadership is the premier conference & expo for engineering managers, dev team leads, and technical executives (VP, Director, CTO, CXO). Join us for a fully immersive education and innovation experience, where you can learn & gain insights from top engineering leaders about team management, best practices, and developer tools & technology decision-making.
With a fully immersive in-person experience, we’re bringing you: 3 tracks, 50+ speakers, a live 2-day Expo with technologies & tools, product demos, and 1:1 topic-focused networking.
Past speakers include leaders from IBM, VMware, AWS, Stack Overflow, Wix.com, Lucid Software, Turing, New York Times, LinearB, Foursquare, MariaDB, and many more.
May 28-29, 2025 · South San Francisco Conference Center, CA
June 4-5, 2025 · Live Online
The WISP community is open to all and can enjoy 1 of 150 free OPEN Pass using code MP535 when registering. Don’t wait claim your OPEN pass today!
WISP Cyber Sip & Social
WISP Cyber Sip & Social
Great news WISP Toronto, the Cyber Sip & Social was a hit and we are thrilled to make it a regular event.
It’s a relaxed, casual atmosphere perfect for meaningful conversations, sharing experiences, and expanding your network.
No agenda, no presentations—just good company over a coffee and a light snack (available for purchase).
Bring your stories, your questions, and your enthusiasm! We look forward to seeing you there.
Spaces are NOT limited, plenty of room for us to mingle. RSVP today!
Date: May 22, 2025
Time: 5:00 to 7:00 PM ET
Location: Mos Mos Coffee. 1 University Ave, Toronto
Waterside Welcome Walk
Calling all privacy and security-minded folks! We’re kicking things off with our very first WISP Austin event, and you’re invited!
Join us on May 22nd at Ellis - we’ll meet up at 5 PM for a scenic walk by the water, then head back to Ellis for happy hour at 6 PM. Come celebrate the start of something awesome with us. As a reminder, y’all means all - so we’ll see y’all then!
Date: May 22, 2025
Time: 5:00 to 7:30 PM CT
Location: Ellis Bar, 111 Congress Ave. bldg 2, Austin, TX
Women in Tech Global Conference 2025
The Women in Tech Global Conference 2025 is a highly anticipated event that aims to empower women in the tech industry. The conference will bring together female tech leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and educators from around the world to share their expertise, experiences, and insights. Attendees can expect to learn about the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in the tech industry, as well as network with like-minded individuals. The conference will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and networking events, and will provide ample opportunities for attendees to connect, collaborate, and grow. The Women in Tech Global Conference 2025 is a must-attend event for anyone looking to advance their career in the tech industry and make a positive impact on the world.
The WISP community can enjoy a 20% discount on registration using code, 124418-WITCOM20%
She secures AI: Autonomy, Risks, Defense
Join WISP Netherlands for conversations on ‘She secures AI: Autonomy, Risks, Defense.’ The event will include Rhesa Baar (Security Specialist at Microsoft) speaking about Security defense in age of AI, Isabel Barberá (Co-founder at Rhite, AI Privacy & Security Advisor and Researcher) addressing Risk Management in LLMs: A Lifecycle Approach, and Tina van der Linden (Lecturer and co-graduate coordinator HBO Law | Institute of Law) on Protecting your autonomy in the age of AI. Register now to join us!
Date: May 19, 2025
Time: 5:30 to 8:00 PM CET
Location: Signify, High Tech Campus 48, Eindhoven, Netherlands
Toronto Cybersecurity Summit
Learn how to protect yourself & your business from becoming a victim of cybercrime. Save the date and join us for the 2nd Annual Official Toronto Cybersecurity Summit, rated Top 5 InfoSec Conference Worldwide, held on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
WISP is a proud partner of this event & for a limited time has secured exclusive complimentary admission for our network!
Register with code CSS25-WISP to secure your free pass at
https://cybersecuritysummit.com/summit/toronto25/.
Mothers in Children’s Privacy
Join Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) and the Sacramento KnowledgeNet chapter of the IAPP (formerly International Association of Privacy Professionals) for a webinar in honor of Mother's Day: Mothers in Children’s Privacy. Our panel will discuss hot topics on children's privacy with insight from our panelists on what it’s like to be a working mother in the field.
Date: May 14, 2025
Time: 10:30 to 11:30 AM PT
Location: Virtual
Expert Insights: Compliance on AI
We are excited to announce that our next WISP event in collaboration with RADIA will take place on May 8th at the offices of our amazing hosts, Noerr. Join us from 18:30 to 20:30 for an evening of learning, networking, and connection.
Expert Insights: Compliance on AI
Our special guest speaker, Dr. Antonia von Appen, will share her expertise on compliance in the field of Artificial Intelligence. This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving industry.
Networking and Drinks
Enjoy some refreshments while you connect with like-minded Women in Tech. Our events are designed to foster meaningful relationships, collaborations, and friendships.
Date: May 8, 2025
Time: 18:30 - 20:30
Location: Noerr Offices, Munich
WISP Cybersecurity Recruiting Workshop
Join WISP for a Cybersecurity Recruiting Workshop featuring top cybersecurity recruiters! This event provides a rare opportunity to learn about the latest trends in the cybersecurity job market, in demand skills, and expert tips on how to stand out to potential employers. Whether you're looking to break into the field or advance your career, this panel will equip you with valuable insights to navigate the cybersecurity hiring landscape. Don’t miss the chance to hear from industry recruiters and ask your burning questions!
If you are interested in potentially having your CV/Resume reviewed by one of our panelists, please submit it here. We are looking to review both an early career/career transition resume and a senior level resume.
Date: May 7, 2025
Time: 6:00 to 7:30 PM ET
Location: Virtual
Build Security & Privacy by Design in AI Platforms
Join WISP Toronto Local Group for a virtual conversation with Charles Givre, moderated by Amalia Barthel.
Date: May 7, 2025
Time: 4 pm ET
Location: Virtual
Secure Miami Conference
Meet up with WISP Florida Local Group at the Secure Miami Conference.
Date: May 7, 2025
Time: 9 am ET - 7:30 pm ET
RSAC™ 2025 Conference College Day
Level Up Your Career at RSAC 2025 College Day.
Take your cybersecurity career to the next level at RSAC 2025 College Day! Participate in the Resume Review & Networking Session for expert feedback on your resume and the chance to network with top professionals. Learn more here or Register here.
Rockin' Mocktails at RSAC '25, Presented by Sober in Cyber
Join us on Monday, April 28th, for the Rockin' Mocktails event at RSAC 2025! Taking place on the first floor of the beautiful KPMG Building (just a 10-minute walk from the Moscone Center), this party will have ALL the buzz, without the booze. We'll have custom mocktails, delicious food, punk rock-themed arts & crafts, and an onsite temporary tattoo artist so you can get some commitment-free ink! All the professional networking in a fun environment with ZERO pressure to drink.
Date: April 28, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST
Location: First Floor of the KPMG Building, 55 2nd St, San Francisco, CA
The Craft of Lock Picking: Hands-On Workshop
The Craft of Lock Picking: Hands-On Workshop
Join Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) and Okta Ventures for a hands-on workshop to learn the craft of lock picking! No experience or equipment is necessary for this workshop. Guided by skilled experts, Lockpick Extreme, this interactive session will teach you the art and science behind unlocking mechanisms without a key.
As part of the workshop, you’ll receive a free set of practice locks and lock picking tools to take home (while supplies last), allowing you to continue practicing and refining your new skills. Perfect for beginners and curious minds alike, this workshop provides a safe, ethical, and engaging environment to explore the craft of lock picking.
This event will be in-person only and will not be recorded or streamed.
Date: April 28, 2025
Time: 4:00 to 6:00 PM PT
Location: Okta HQ
RSAC™ 2025 Conference
WISP Members: Secure Your Spot at RSAC I 2025 Conference
WISP Members: Secure Your Spot at RSAC 2025. Join thousands of your peers at RSAC 2025 in San Francisco from April 28 – May 1. Connect, collaborate, and innovate as the brightest minds in cybersecurity come together for expert-led sessions, inspiring Keynotes, and breakthrough innovation programs. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and strengthen the bonds of our cybersecurity community. Register now.
BSides SF
BSidesSF is taking place on April 26 & 27. Join us as we come together as a community to advance the body of Information Security knowledge with a forum for education, collaboration, and continued conversation. Register now! https://bsidessf.regfox.com/2025
Date: April 26-27, 2025
Time: 9:00 am to 5:45 PM
Location: City View at Metreon, San Francisco, CA
WISP Toronto Sip & Social
Join us as we welcome spring and reconnect with our vibrant Privacy and Security community!
A relaxed, casual atmosphere perfect for meaningful conversations, sharing experiences, and expanding your network. No agenda, no presentations—just good company over a coffee and a light snack (available for purchase).
After a long winter, it's time to emerge, reconnect, and nurture our professional relationships in a supportive environment.
Bring your business cards, your stories, and your enthusiasm! We look forward to seeing you there.
Spaces are limited, register today.
Date: April 24, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm ET
Location: Mos Mos Coffee 1 University Ave Suite 100, Toronto
Women Leading Privacy Section lunch
Join fellow women and the allies advocating for their advancement at the women leading privacy lunch at the IAPP Global Privacy Summit. Take a moment to slow down, enjoy lunch, and share experiences and insights with women leading the charge in data protection, AI governance, and cybersecurity. The event is sponsored by Google.
Please note that seats are first come, first served. Reservations are not required. A conference badge for the IAPP Global Privacy Summit is required. See the conference agenda for more details.
Defying Privacy: LGBTQ+Allies After Party
WISP is proud to be a partner for the LGBTQ+Allies After Party at the IAPP Global Privacy Summit. The event is a fundraiser benefiting SMYAL + LGBT Tech.
Date: April 23, 2025
Time: Doors open at 8:30 pm
Location: Pitchers D.C. 2317 18th St NW, Washington, DC
The Journey to Running Your GenAI from Home
Join WISP Toronto for a virtual session, The Journey to Running Your GenAI from Home, featuring Alexandre Blanc, a conversation moderated by Amalia Barthel.
Date: April 23, 2025
Time: 12pm ET
Location: Virtual
Women in Security & Privacy IRL Meetup in Washington, D.C.
Join us for an exclusive Women in Security & Privacy event
Connect. Learn. Empower.
The landscape of data privacy is constantly evolving, and women are leading the way in shaping its future. Join us for an exclusive Women in Security and Privacy Meetup, where top women in the field will come together to stretch, connect, and discuss the latest trends in privacy, security, and compliance.
Agenda:
12:00 | Arrival and set up
12:15-12:30 | Introductions
12:30 - 1:15 | Stretch Class
1:15 - 2:00 | Light Bites + Networking
Virtual Identity & Access Management Cybersecurity Summit
Virtual Identity & Access Management Cybersecurity Summit
You’ll get to take place in impactful networking with powerful peers from FedEx, Yahoo, and J.P. Morgan. You’ll also get to hear from leading experts from Delinea, Ping Identity, and more!
WISP has secured our members free admission! To claim your ticket, register with code CSS25-WISP at https://cyberriskalliance.swoogo.com/IdentityAccessManagement25/begin
Few spots remain, so mark your calendar and secure your place today!
Earn up to 8 CPEs!
NOTE: Admission to the Cybersecurity Summit is reserved exclusively for active
cybersecurity, IT, and information security practitioners responsible for safeguarding their enterprises against cyber threats and managing cybersecurity solutions. All registrations are subject to review. Students, interns, educators, consultants, individuals not currently employed in IT, and those in sales or marketing roles are not eligible to attend. Additionally, if we are unable to verify your identity with the information provided during registration, your attendance may be canceled. Please note that these qualifications apply to all attendees, including members of our partner organizations.
For event details, visit https://cybersecuritysummit.com/summit/identityaccess25/.
Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Time: 10:00 to 2:30 PM
Location: VIRTUAL
The Privacy Pro Survival Summit 2
Back by popular demand: After the success of the first Privacy Pro Survival Summit, we’re doubling down with the Privacy Pro Survival Summit 2: This Time It’s Personal.
This time, we’ll focus on the balancing act privacy pros must perform between the legal, technical, and human sides of data protection. We’re putting the personal in personal data, as requested by our fall summit attendees. We’re even letting you pick one of the session topics.
Attendees will enjoy a mix of CPE-credit educational sessions and themed networking rooms to connect with fellow privacy professionals. There may be surprises.
This time, we’re proud to be working with Woman in Security and Privacy (WISP) as our official Summit Pathfinder Partner, contributing to both our sessions and our networking rooms.
The Right to Remain Private: Safeguarding Vulnerable Communities
Join Women in Security and Privacy & AUWCL Tech Law Security Society for a fireside chat to discuss data privacy for marginalized communities with expert speakers, including a WCL alum. Stay for networking with professionals & peers in tech, security and privacy!
Date: April 8, 2025
Time: 5:30 to 7:00 PM
Location: American University Washington College of Law Claudio Grossman Hall 4300 Nebraska Avenue, NW Washington DC (view directions)
