Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), leads initiatives to recruit, retain and advance women in cybersecurity. With over two decades of experience as a strategist, she has successfully aligned businesses, nonprofits and grant-funded programs with workforce goals. Her accolades include an honorary Doctor of Science & Technology from Champlain College (2024), two SANS Difference Maker Awards and recognition as one of CS Hub’s Top 25 Cybersecurity Leaders. Lynn also contributes to the cybersecurity community through her roles on the CSA AI Initiative, the UMGC CIT Advisory Board, and as a Board Member for the CIS Alan Paller Laureate Program.
The Business Case for Cybersecurity Workforce Resilience – Lynn Dohm – BH26 #1
The joint report from WiCyS and FourOne Insights reveals that mentorship, skills-based promotion, and third-party partnerships don’t just improve workforce outcomes — they deliver measurable ROI, including more than $125,000 in savings per employee. As cybersecurity leaders grapple with persistent talent shortages, AI-driven skill shifts, and demographic headwinds, the report positions workforce resilience as a measurable business advantage — not just an HR initiative. Segment Resources: https://www.wicys.org/resources/the-roi-of-resilience/ https://www.wicys.org/initiatives/the-wicys-cyber-talent-study/. This segment is sponsored by Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS). Visit https://securityweek...
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Full Segment Notes
The joint report from WiCyS and FourOne Insights reveals that mentorship, skills-based promotion, and third-party partnerships don’t just improve workforce outcomes — they deliver measurable ROI, including more than $125,000 in savings per employee.As cybersecurity leaders grapple with persistent talent shortages, AI-driven skill shifts, and demographic headwinds, the report positions workforce resilience as a measurable business advantage — not just an HR initiative.Segment Resources:https://www.wicys.org/resources/the-roi-of-resilience/
https://www.wicys.org/initiatives/the-wicys-cyber-talent-study/This segment is sponsored by Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS). Visit https://securityweekly.com/wicysbh to learn more about them!
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