Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) - MSU Denver

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About Us
Officers
Photo Gallery
Events
WiCyS National Organization
Social Media
Join Us
Student Orgs
Academic Programs
Contact

Who We Are

The MSU Denver Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Student Chapter is dedicated to creating a strong, supportive community at Metropolitan State University of Denver that empowers students to thrive in cybersecurity. We strive to foster education, leadership, and meaningful engagement in the field while building a network of students passionate about protecting and innovating in the digital world.

Mission

Our mission is to help close the gender gap in cybersecurity by increasing representation, expanding opportunities, and empowering women to pursue and succeed in cybersecurity careers. Through mentorship, technical skill development, professional networking, industry partnerships, campus collaboration, and hands-on learning experiences, we prepare our members to confidently enter, contribute to, and lead the cybersecurity workforce. Together, we cultivate an environment where every member feels supported, valued, and inspired to make a lasting impact in the field.

Goals

Our goals include closing the gender gap in cybersecurity by increasing representation and opportunity, providing access to mentorship, technical development, and professional networking, and actively encouraging women to pursue and succeed in cybersecurity careers. Through collaboration with industry partners, campus initiatives, and hands-on learning experiences, we aim to prepare our members to confidently enter and lead in the cybersecurity workforce.

Officers

President

Vice President

Treasurer

Secretary

Outreach

Faculty Advisor

Photo Gallery

This album highlights memorable moments from our Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) campus events. From networking socials and industry panels to interactive workshops and community outreach, these photos capture the enthusiasm, leadership, and supportive community that define our chapter.

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2026 WiCyS Officers and Faculty

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2026 WiCyS x Lockheed Martin

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2026 WiCyS Hack Your Career

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2025 CYBM Alumna, Karissa Urdiales

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WiCyS 2025 Annual Conference, Dallas TX

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WiCyS 2025 Annual Conference, Dallas TX

Four ladies sitting together at the Women in Cybersecurity Conference in Dallas, TX

WiCyS 2025 Annual Conference, Dallas TX

Four ladies standing together at the Women in Cybersecurity conference in Dallas, TX

WiCyS 2025 Annual Conference, Dallas TX

Woman sitting on couch at the Women in Cybersecurity Conference in Dallas TX

WiCyS 2025 Annual Conference, Dallas TX

Woman sitting on couch at the Women in Cybersecurity Conference in Dallas TX

WiCyS 2025 Annual Conference, Dallas TX

Three ladies standing together at the Women in Cybersecurity Conference in Dallas, TX

WiCyS 2025 Annual Conference, Dallas TX

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2025 Hack the Future, Tivoli Turnhalle

Students posing with a Colorado Senator

2025 Hack the Future, Tivoli Turnhalle

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2025 Hack the Future, Tivoli Turnhalle

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2024 WiCyS x Lockheed Martin Career Development in Cybersecurity

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2024 WiCyS x Lockheed Martin Career Development in Cybersecurity

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2024 WiCyS x Lockheed Martin Career Development in Cybersecurity

Guest speaker posing for a picture in front of the whiteboard

2024 WiCyS x Lockheed Martin Career Development in Cybersecurity

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2024 WiCyS x Lockheed Martin Career Development in Cybersecurity

Upcoming Events

2027 WiCyS National Organization Annual Conference

Dates: March 17-19, 2027

Location: Gaylord Rockies 6700 North Gaylord Rockies Boulevard
Aurora, CO 80019

Event Details: The 13th annual Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Conference brings together women in cybersecurity from academia, research, government and industry. Visit 2027 Annual Conference.

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Women in CyberSecurity National Organization

Advancing Women in Cybersecurity

Women in CyberSecurity is a national organization and global nonprofit community dedicated to recruiting, retaining, and advancing women in cybersecurity through mentorship, technical training, professional development, thought leadership, networking, and career opportunities.

Women in CyberSecurity National Organization

Four ladies standing together at the Women in Cybersecurity conference in Dallas, TX

March 17 - 19 in Denver, CO at the Gaylord Rockies

The WiCyS conference is the premier event to RECRUIT, RETAIN and ADVANCE women in cybersecurity— all while creating a community of engagement, encouragement and support at a technical conference for women and allies. WiCyS brings together women and allies in cybersecurity from academia, research, government, and industry.

2027 WiCyS Annual Conference

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WiCyS Scholarships

WiCyS student members are eligible to apply for scholarship opportunities to gain cybersecurity experience and credentials.

WiCyS Security Training Scholarship

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Job Board++

WiCyS student members have access to Job Board++, activate your profile, upload your resume and search for internships, part-time, or full-time positions.

WiCyS Job Board++

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Aspiring Professional Mentorship Program

The WiCyS Aspiring Professional Mentorship Program connects undergraduate WiCyS student members with experienced mentors across the cybersecurity industry. This 4-month group-based mentorship experience helps students build core career readiness skills while engaging in a supportive, empowering community.

WiCyS Undergraduate Mentorship Program

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Become a Student Member

Complete the online registration to become a WiCyS Student Member. Please contact [email protected] for questions with online registration.

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Join Our Student Chapter

Join MSU Denver WiCyS, to find community, build your network, sharpen your skills, gain access to scholarships & internships, as well as connect with mentors who can help you grow in cybersecurity!

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Discover Student Organizations

CyberBridge

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Daniel Pittman, Department of Computer Sciences | email [email protected]

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CyberRunners

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Daniel Pittman, Department of Computer Sciences | email: [email protected]

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Girls Who Code College Loops

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Ranjidha Rajan, Department of Computer Sciences | email [email protected]

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Explore Academic Programs

Cybersecurity Major, B.S.

Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology

College of Health and Human Sciences

Bachelor of Science

Master of Science in Cybersecurity

Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology

College of Health and Human Sciences

Master's Program

Graduate Certificate of Cyber Defense

Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology

College of Health and Human Sciences

Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate of Cybercrime Investigation

Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology

College of Health and Human Sciences

Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate of Cybersecurity Leadership

Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology

College of Health and Human Sciences

Graduate Certificate

Contact

If you have any questions or would like more information, please visit the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology or email [email protected]

Email Dr. Denise Mowder

Office Location

We are located in the Administration Building, Suite 310.

Office Hours

Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Friday (Virtual) 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Mailing Address

Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Campus Box 10
P.O. Box 173362
Denver, CO 80217-3362