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• TITLE: Closing the Gap: Boosting Women’s Representation in Cybersecurity Leadership

  AUTHORS: Yasser Asiry

  KEYWORDS: Cybersecurity, Workforce, Leadership, Gender, Gap, Women, Representation

  JOURNAL NAME: Journal of Information Security, Vol.15 No.1, January 10, 2024

  ABSTRACT: The research consistently highlights the gender disparity in cybersecurity leadership roles, necessitating targeted interventions. Biased recruitment practices, limited STEM education opportunities for girls, and workplace culture contribute to this gap. Proposed solutions include addressing biased recruitment through gender-neutral language and blind processes, promoting STEM education for girls to increase qualified female candidates, and fostering inclusive workplace cultures with mentorship and sponsorship programs. Gender parity is crucial for the industry’s success, as embracing diversity enables the cybersecurity sector to leverage various perspectives, drive innovation, and effectively combat cyber threats. Achieving this balance is not just about fairness but also a strategic imperative. By embracing concerted efforts towards gender parity, we can create a more resilient and impactful cybersecurity landscape, benefiting industry and society.