About the Cyber Guild
We believe that diversity of background and skills helps defend against today’s cyber risk.
Core Purpose
The Cyber Guild believes the world wil become more secure when cybersecurity is part of the fabric of everyday living.
Our Mission
The Cyber Guild is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to continually advance cybersecurity. We are working together with employers, thought leaders, economic development agencies, and policy makers in cybersecurity to:
Inform and influence the
industry through
peer-to-peer mentoring on.
Serve as a network and
resource connector
for cybersecurity leaders and
professionals.
Attract, educate, and
promote a more diverse
workforce.
History
The Cyber Guild was incorporated in 2019, but the passion and commitment of the founders and benefactors has been building over many years. The genesis of the Cyber Guild was the Uniting Women in Cyber Summit (UWIC) founded in 2017 by the Center for Innovative Technology (CIT) in Virginia.
UWIC is now one of the signature programs of The Cyber Guild is a 501©3. Our 501(c)6 not for profit status is pending.
The Cyber Guild is responsible for building powerful alliances to attract more diverse talent and leadership in cybersecurity. We strive to build a trusted cybersecurity community to grow talent and leadership from all walks of life. Through the cooperation of our cyber and public/private partners across the country and DMV, we strive to share and develop best practices for increasing security awareness across the digital landscape.
The Cyber Guild provides peer-to-peer networking opportunities for our members to enhance skills, knowledge, and grow within the cybersecurity industry.
The Board
The Cyber Guild leadership team is composed of industry practitioners and thought leaders who drive the strategy and success of our organization. Our diverse backgrounds help us to support your cybersecurity journey in intentional and impactful ways.
Board of Advisors
The Cyber Guild’s Board of advisors is a dynamic group of leaders whose role is to provide expertise and direction to The Cyber Guild’s leadership. They are commited to helping set a strong foundation for the organization’s success.
The Luminaire Network
Cyber Guild Luminaire are the brightest, most experienced people drawn from the private and public, for-profit and not-for- profit sectors. They share a passion for The Cyber Guild purpose, and access the resources to raise awareness, support and involvement across diverse communities of interest. Luminaire are a priceless source of ideas, diverse communities of interest. Luminaire are a priceless source of ideas, diverse perspectives and broad leadership experience. Invitation only member group.
Engagement Team
The Cyber Guild Engagement Team is a dedicated group of volunteers. The team provides strategic insight into design content and oversight to ensure valid and valued programs are delivered to benefit the diverse Cyber Guild community. We are actively recruiting new members to join our team. To get involved, contact Debbie Sallis.
