10 Years of Advancing Women in Cybersecurity – Apply Now!

Women in Cybersecurity
Scholarship

ESET is committed to advancement of women in STEM
and the field of cybersecurity.

Deadline to apply is April 8, 2025

$15KIn awards

Seven awards now available in Canada, with scholarships up to $5,000 for trailblazers and future leaders in cybersecurity.

New Awards!

Our Commitment to Women in STEM

Since 2016, ESET North America has supported and empowered women in pursuing careers in cybersecurity, offering financial assistance to help achieve their aspirations. We’ve encountered remarkable women who are passionate about shaping the future of this field.

According to the 2024 Cybersecurity Workforce Study conducted by (ISC)², women account for only 14.4% of the cybersecurity workforce, while men make up 79.6%. This stark imbalance underscores the critical need to bring more women into the profession, particularly as emerging technologies like generative AI continue to evolve. Diversity in AI development is essential to ensure these tools are ethical, secure, and inclusive.

ESET is committed to fostering opportunities for women to lead in cybersecurity and AI, helping to bridge this gap and build a more balanced, innovative, and equitable future.

Apply Today: Your Path to Cybersecurity

To apply for the ESET Cybersecurity Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:

Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
Be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited college or university in Canada.
Aspire to pursue a career in the cybersecurity industry.

Applicants will be considered for one of two award categories:

Cybersecurity Trailblazer Award: Two $5,000 scholarships will be awarded to Canadian applicants who demonstrate exceptional technical accomplishments and a strong focus on cybersecurity.
Future Leader Award (NEW!): In celebration of the tenth anniversary, five $1,000 scholarships will be granted to promising Canadian applicants who show significant potential in cybersecurity, even if they are in the early stages of their journey.

To complete your application, submit an online form that includes:

Your transcript.
A letter of recommendation.
List of volunteer work or community service.
A personal essay (500-700 words) outlining your achievements, potential, or passion for cybersecurity.
To begin the application process, applicants must create an account or log in to Reviewr.

The deadline to apply is April 8, 2025. Winners will be notified by the end of June.

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