003. Locked Out: The Diversity Challenge

Today, women make up 20% of the global cybersecurity workforce. That figure has increased from 11% in 2013, but the numbers are still desperately low. So, why does cybersecurity have such a gender problem? To discuss the issue of diversity in cyber and how to encourage more women into the industry, Paul is joined by Noha Amin, Information Security Awareness Manager at TalkTalk. The key points: 3’00 The main problems with communicating cybersecurity issues with non-technical staff. 12’20 The challenges of being a woman in cybersecurity. 17’50 How does the industry move away from the image of ‘white men in hoodies eating pizza’? 20’35 Why a healthy business ecosystem needs both male and female employees. 24’35 Advice for women wanting to pursue a career in cybersecurity. Download on iTunes: apple.co/2Ji61Ek Listening time: 26 minutes For more information, follow us on twitter @Secarma or @SecarmaLabs or email us at [email protected] Hosted by: Paul Mason, Ethical Hacker & Head of Education at Secarma Guest: Noha Amin, Information Security Awareness Manager at TalkTalk