%0 Journal Article
%T Closing the Gap: Boosting Women¡¯s Representation in Cybersecurity Leadership
%A Yasser Asiry
%J Journal of Information Security
%P 15-23
%@ 2153-1242
%D 2024
%I Scientific Research Publishing
%R 10.4236/jis.2024.151002
%X 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.
%K Cybersecurity
%K Workforce
%K Leadership
%K Gender
%K Gap
%K Women
%K Representation
%U http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=130401