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Eset is a Czechoslovakia-based software company that specialises in cyber security. Founded in 1992, the company has provided software security to businesses and organisations in more than 200 countries and regions. It is also providing opportunities to individuals eyeing to join the cybersecurity industry.
Recently, the company announced the launch of its annual ‘Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship Program.’ One of the program’s main goals is to produce more skilled workers in cybersecurity. The company also aims to alleviate gender inequality in the industry.
According to CRN tech writer Natalie Apostolou, “only 15 per cent of women comprising the general cyber security workforce, Australia even lags behind the dismal global rate of 24 per cent, according to Aspen Research. The Australian Cyber Security Growth Network claims that the Australian tech sector will need over 16,000 skilled workers by 2026, with Government and the private sector aligning to redress the imbalance.”
The program is just in its second year and awards $5,000 to a woman majoring in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). According to the company, the scholarship winner will be awarded on 8th March, coinciding with the International Women’s Day celebration.
Clare O’Neil, Home Affairs and Cyber Security Minister, noted, “We are embarking on a new era of cybersecurity capability in this country and aiming to be the most cyber-secure country by 2030. Our cybersecurity workforce has never been more important. The percentage of women in cybersecurity is growing, and initiatives such as ESET’s scholarships complement the work the Government is doing to support that influx of women. Women rising through ranks in cybersecurity will encourage the younger generation into STEM-related studies and technical roles.”
Parvinder Walia, APJ President of Eset, also noted that women are still underrepresented in the industry. Walia added that the program would attract more women into the field, helping eliminate the shortage of skilled workers.
Moreover, bringing more women into the field will add strength and diversity as they bring different perspectives to cybersecurity.
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