Track

Date & Time
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 2:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Room Location
Hall 2
Session Code
TR3D
Name
Diverse Minds, Stronger Cyber: Building and Fostering Inclusive Workforces To Strengthen Our Sector
Description

You've heard from our future workforce, now hear from a panel of leaders as they share powerful insights into building an inclusive, resilient and innovative cyber sector and demonstrate that a successful career in cyber doesn’t require a “one size fits all” approach.

Our panel will explore the strategies that have helped shape their careers – as well as the interventions that truly make a difference: from empowering underrepresented talent to fostering environments where confidence can grow and thrive. They’ll share honest reflections on their journeys, the challenges they’ve faced, and the interventions needed to create and retain a truly diverse cyber workforce.

Whether you’re starting your journey or leading the way, this will inspire you to champion inclusion, support talent, and retain the rich variety of perspectives that make cybersecurity stronger.

Session Keywords
Human factors and culture
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