Membership Benefits

AWSN is a network of people aiming to grow the number of women in the security and resilience community. We support, inspire, and act as role models. We connect women in the industry and those looking to enter the field with the tools, knowledge, network and platforms needed to build confidence and interest. We know the diversity of online and physical threats and risks require diversity of thought on how to address them, and this is where our network thrives.

Here are the benefits of becoming an AWSN member.

Access to:

  • AWSN programs to support your career and skill development
  • Member-only events held across Australia
  • Regular updates on job and internship opportunities from companies actively recruiting
  • Monthly member newsletter featuring exclusive news, opportunities, and events
  • The private AWSN Slack workspace for networking, collaboration and real-time discussions
  • Member pricing for select events hosted by AWSN partners
  • Extensive library of past webinars

Opportunities to:

  • Join the private AWSN LinkedIn group to connect with members nationally
  • Collaborate with AWSN members across the country
  • Participate in the AWSN Mentoring Program as a mentor or mentee
  • Volunteer in a range of roles
  • Post unlimited job advertisements to the AWSN community

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Through their involvement with AWSN, our members tell us that they:

  • Have more confidence applying for roles, attending security events and public speaking
  • Have got a job after attending and networking at our events
  • Have been inspired by the role models speaking at our events or being recognised for an award
  • Found a mentor/ally to help them navigate their career

We currently have members:

  • Across Australia (All states)
  • Working in cybersecurity, Physical/Protective Security, Resilience, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Technology Delivery, Audit, Risk and Compliance, Cyber Law, Privacy, Fraud, Cybercrime, Security Operations, Security Education/Awareness, Application Security, Identity and Access Management Security Management, Transport Security, Cloud Security, Data Security and more!
  • Working in international enterprises, large Australian corporates, small and medium businesses, startups, government, service providers and consulting
  • Working in a diverse number of roles and are at various stages of their careers. Some are tertiary/graduates or starting out, some are transitioning into security from long careers in another industry, some have been in security for a while and some are inspirational leaders in our industry
  • Supported by male advocates who are actively contributing to positive culture change within our industry

"Being part of the AWSN has literally changed my life, I feel supported and empowered and have now started a dream role in the industry. I can never repay my gratitude, or stress enough the importance of such networks."

Jocasta