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Ethical Hacking... Explained Blue and Slow is our weekly beginner level hands on Blue Team Practical Skills Labs. The weekly classes are independent and you can drop in and learn some new Blue Team Skills. Taught by Malik each Wednesday in the Ethical Hacking Explained Blue and Slow Channel in Teams
Interested in Volunteering for BGH? Our once a month Volunteer Q&A meetings are your opportunity to find out about the positions we have available and ask any questions you might have.
Check out our blackgirlshack.org/volunteer page for current openings!
New year, new books. We're excited to kick of the BGH Book Club. The book club will be held the last Wednesday of the month. Get the book at the beginning of the month (Our first book doesn't come out until January 8th) and be prepared to discuss on the last Wednesday of the month.
Jan 31st - Securing our Future: Embracing the Resilience and Brilliance of Black Women in Cyber
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/securing-our-future-the-black-women-in-cyber-collective/1144189013?ean=9781952903458
February 28th - Phoenix Project
https://www.amazon.com/The-Phoenix-Project-audiobook/dp/B00VATFAMI/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2U3UFO68AK6T8&keywords=phoenix+project&qid=1703609534&sprefix=phoenix+project%2Caps%2C86&sr=8-1
March 27th - The Memo
https://www.amazon.com/The-Memo-Minda-Harts-audiobook/dp/B07VNTPN49/ref=sr_1_1?crid=O3BG0QVDTHCO&keywords=the+memo&qid=1703609579&s=audible&sprefix=the+memo%2Caudible%2C80&sr=1-1
April 24 This is How They Tell Me the World Ends: The Cyberweapons Arms Race
https://www.amazon.com/This-They-Tell-World-Ends/dp/B08W2D7NGZ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=YREP9K3IN6YK&keywords=they+tell+me+this+is+how&qid=1703609619&s=audible&sprefix=they+tell+me+this+is+how%2Caudible%2C74&sr=1-1
May 29th Art of Invisibility
https://www.amazon.com/Art-Invisibility-Worlds-Teaches-Brother/dp/0316380520/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1703609696&sr=1-1
June 26th Fancy Bear Goes Phishing: The Dark History of the Information Age, in Five Extraordinary Hacks
https://www.amazon.com/Fancy-Bear-Goes-Phishing-Extraordinary/dp/0374601178
July 31st Extreme Privacy: What it Takes to Disappear
How did we do this Quarter? Let's talk about it. The BGH Town Hall is your time to provide feedback on what workshops, programming, and events you'd like to see from BGH Foundation. There will be door prizes and a special Women's History Month Interactive discussion.
Impact/Wins
What went well?
What needs work?
What programming/workshops/content would you like to see in 2024?
Who should we partner with?
Would you like in person meetups? Like at conferences we attend for example?
Event Name: BGH Presents: HackerFrogs - Linux OS Operations (Beginner Level)
Start: April 29, 2024
End: May 27 2024
Schedule: 5 sessions
Location: see event description
Description: For beginners to cybersecurity, learning how to operate inside the Linux OS command-line terminal is an important foundational skill. Join theshyhat (aka Kevin) on their livestream channel and take part in hand-on, interactive workshops which teach Linux skills with the beginner in mind. This event runs on Mondays at 4:00 PM (PST), 7:00 PM (EST) at the following links: Twitch - https://twitch.tv/theshyhat/ YouTube Live - https://youtube.com/channel/UCNqIidYyWi9Zbr48VV1Xr_g/live
Held in Teams bgh.mobi/teams
Registration is not required, drop in if you need assistance studying for the ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity exam
Hi everyone. Now we have a dedicated channel for TryHackMe training
For anyone new here, we host a training session every Sunday from 6:00 PM EST to 7:30 PM EST on Google Meet to cover the TryhackMe junior penetration testing path.
Let me know if anyone has any questions.
Join us May 6 – 9 at RSAC 2024, the ultimate cybersecurity destination. Immerse yourself in expert-led sessions, connect with industry leaders, and discover the latest trends and best practices. Elevate your cybersecurity game and be a part of shaping the industry's future. Don't miss this opportunity to advance your skills and network with the best in the field. Learn more and register!
We are starting a 6 month INE cohort. You will have 6 months to complete the training and certification and if you do you will be eligible for a second INE certification at 50% off. The training and first INE certification are $100-200 with $50 refundable upon successful completion of the training. The Training includes virtual INE training and exam voucher. Your options are
1) eJPT $100
2) eCIR $200
3)eCPPT (You must have eJPT) $200
4)eCTHP $200
5)eMAPT $200
6)eWPT $200
Rules of engagement: In order for you to take an exam there has to be at least 3 other people who are taking it with you. These will be your Pod. You must successfully complete the training and the exam in order to have your deposit refunded. You will have to complete an entry and an exit survey for impact after you have completed the training. Most of the training can be completed in less than a month but you have 6 months to schedule and complete your exam. There are no residency requirements for this scholarship program. You will not get the exam voucher until you have completed the training. Once you have completed an exam and passed you can take whatever other exam we have vouchers for in INE within a 6 month period for 50% off. Training and voucher are normally $350-600 depending on the exam.
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World Domination Planning with Tennisha Martin
Join us for an online event series where you'll learn the secrets of world domination from the incredible Tennisha Martin! Get ready to take over the world with her expert guidance and innovative strategies. This is your chance to gain insights into the art of conquering the world and leaving a legacy worth mentioning. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to unlock your inner genius and become a true mastermind!
Week 1: Develop a Plan
Topics include: What is world domination, what does it look like and how do I start planning for it?
Week 2: Find your Squad
Topics include: How do I go about building a network of peers and dare-say friends to help you on your path to world domination.
Week 3: Define your Brand
Topics include: How do I establish myself in the technology and cyber space? Topics include resume updates, linkedin refresh, developing a portfoloio and elevator pitches.
Week 4: Build and Identify Your Network
Topics include: How do I find mentors, sponsors and allies?
Week 5: Prioritizing your Plan
Topics include:How do I make time to prioritize my plan for world domination and why is my "future me" depending on it.
Week 6: Give and Reach Back
Topics include: How do I get experience when I don't have experience. Ways to give and reach back to those coming behind you.
Week 7: Define your Legacy
Topics include: How do you want to be remembered? What do you want people to say about you when you're gone?
Tennisha Martin is the founder and Executive Director of BlackGirlsHack (BGH Foundation), a national cyber nonprofit organization dedicated to providing education and resources to underserved communities and increasing the diversity in cyber. BlackGirlsHack provides its members with resources, mentorship, direction, and training required to enter and excel in the cyber field. Tennisha has a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and Master’s degrees in IT, Healthcare Policy and Management, Cyber Security, Digital Forensics, and Business Administration. She has worked in a consulting capacity for over 15 years in penetration testing, project management, risk management, audit, information assurance, quality assurance, software development, and testing roles. Tennisha is a professor of computer science and cyber at an HBCU, co-author of “Securing Our Future: Embracing the Resilience and Brilliance of Black Women in Cyber,” mentor, speaker, and an advocate for diversity in cyber and the executive suites
$250, $50 refundable upon program completion
Registration Ends May 31st
The Blue Team Training Program (BTTP) is a comprehensive initiative aimed at equipping cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to excel in defensive operations. This program focuses on empowering participants to proactively detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats, ultimately enhancing overall cyber resilience.
Goals:
Enhance technical and analytical skills in various topics (ie “Security through DNS – Shifting all the way left”)
Provide a hands-on learning experience through realistic cyber-attack simulations. Creating additional qualified members from diverse populations trained in an inclusive environment.
Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among participants.
Outcomes: Upon completion, participants will:
Become expert blue team members with advanced threat detection and incident analysis skills.
Strengthen their incident response capabilities, resulting in reduced response times.
Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within their organizations.
Registration closes May 31th 2024 and live instructor sessions (optional) are Thursday 9-10 EST
We have a max of 25 participants for this Study Group. We're partnering with Destination Certification for Cohort 2 of the CISSP Study Group. CISSP Self Paced Study Group features Destination Certification MasterClass https://destcert.com/cissp/. Destination Certification has an impressive 93.6% first time pass rate. Training can be taken in as little as a week or over the course of a longer period of time. Class is normally 1500 but is available at a discounted rate based on our partnership.
Registration Process involves
1) You must be a member in teams (bgh.mobi/teams)
2) Sign up for CISSP Self Paced Study Group in Teams Google Form
3) Complete entry survey and obtain registration code
4) Come back to this website blackgirlshack.org/events with registration code
5) Register with code AND complete payment of $250 within 15 minutes
6) Complete Entry Survey
7) Complete Google Form and Include your Mailing Address so that your Destination Certification materials can be sent to you
Welcome to Black Hat USA 2024, a BlackGirlsHack Sponsorship Partner
Now in its 27th year, Black Hat USA returns to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas with a 6-day program. The event will open with four days of specialized cybersecurity Trainings (August 3-8), with courses for all skill levels. The two-day main conference (August 7-8) will feature more than 100 selected Briefings, dozens of open-source tool demos in Arsenal, a robust Business Hall, networking and social events, and much more.
https://www.blackhat.com/us-24/
SquadCon is a two-day conference that seeks to bring gender diverse perspectives of the contributions, experiences, and issues facing the industry's other. Hackers that are new or from underrepresented communities may not often feel comfortable in existing conferences. SquadCon is a forum for conversations about topics that impact girls, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals, including mental health and all the factors that shape the experiences of marginalized groups in the industry. SquadCon is a cybersecurity conference that will include talks, labs, workshops, discussions, CTFs and panels to move towards our mission of improving diversity in ethical hacking.
SquadCon is an independent conference event in Las Vegas during Hacker Summer Camp scheduled for August 7-8th with a kick off event August 6th. It is run by the makers of Girls Hack Village (BlackGirlsHack and BGH Foundation) and exists to help foster diversity and inclusion in cybersecurity.
Pre-Sale tickets are on sale now!
BGH Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit to help black girls and women break through barriers to careers in information security and cyber security. EIN 85-3683902 10908 Courthouse Road Suite 102-286 Fredericksburg, VA 22408 email: info@blackgirlshack.org
Headquartered in Fredericksburg, VA
