Women in Cybersecurity
Scholarship

ESET is committed to advancement of women in STEM
and the field of cybersecurity.

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Deadline to apply is April 25, 2025 Deadline to apply is April 25, 2025

A$5,000In awards

Our Commitment to Women in STEM

Since 2022, ESET Australia has been all about championing women in cybersecurity. We've had the privilege of supporting incredible women chasing their cyber dreams, offering financial assistance to help turn their aspirations into reality.

But here's the thing-according to the 2024 Cybersecurity Workforce Study by (ISC)², women still make up only 14.4% of the cybersecurity workforce, while men account for 79.6%. With game-changing technologies like generative Al on the rise, we need more diverse voices shaping the future. After all, cybersecurity and Al should be ethical, secure, and built for everyone.

That's why ESET is committed to creating more opportunities for women to lead in cybersecurity and Al. Together, we can close the gap, drive innovation, and build a safer, more inclusive digital world. Who's with us?

Apply Today: Your Path to Cybersecurity & STEM

To apply for the ESET Cybersecurity Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
  • Be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited bachelor's degree program in Australia
  • Aspire to pursue a career in the cybersecurity industry

To complete your application, submit an online form that includes:

  • Your unofficial/official transcript
  • A letter of recommendation.
  • List of volunteer work or community service (optional)
  • A personal essay outlining your achievements, potential, or passion for cybersecurity.
  • The deadline to apply is April 25, 2025. The winner will be notified by June 2025.
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Insights and Inspiration

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2024 Scholarship Winners

Lean about past winners!

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Don’t be Afraid to Step into STEM

Science and technology should be made accessible to everybody, yet the scientific community frequently fails to do so.

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Honoring Women in Cybersecurity History

Hear from ESET employees and past scholarship winners of what being a woman in cybersecurity means to them.