Women in Cybersecurity
Scholarship

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

Applications are closed. We'll be back next year.

$30KIn awards

Three awards now available in the US, with scholarships up to $10,000 for trailblazers and future leaders in cybersecurity.

New Awards!

Our Commitment to Women in STEM

Since 2016, ESET North America has supported and empowered women in pursuing careers in cybersecurity, offering financial assistance to help achieve their aspirations. We’ve encountered remarkable women who are passionate about shaping the future of this field.

According to the 2024 Cybersecurity Workforce Study conducted by (ISC)², women account for only 14.4% of the cybersecurity workforce, while men make up 79.6%. This stark imbalance underscores the critical need to bring more women into the profession, particularly as emerging technologies like generative AI continue to evolve. Diversity in AI development is essential to ensure these tools are ethical, secure, and inclusive.

ESET is committed to fostering opportunities for women to lead in cybersecurity and AI, helping to bridge this gap and build a more balanced, innovative, and equitable future.

Your Path to Cybersecurity

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

  • Be a US citizen or permanent resident.
  • Be enrolled in or accepted to an accredited college or university in the US.
  • Aspire to pursue a career in the cybersecurity industry.

Applicants will be considered for one of three awards:

  • Cybersecurity Trailblazer Award: Three $10,000 scholarships will be awarded to U.S. applicants who demonstrate exceptional technical accomplishments and a strong focus on cybersecurity, including a new award dedicated to a San Diego recipient to honor the program’s origins.

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

  • Your transcript.
  • A letter of recommendation.
  • List of volunteer work or community service.
  • A personal essay (500-700 words) outlining your achievements, potential, or passion for cybersecurity.
  • To begin the application process, applicants must create an account or log in to Reviewr.

Applications are closed. We'll be back next year.

Insights and Inspiration

press release

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.