Microsoft Expands Upskilling Initiatives for Women in Cybersecurity

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Written By AccessCyber Staff

In addition to expanding the skilling program to more countries, Microsoft is also focusing on helping historically underrepresented populations enter the cybersecurity workforce. Specifically, the opportunity for women to work in cybersecurity is huge. Today, women make up only 25% of the global cybersecurity workforce so it’s more important than ever to encourage and empower women to pursue these careers.

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