Women's Society of Cyberjutsu

What Women's Society of Cyberjutsu does

Women's Society of Cyberjutsu (WSC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2012 in Northern Virginia by former Air Force veteran Lisa Jiggetts, with a stated mission to advance women in cybersecurity and address the gender gap in the information security workforce (women hold 20% of info security jobs and 25% of computer occupations in the US). The organization operates a membership-based ecosystem anchored by the Cyberjutsu Training Academy (Offensive Security, Defensive Security, AWS Cloud Academy, and SANS Upskilling tracks), the Cyberjutsu Girls Academy for middle and high school girls, the Small Tribes peer-to-peer mentorship program, study groups for CISSP/CEH/Security+/Network+/Linux+/OSCP certifications, and competition team formation (15 women-only and 12 girls-only teams to date). Its signature events are CyberjutsuCon (an annual hybrid conference in Arlington VA featuring hands-on training, CTF competitions, and the Sneaker Ball Awards ceremony), Cyberjutsu Unplugged regional mini-conferences, and the Wicked 6 Cyber Games cybersecurity/esports competition. The technology stack is a community platform built on YourMembership.com for member management, event ticketing, and the career center, with a Shopify storefront for merchandise, exam vouchers, and course sales; Google Analytics and social-login integrations with Facebook and LinkedIn round out the operational layer.

WSC serves 3,500+ members globally across four membership tiers (Professional, Military, Student, CGA) plus 10 US regional chapters (Atlanta, DMV, Jacksonville, East Carolina, SoCal, Las Vegas, Dallas, San Antonio, New York, Omaha). Revenue is generated through seven streams: annual membership dues, four-tiered corporate sponsorships (Blue Belt $10,000, Purple Belt $15,000, Brown Belt $35,000, Black Belt $45,000), event ticket and partnership sales, CompTIA certification exam voucher resale at up to 50% off, paid training courses (Hacking 101 $600, Mastering LLM Integration Security $1,500, Small Tribes SkillSync $125), individual donations and sustainer contributions, and merchandise sales. Distribution combines a self-serve online membership portal, a Shopify e-commerce storefront, regional chapter-led programming, and direct field sales for Cyberjutsu Training Academy. Strategic alliances with SANS CyberTalent Immersion Academy, CompTIA, ISSA International, Carnegie Mellon Heinz College, Splunk ($100M nonprofit skills pledge), Palo Alto Networks, akylade, Nevada Cybersecurity Workforce Alliance, MAD20 ($50K in training licenses donated), Cover6 Solutions (Gold Sponsor for CyberjutsuCon 2026 and a decade-plus regional partner), and Infosec Institute anchor the training and certification offering. The organization is led by CEO Mari Galloway, Board President Marcelle Lee (appointed January 2026), COO Roxey Davis (appointed December 2024), with a 2025-2027 board expanded by Andreae Pohlman, Jess Vachon, Nandita Berry, and Vanessa Hopkins.

Name

Women's Society of Cyberjutsu

Legal name

Women's Society of Cyberjutsu

Website

https://womenscyberjutsu.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Women's Society of Cyberjutsu is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded in 2012 in Northern Virginia, that advances women in cybersecurity through training, mentorship, competitions, and 10 US chapters, serving 3,500+ members via memberships, corporate sponsorships, signature events, and training courses.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cybersecurity Training and Workforce Development

NAICS

Computer Training (61142), Business Schools and Computer and Management Training (6114)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Cybersecurity (General) (EDAOAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cybersecurity (EDAAAPAC), Information Technology (IT) & Cybersecurity Certifications (EDAAANAA), Digital Safety, Privacy & Cyber Hygiene (EDAAAIAD), Cybersecurity Training & Awareness Programs (BPAEANAF)

Keywords

• Cybersecurity training programs
• Women in cyber community
• Cybersecurity mentorship
• CTF competitions
• Cybersecurity certifications

Headquarters

HQ city

Arlington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees billed to individuals joining the organization. Membership categories include Professional Member, Military Member, Student Member, and CGA Member. Membership provides access to content, programs, networking, and member-exclusive resources.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Annual sustaining sponsorships at multiple tiers (Blue Belt $10,000, Purple Belt $15,000, Brown Belt $35,000, Black Belt $45,000) plus event sponsorships and venue sponsorships. Provides brand visibility and access to cybersecurity talent pipeline.
3. Event Tickets and Partnerships: Revenue from conference passes, awards ceremony tickets, and event-specific sponsorships including exhibitor booths and various award sponsorship levels.
4. Exam Vouchers: Sale of discounted IT and cybersecurity certification exam vouchers (CompTIA A+, Security+, Cloud+, CySA+, and others) at reduced member pricing with retake assurance options.
5. Training Courses: Revenue from cybersecurity training courses including Hacking 101 ($600), Mastering LLM Integration Security ($1,500), and Ready Steady Hack. Also includes enrollment fees for specialized programs like Small Tribes SkillSync ($125).
6. Donations: Individual donations and monthly sustainer contributions to support the organization's mission of empowering women in cybersecurity careers.
7. Merchandise Sales: Online store selling apparel and merchandise including sponsorship packages with Blue Belt Sponsorship available for $10,000.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Women's Society of Cyberjutsu is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers cybersecurity career development for women through an annual membership program, hands-on technical training (Cyberjutsu Training Academy), a STEM academy for middle and high school girls (Cyberjutsu Girls Academy), peer mentorship cohorts (Small Tribes), annual signature events (CyberjutsuCon conference, Cyberjutsu Awards, Cyberjutsu Unplugged), CTF-style competitions (Wicked 6 Cyber Games), study groups for industry certifications, a member-exclusive career center, and discounted certification exam vouchers.

Product overview

Women's Society of Cyberjutsu is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization offering a comprehensive ecosystem of cybersecurity career development programs and resources. The core offerings include the Cyberjutsu Training Academy (hands-on technical training with Offensive Security, Defensive Security, and AWS Cloud Academy tracks), the Cyberjutsu Girls Academy (STEM workshops for middle and high school girls), and membership providing access to study groups, competition teams, and the career center. Signature events include CyberjutsuCon (annual two-day conference with CTF competitions), Cyberjutsu Awards (annual Sneaker Ball ceremony), and Cyberjutsu Unplugged (regional mini-conferences). The Small Tribes program offers peer-to-peer mentoring through small groups, while WSC Chapters provides local networking across 10+ US cities. The organization also operates an online store for exam vouchers, event tickets, and sponsorship packages, and partners with CompTIA, SANS, Carnegie Mellon, and Cover6 to provide discounted training and educational pathways.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cyberjutsu Training Academy (CTA): Hands-on technical cybersecurity training programs including Offensive Security, Defensive Security, AWS Cloud Academy, and SANS Upskilling tracks.
• Cyberjutsu Girls Academy (CGA)
• CyberjutsuCon
• Cyberjutsu Awards
• Cyberjutsu Small Tribes
• Cyberjutsu Unplugged
• Wicked6 Cyber Games

Products and services

• WSC Membership Annual membership program offering access to educational tools, study groups, workshops, networking opportunities, discounts on training and certifications, volunteer leadership roles, and exclusive member resources including job opportunities and private forums.
• Cyberjutsu Training Academy (CTA) Hands-on technical training program offering multiple tracks including Offensive Security, Defensive Security, AWS Cloud Academy, and SANS Upskilling partnerships, with workshops and classes aligned with the National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework for all skill levels.
• Cyberjutsu Girls Academy (CGA) STEM-focused hands-on learning academy for middle school and high school-aged girls, offering workshops in web design, mobile application development, computer fundamentals, and programming to build interest in cybersecurity careers.
• CyberjutsuCon Annual two-day premier conference connecting cybersecurity professionals from government, private sector, and academia, featuring hands-on technical training, expert panels, Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, networking opportunities, and specialized villages.
• Cyberjutsu Awards Annual awards ceremony and Sneaker Ball celebrating accomplishments of women in cybersecurity, with blind judging by industry professionals and nominations accepted from both members and non-members.
• Cyberjutsu Unplugged Regional mini-conference series bringing local communities together for hands-on training, expert talks, CTF competitions, and networking, currently hosted in Las Vegas and Dallas.
• Cyberjutsu Small Tribes Peer-to-peer mentoring program through small groups providing career advancement insights and core skills development; tribes of fewer than 10 members meet weekly for 12 weeks on topics such as brand development, negotiation, and workplace influence.
• Small Tribes SkillSync: Mastering Core and Hard Skills for Modern Leaders Leadership development program for women in cybersecurity with at least 5 years of experience, comprising 8 two-hour interactive live sessions from July 9 to October 15, 2026, a capstone project, and a 1:1 coaching session; $125 enrollment fee.
• WSC Career Center Job board and career resources platform offering job search capabilities, resume tips, interview preparation, and job opportunities exclusively for WSC members.
• WSC Chapters Local chapter network spanning multiple U.S. cities including Atlanta, DMV, Jacksonville, East Carolina, SoCal, Las Vegas, Dallas, San Antonio, New York, and Omaha, offering networking, mentoring, training, outreach, and engagement opportunities with national recognition and 501(c)(3) eligibility benefits.
• Wicked 6 Cyber Games Cybersecurity competition platform combining cybersecurity with esports for a cause, featuring CTF competitions, qualification rounds, and championship events.
• CompTIA Certification Exam Vouchers Discounted IT and cybersecurity certification exam vouchers for CompTIA A+, Security+, Cloud Essentials+, Cloud+, and CySA+, available at member pricing with retake assurance options.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,500+ members served globally
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cover6 Solutions, LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 May 2026Gold Sponsor for CyberjutsuCon and Awards 2026. Provides hands-on training workshops on building and modernizing home cyber labs. Relaunching Cover6 Academy Affiliate Program with WSC as a founding partner. Offers Chrysalus platform with verified digital profiles and community badges for WSC members. Partnership spanning over a decade with local DC metro events.
• Infosec InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 December 2021Partnership to close cyber diversity and skills gap through training resources and programs supporting women and underrepresented groups in cybersecurity.
• Carnegie Mellon University Heinz CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership providing qualified GHC scholarship recipients with $6,000 per semester scholarship for full-time students or 30% tuition reduction for part-time MSIT students. Eligible students receive scholarship at time of admission with no separate application required.
• SANS InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on SANS CyberTalent Immersion Academy for women graduates, career changers, and transitioning service members. Provides tuition-free scholarship-based cybersecurity training and certification courses with technical mentoring and employment connection assistance.
• CompTIAcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerProvides discounted certification exam vouchers to WSC members and supporters at up to 50% off standard pricing. Vouchers available for A+, Security+, Cloud Essentials+, Cloud+, CySA+, and Security+ certifications.
• ISSA InternationalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPodcast series opportunities and professional development resources for WSC members through Information Systems Security Association's network of 130 independent member chapters.
• ITSP MagazineminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWSC members receive discounts on ITSPmagazine sponsorships, supporting their mission to raise awareness for cybersecurity and privacy in an inclusive, diverse, and meaningful way.
• Recorded FutureminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor providing support for WSC programs and events, appearing on sponsor listings.
• GoogleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor providing support for WSC programs and events, appearing on sponsor listings.
• MAD20coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCybersecurity training provider donating $50,000 worth of training licenses. Contributing to MAD20's $500,000 ATT&CK The Gap Campaign to narrow gender, ethnic, and socioeconomic gaps through upskilling, reskilling, and assessment. MITRE Engenuity-designed curriculum on MITRE ATT&CK.
• SplunkminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPart of Splunk's $100 million pledge to support nonprofit organizations providing skills training to underrepresented communities in technology. WSC provides Splunk training to help prepare members for data-driven economy careers.
• Nevada Cybersecurity Workforce Alliance (NVCWA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCTA and Alliance Expansion Program providing hybrid practical cybersecurity skills training for women and minorities in the Las Vegas region seeking to launch or elevate careers in cyber.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• SANS Institute: SANS is the dominant global provider of cybersecurity training and certifications. WSC partners with SANS through the CyberTalent Immersion Academy, making SANS both a content supplier and a benchmark for what WSC's training academy content competes against.
• ISACA: ISACA is a global professional association for IT governance, cybersecurity, and risk. It offers certifications (CISM, CISA), training, and chapters — overlapping with WSC's professional development and certification support model, though serving a broader audience.
• (ISC)²: (ISC)² administers the CISSP and other flagship cybersecurity certifications, hosts the global security community, and runs inclusion programs. WSC's certification prep focus for CISSP/CEH and its professional community overlap with (ISC)²'s credentialing and member services.
• ISSA International: ISSA is a professional association for information security practitioners with 130+ chapters. It is already a WSC partner providing podcast/content opportunities, and operates as a peer professional community serving overlapping career-development missions.

Direct peers

• Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS): WiCyS is the most directly comparable nonprofit advancing women in cybersecurity, offering conferences, training, student chapters, and a global community. It overlaps WSC's mission, programs, and sponsor base, and is the closest competitor for corporate DEI partnerships.
• Infosec Institute: Infosec Institute provides cybersecurity bootcamps, certification prep, and skills training. It is an existing WSC partner (announced 2021) for diversity-focused training resources and competes in the same hands-on technical training category as the Cyberjutsu Training Academy.
• BlackGirlsHack: BlackGirlsHack is a nonprofit focused on increasing representation of Black women in cybersecurity through training, competitions, and community — directly comparable to WSC's mission, format, and corporate sponsorship model.
• Cybrary: Cybrary is an online cybersecurity training platform with hands-on labs, certification prep, and career paths. It competes directly with WSC's Cyberjutsu Training Academy in the entry-to-intermediate practitioner training market, with broader reach but less community-driven delivery.

Others

• AnitaB.org: AnitaB.org (formerly Anita Borg Institute) advances women in technology through networking, career programs, and the Grace Hopper Celebration. It is thematically aligned with WSC's mission but operates at a broader tech-inclusion level rather than cybersecurity specialization.

Emerging players

• Girls Who Code: Girls Who Code runs programs for middle and high school girls in computing, including cybersecurity-adjacent content. It overlaps WSC's Cyberjutsu Girls Academy in target audience and STEM-for-girls mission, though with a broader computer science focus rather than cybersecurity specialization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubevimeo.com/womenscyberjutsu
• Facebookfacebook.com/WomensCyberjutsu
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/women's-society-of-cyberjutsu
• Instagraminstagram.com/womencyberjutsu

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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