While the underrepresentation of women in cybersecurity is starting to improve – 20% in 2019 compared to 10% in 2013, that trend isn’t translating in the higher echelons of cybersecurity power. An Altrata report estimates that only 16% of CISOs are women.
FutureCISO spoke to Rupal Hollenbeck, president of Check Point Software Technologies, on the long road for women in cybersecurity.
1. What is your view of women representation in the cybersecurity space?
2. Estimates put women professionals in cybersecurity at 24%. What is driving this inequality in representation in the cybersecurity space?
3. What needs to happen to encourage greater participation of women in the cybersecurity space?
4. For women aspiring to enter the security space, what characteristics must they hone, qualifications do they need to build?
5. What personal risks should those interested in pursuing a CISO career keep in mind?
6. Any advice for those interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity?