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In partnership with Royal Bank of Scotland and Fortinet, we are delighted to announced the return of our See It, Be It – Women and Girls in Cyber Conference 2026, taking place on 2 October 2026 at Gogarburn, Edinburgh.

The free event will bring together female high school pupils, university and college students, educators, cyber professionals and tech industry leaders for a day of inspiring panel discussions with diverse role models from across the sector, hands-on activities that show the reality of cyber roles and small-group mentoring sessions. 

Draft Agenda

TimeActivityFurther Information
10:00Doors open at Gogarburn, EdinburghCareers Hub open, refreshments available
10:50All guests seated
Welcome and orientation
Guest speaker
11:00Panel 1 – There Isn’t One Route Into CyberThere is no single route into cyber security, and this panel proves it. Hear from a range of panellists who entered the industry through different paths. Whether you choose university, college, an apprenticeship or discover cyber later in your career, every journey is different. Our speakers will share the choices they made, the challenges they faced and the opportunities that helped shape their careers. If you’re wondering where to start or whether cyber security is right for you, this session will show you that there isn’t one ‘correct’ path. Just lots of exciting possibilities.
11:30Panel 2 – What Do Employers Look For?What skills do employers really value? Is it technical knowledge, qualifications or something else entirely? This panel brings together university leaders, employers and cyber professionals to discuss how anyone thinking of entering the sector can prepare for a career in cyber security. From building knowledge to developing communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills, you’ll hear practical advice on what organisations are looking for. Whether you’re choosing your next subject, applying for university, or thinking of switching careers, this session will help you understand the skills employers are looking for.
MiddayLunchCareers Hub, lunch available
Midday – 14:00High School Rotation of Interactive Activities
13:00Panel 3 – Cyber Careers You Might Not ExpectWhen people think about cyber security, they often imagine technical roles and computer programming. In reality, the sector needs a wide range of skills and people from different backgrounds all contributing to one goal – keeping an organisation safe. Join women working in leadership, sales, learning and development and other non-technical roles as they share how they contribute to cyber security every day. Find out more about the breadth of careers available and why communication, creativity, business knowledge and leadership are just as important as technical expertise in the fight to keep organisations safe online.
13:30Panel 4 – Building Better Links Between Education and IndustryHow can education and industry work better together to inspire the next generation of women in cyber security? This panel will discuss what’s working, where there are gaps and how employers can help make a difference. From classroom resources and competitions to workplace engagement and role models, we’ll discuss practical ways to build stronger links between education and industry. And by how, working together, we can help more young women discover the opportunities available in cyber.
14:00Q&A Session Lessons Learned and Recommendations
14:30Event Closes

To register your space at the event please use the form below and see you there!

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02.10.26
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