The sky's the limit for women in tech! Let's discuss what the future holds for AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data science.

The federal cybersecurity mission is demanding, high-stakes, and evolving — but for the women leading the charge, the professional journey is often marked by unique, unspoken hurdles. While we are responsible for securing the nation’s infrastructure, we are also navigating environments where we are often the only women in the room.

We are hosting an exclusive, off-the-record roundtable dedicated to women in the Federal Civilian technology space. This is a space to step back from the technical grind and have an honest conversation about our lived experiences in this industry.

Join us to discuss:
Navigating leadership roles when your perspective is often the minority in the room.
Managing the intense demands of federal cyber security while cultivating long-term career growth.
How we can bridge the gap between "mentorship" and the active sponsorship required to help the next generation of women succeed.

This 45 minute session is about candid connection. Whether you are in a technical, operational, or executive role, your voice is essential. Come share your challenges, gain perspective from your peers, and walk away with a stronger network of allies.

Let's address the elephant in the room — menopause! It doesn't have to be scary. I'm sharing my story about how the most transformative and productive phase of my own career growth coincided with my menopause journey.  

Not sure how to get it all done? Join us to discuss strategies for managing personal and professional responsibilities in a demanding industry.

Advancing women into leadership in tech requires intentional mentorship and active sponsorship. This roundtable explores best practices for finding and becoming effective mentors, while emphasizing the critical role leaders play as sponsors who advocate, create visibility, and open doors. Participants will also discuss how to design and scale formal mentorship and sponsorship programs that drive equity, strengthen leadership pipelines, and deliver measurable impact.

As cyber threats continue to evolve, the strength of a security team depends on more than tools and technology. Teams that bring together different perspectives are often better equipped to adapt, collaborate, and solve complex problems. In this conversation, we’ll explore how mentoring, workforce development, and broader access to cybersecurity careers can help strengthen the field. We’ll also discuss how organizations can attract new talent, support women pursuing cybersecurity careers, and build a stronger, more resilient workforce for the future.

Nothing is a sure thing — except change. Even (and especially!) in your career. Let's discuss the trials and successes that come with career transitions between roles, industries, and professional pauses.

Join Kathy Carlin, VP of Special Programs, DoW, FSI at GuidePoint Security, and a boy mom, for an open and candid roundtable conversation about women in cybersecurity.

As the threat landscape continues to evolve, strong leadership and diverse perspectives matter more than ever. In this discussion, we’ll talk honestly about what it’s like to build and grow a career in a field that is still largely male-dominated, from stepping into technical roles to moving into leadership.

We’ll also touch on the real-world dynamics many women navigate every day, including balancing career ambitions with family life, pushing past barriers, finding mentors and sponsors, and building a network that truly supports you. This session is meant to be interactive and conversational, offering a chance to share experiences, practical advice, and ideas for how we continue opening doors for the next generation of women in cyber.