WiBD Insights - Edition 16

WiBD - Zbyte Hackathon Updates:?

The hackathon, is sponsored by zbyte and conducted on there platform , commenced on the 18th of October and is all set to come to an end on the 20th of December, 2023.Throughout the span of 2 months the students got to explore various domains and learn about many tools which helped broaden their knowledge on topics like Data analysis ,Big data, Blockchain, Web3 application development and many more emerging technologies. It has also helped students develop interpersonal skills like leadership skills, presentation skills problem solving skills and overall personality development as well.?

Zbyte's sponsorship and platform support underline the commitment to nurturing talent and pushing the boundaries of technological advancement. The challenges provided to the teams participating in the hackathon have helped them showcase their skills and creativity to come up with innovative solutions and develop some amazing projects during this span.??

As the end date approaches, students are likely in the final stages of their projects giving the finishing touches and getting ready to present the solutions they have developed. As we come to the end of the journey the participants look forward to sharing their achievements with their peers, mentors and judges.

WiBD Global Mentoring Program:?

Mentoring programs have been a fundamental part of the WiBD Community as we believe it is a crucial element for the success of women at all career stages by serving as both mentee and a mentor.?

Women in Big Data is now accepting applications for the February to May 2024 session of our very popular "Getting From Here To There" mentoring program. This program is designed for women with 10+ years of technology experience, who manage technology teams/projects, and seek senior technical management positions (e.g. managing multiple teams, managing managers, and beyond). A facilitated peer mentoring format is used, where participants learn from each other under the direction of two experienced facilitators. Participants will learn techniques for creating and executing a “skills based” action plan for career advancement by working individually, in accountability pairs, in small groups, and with the entire cohort.?

?A full program description and an application link can be found on our website https://lnkd.in/gDdmsHPS?

*The mentoring programs are accessible exclusively for WiBD members.?

WiBD Hackathon Program:?

Women in Big Data is proud to launch our Global Hackathon program under the leadership of Rupa Gangatirkar.?

Women in Big Data (WiBD) Global Hackathon program collaborates with companies, academic institutions, and subject matter experts to solve data-related challenges through active participation in real world projects/hackathons.?

In support of WiBD’s mission of building the workforce of tomorrow in the field of Big Data, AI, ML and Data Science, WiBD is committed to offering? programs to its members to connect, cultivate, learn and grow the in-demand skills of data science and AI. Our objective is to unite data enthusiasts, fostering collaboration in tackling data-related challenges and generating valuable insights and solutions through data-driven approaches, all while equipping participants with tools to learn and enhance both technical and soft skills.?

A full program description and an application link can be found on our website?

https://www.womeninbigdata.org/women-in-big-data-global-hackathon-initiative/?

Role of Data Analytics in the Cyber Security Landscape by Preksha Joshi

Cyber security is one of the most advancing field in today’s era and with the data growing faster than ever the security of data has become a major concern and the power of big data security analytics is gaining importance over the years.?

Big data analytics can have a significant impact on the security measures which can be taken by organisations and businesses. By the use of analysis performed on vast data, company detect patterns and trends to detect potential cyber threats and to protect against security breaches.?

The various types of big data analytics help detect early signs of a cyberattack and provides valuable insights on the current security measures and help you to identify areas of improvements and also help in responding to security incidents promptly.???

1. Predictive analysis can help us in forecast the various outcomes based on different scenarios. It can help in risk assessment, threat detection and incident response planning.?

1. Prescriptive analysis on the basis of the assessment performed on our data it can help us in providing various ways in which we can help prevent cyber threats.?

1. Diagnostic analysis can help in understanding the cause of the cyberattacks and help provide certain mitigations for the same.??Some tools which can contribute to a robust big data security analysis framework, by helping in identifying and responding to cyber threats proactively are:?

1. Splunk:?SIEM software with log collection, anomaly detection, machine learning, user behaviour analytics, risk scores, custom dashboards, and more.?

1. LogRhythm: it is a cybersecurity platform that specializes in providing solutions for Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), User and Entity Behaviour Analytics (UEBA), and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR).?

1. IBM QRadar: A SIEM solution developed by IBM. It's designed to help organizations collect, analyse, and respond to security events and incidents.?

1. Sumo Logic: A cloud-based log management and analytics platform that helps organizations collect, analyse, and derive insights from their log and machine data and also help in compliance management as well.?

1. SonicWall Analytics: SonicWall Analytics transforms firewall traffic data into actionable insights across users, applications and networks to help mitigate security risks with greater precision and speed - all through a single interface. Built using high-performance architecture, the analytic engine enriches a massive amount of raw data across thousands of firewall nodes at scale to give stakeholders complete visibility and security transparency via an executive dashboard.In conclusion, the role of data analytics in the cybersecurity landscape is paramount: in addressing the evolving challenges posed by cyber threats. The exponential growth of data requires advanced analytics tools and techniques to detect, prevent, and respond to potential security breaches. The integration of big data security analytics contributes significantly to enhancing the overall security measures of organizations.?As the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, the synergy between advanced data analytics and proactive security measures becomes increasingly vital. The collective power of big data analytics and cybersecurity tools serves as a critical defence mechanism in the complex and dynamic realm of cybersecurity.?

Women more willing to upskill in new tech than men, suggests study:

A majority of female professionals in India are actively seeking opportunities to upskill in technology, according to a study by Emeritus Executive Education. The study found that 87% of female professionals surveyed were seeking upskilling opportunities in technology-based programmes, with women at the C-suite level willing to spend more than their male counterparts on further education.?

To read more:?

https://cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/corporate-news/women-more-willing-to-upskill-in-new-tech-than-men-suggests-study/105742859?utm_source=Mailer&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=etcio_news_2023-12-05&dt=2023-12-05&em=c293bXlhLm1vbmlAaW5jdHVyZS5jb20=

4th cohort of Divershefy's Global Leadership Certification Program (GLCP):?

We are excited to announce the Mentors for the 4th cohort of Divershefy's Global Leadership Certification Program (GLCP) in collaboration with Hyderabad Software Enterprises Association.?

To read more:?

https://www.dhirubhai.net/posts/divershefy-club_globalleadershipcertificationprogram-hysea-activity-7137687485437939713-hcNd?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android?

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