Building a more inclusive information security community through conferences, mentorship, and hands-on training.

What We Do

Conference

WHackzCon

Our annual conference brings together practitioners, researchers, and newcomers for two days of technical talks, workshops, and community building. Six events strong and growing every year.

Mentorship

Mentorship Program

Pair with experienced security professionals in a structured six-month program. Three tracks available - AppSec, Incident Response, and Security Leadership - with real-world project work.

Training

Workshop Series

Monthly hands-on workshops covering everything from CTF basics to advanced penetration testing. Designed to be welcoming for beginners while challenging for experienced practitioners.

Speaking

Speaker Development

From abstract writing to stage presence, our speaker development track helps community members prepare for their first conference talk - or refine their twentieth.

By the Numbers

2,400+ Community Members
6 Conferences Held
89% Mentorship Completion Rate
23% First-Time Speakers

Latest

Community

Join Our Community

Mentorship applications for Cohort 8 are open. Find your track, connect with a mentor, and start building your security career with support from people who have been there.

Resources

Career Resources

Updated scholarship listings, certification study groups, and career transition guides. Whether you are pivoting from IT or starting fresh, we have resources for you.

Conference

WHackzCon 2020 Recap

Our first virtual conference brought together 1,200 attendees from 34 countries. Read the full recap including keynote highlights, top sessions, and community impact.