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Cyber Advance for Women in MENA program 2025

  • Writer: Omran Aburayya
    Omran Aburayya
  • 5 days ago
  • 2 min read

If you're a woman in Egypt or Jordan with a STEM background and a passion for cybersecurity, the Cyber Advance for Women in MENA program offers a transformative opportunity to launch your career in this vital field. Applications are now open for the 2025 cohort of this fully funded, 20-week virtual program, designed to equip participants with the technical skills, professional development, and job placement support needed to thrive in the cybersecurity industry.

📝 Cyber Advance Program Summary

  • Location: Virtual (open to residents of Egypt and Jordan)

  • Host Institution: Implemented by Correlation One, funded by the U.S. Department of State

  • Level: Professional training (non-degree)

  • Target Group: Unemployed or underemployed women with STEM backgrounds

  • Fields of Study: Cybersecurity

  • Award Value and Coverage: Full tuition coverage, CompTIA certification support, career coaching, and job placement services

  • Duration: 20 weeks

  • Application Deadline: June 3, 2025

  • Start Date: June 14, 2025

  • Eligible To: Women up to 40 years old, citizens and residents of Egypt or Jordan, holding at least a bachelor's degree in a STEM field

🎓 Program Overview

The Cyber Advance for Women in MENA program is a comprehensive, 20-week virtual training initiative aimed at empowering women with STEM backgrounds to enter the cybersecurity workforce. The program combines technical instruction with professional development and job placement support, ensuring participants are well-prepared for roles such as Security Analyst, IT Auditor, Vulnerability Assessment Analyst, and Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst.


🧩 Curriculum Highlights:

  • Cyber Threat Landscape: Understanding various cyber threats facing individuals and organizations.

  • Identity and Access Management: Managing identities and access controls effectively.

  • Cybersecurity Infrastructure: Gaining knowledge of the technical foundations of cybersecurity systems.

  • Red vs. Blue Team Exercises: Exploring offensive and defensive cybersecurity strategies.

  • Vulnerability Assessment and Incident Response: Developing skills to identify vulnerabilities and respond to cyber incidents effectively.


Participants will also receive support to achieve CompTIA certification, a globally recognized credential that enhances employability in the cybersecurity field.

🎁 Program Benefits

  • Full Tuition Coverage: The program is fully funded by the U.S. Department of State, ensuring no cost to participants.

  • Certification Support: Assistance in obtaining CompTIA certification.

  • Career Coaching: Personalized guidance to refine job-search strategies, enhance resumes, and prepare for interviews.

  • Job Placement Services: Connections to leading American and regional employers for job opportunities post-program.

  • Networking Opportunities: Access to a vibrant community of women leaders in cybersecurity.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

  • Be women up to 40 years old.

  • Be citizens and residents of Egypt or Jordan.

  • Be unemployed or underemployed.

  • Hold at least a bachelor's degree in a STEM field.

  • Demonstrate proficiency in English, as the program is conducted in English.

📝 Application Procedure and Documents Required

Application Steps:

  1. Online Application: Complete the application form on the official website.

  2. Cybersecurity Aptitude Assessment: Participate in an assessment to evaluate your aptitude for cybersecurity.

  3. Recorded Interview: Submit a recorded interview to express your aspirations and ensure comfort with English-language content.


📂 Required Documents:

  • Completed application form.

  • Bachelor's degree certificate in a STEM field.

  • Proof of residency in Egypt or Jordan.

  • Updated resume or CV.


🗓️ Important Dates:

  • Application Deadline: June 3, 2025

  • Program Start Date: June 14, 2025


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