Adelaide student secures ESET Cybersecurity Scholarship at University

TLDR:

• Lucy Fidock, a student at the University of Adelaide, wins the 2024 ESET Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship.
• The scholarship aims to support women pursuing STEM fields and address the shortage of cybersecurity professionals in Australia.

The University of Adelaide student, Lucy Fidock, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 ESET Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship. The scholarship, part of ESET’s global initiative to support women in STEM fields, aims to address the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals in Australia. Minister for Home Affairs and Cyber Security, Clare O’Neil, highlights the importance of investing in cybersecurity talent to achieve the goal of making Australia the most cyber-secure country by 2030. Lucy Fidock’s passion for cybersecurity was sparked during a high school work experience program, leading her to pursue a Bachelor of Computer Science and participate in intensive training programs and competitions. Her dedication to cybersecurity research and future plans to work part-time while pursuing a Master’s degree in cybersecurity demonstrate her commitment to contributing to national security. The ESET Women in Cyber Security Scholarship, launched in 2016, aims to support and encourage women in the field of information security. Lucy Fidock’s achievement and dedication showcase the importance of fostering diversity and talent in the cybersecurity industry.