15 Filipina specialists complete US digital forensics course, bridging gender gap in cybersecurity

Fifteen Filipina specialists have completed the Advanced Digital Forensics course offered by the US-based National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C), marking a significant step in addressing the gender gap in cybersecurity.

The women, who are from the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC), Philippine National Police (PNP), and Office of Civil Defense (OCD), represent the first batch of Filipina graduates for this specialized training typically dominated by men.

CICC Executive Director Alexander Ramos highlighted that providing such training to women aims to challenge societal norms and stereotypes, ensuring equal access to cybersecurity education.

The program covered essential areas including forensic data acquisition, malware analysis, and advanced investigative techniques, equipping the graduates with cutting-edge skills for cybercrime investigations.

Ramos emphasized the importance of having highly trained professionals in cybersecurity as digital threats continue to evolve, regardless of gender.