A strong talent pool is a business imperative, creating a competitive advantage by reducing hiring time and costs, improving hire quality, and increasing agility. The financial sector needs a wide variety of different backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to stay ahead of nimble and innovative cyber criminals as the financial system evolves.
Scholarship Details
- Financial Award of $10,000
- Academic year mentorship from a financial services firm
- Recipients will have the opportunity to attend one of our Cybersecurity conferences
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary educational program majoring in cybersecurity, information security, or a related field
- Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Interested in pursuing a career within the financial-services industry
- Authorized to work in the region of the scholarship award without Visa sponsorship now or in the future (Asia-Pacific, EMEA, Americas)
Application Process
- Submit an application, agreeing to provide transcript and enrollment documentation in good standing.
- Provide institution or accredited program Financial Dept contact information, as the scholarship is paid directly to the school.
- Agree to represent the scholarship program if asked by FS-ISAC.
- Present a post-scholarship overview or evaluation of your experience.
Launched in 2016, the FS-ISAC Scholarship Program is 100 percent funded through the generosity of our members. Sponsor firms provide the funds for the financial awards, actively participate in the mentor-mentee program, and provide a path for potential intern and employment opportunities to students pursuing cybersecurity careers in financial services.
