ESET Launches Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship in Singapore to Champion Diversity in Tech

ESET, a global leader in cybersecurity, today announced the launch of the 2025 ESET Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship in Singapore in celebration of International Women’s Day on 8 March. This initiative aims to support and empower aspiring female professionals in cybersecurity and STEM, providing them with opportunities to advance their education and careers in the industry.

The recipient will receive a SGD 5,000 financial grant and will be offered a one-day attachment at ESET’s Singapore office to gain first-hand insights into the operations of a leading cybersecurity company.

While the STEM sector continues to grow, cybersecurity remains a male-dominated field, with women representing only 26.2% of professionals in Singapore. Fostering diverse perspectives is crucial to ensuring cybersecurity remains, at an age where transformative technologies like generative AI are geared to reshape the industry.

“As cyber threats continue to evolve, diversity is essential for driving innovation. At ESET, we believe empowering women in cybersecurity is key to shaping the future of the industry. By investing in these future leaders, we are strengthening global cybersecurity and contributing to a safer digital world,” said Parvinder Walia, President of Asia Pacific and Japan at ESET.

A GLOBAL INITIATIVE EXPANDING ITS REACH

Since its launch in 2016, the ESET Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship has supported over 28 women worldwide in pursuing careers in technology. Now expanding to Singapore and India in 2025, alongside the U.S., Canada, Australia, and the U.K., the initiative continues to build a more inclusive and diverse cybersecurity workforce globally.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications for the ESET Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship in Singapore will be open from 8 March to 25 April 2025. The scholarship is open to Singaporean citizens or permanent residents enrolled in a cybersecurity or STEM program. Selection will be based on a holistic assessment of academic excellence, leadership, community involvement, and commitment to the field.

The winner will be announced in June 2025.

For more details and application guidelines, visit this page.