In honour of International Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8, secondary students from Eric Hamber and King George had the exciting opportunity to visit Lululemon’s Vancouver headquarters for a Women in Cybersecurity Day on February 26, 2026. 

The group of students was made up of 12 young women who were interested in future STEAM-based careers. The events of the day provided a behind‑the‑scenes look at how cybersecurity is maintained for the global retailer and gave the group a unique opportunity to learn about possible career paths. 

Students rotated through interactive breakout sessions led by Lululemon’s cybersecurity teams. They explored roles such as Identity & Access Management (IAM), Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Security Operations and Cyber Engineering & Architecture. Through hands‑on scenarios, students analyzed cyber incidents, identified potential risks and learned how security teams protect systems, stores and customers worldwide. 

A highlight of the day included students presenting what they learned back to the group. Students shared greater understanding of incident operations, how access is secured and how organizations design systems to prevent unauthorized access. Students also heard from Rob Masse, Lululemon’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). He shared his knowledge as an expert in the field, offering students with tangible career advice for those interested in pursuing future paths within cybersecurity. 

The day ended with a panel discussion featuring Lululemons’ senior cybersecurity leaders, alongside VSB’s Cybersecurity & AI Specialist, Sanika Bhurke. Bhurke shared her career journey as a woman in cybersecurity and answered students’ questions about pathways into the field. 

“My advice to young women is to be curious, ask questions and don’t wait until you feel ‘ready’ to start. Cybersecurity needs diverse perspectives,” says Bhurke. 

She stresses that these opportunities are crucial to encouraging and inspiring students. 

“It helps students see that they already belong in these spaces. It builds confidence and unlocks possibilities for them,” she shares. 

The day highlighted the importance of representation and mentorship for young women in STEAM-based careers.