From heartfelt speeches and powerful keynotes to cyber-themed cocktails, the BTS Certificate Ceremony at Lycée Guillaume Kroll was far from typical. As proud partner, Women4Cyber Luxembourg joined the celebration of graduates from Communication Technologies, Cloud Computing, and Cybersecurity programs—an event that blended academic achievement with community spirit and creativity.
Whether sipping a Cyberspritz (CS), enjoying Aperol As A Service (AAAS), or laughing at the cleverly named DHCP (Dynamic Hugo Consumption Protocol) cocktail, the evening struck the perfect balance between serious purpose and festive fun. With food lovingly prepared by dedicated teachers and service managed by last year’s BTS students, it was a true showcase of teamwork and talent across generations.
While he low ratio for female graduates, and especially the absence of female graduates in the BTS Cybersecurity reminded us why our mission remains vital, the event as a whole reflected the innovation, ambition, and camaraderie needed to drive the digital future forward.
The ceremony began with good humor as Patrick STRAUS, Headmaster of Lycée Guillaume Kroll, joked about always being told to “just say hello,” only to find himself on the agenda for a speech. This time, he came prepared—with wit and warmth—and even nudged program coordinators Marc SCHMIT and Marc LUDWIG to consider launching a fourth BTS program.
Keynotes that Informed and Inspired
Two keynote speakers delivered impactful and forward-thinking messages:
Philipp JÄGGI, Head of Business Line Cloud at DEEP, emphasized the importance of building EU-wide cloud solutions to ensure European digital sovereignty. His message challenged graduates to become contributors to Europe’s digital infrastructure, not just consumers.
Sheila BECKER, Head of Department NISS at ILR and proud Ambassador of Women4Cyber Luxembourg, shared a compelling view of the cybersecurity landscape—from the growing importance of regulation (NIS2, DORA, Cyber Resilience Act) to the complexity introduced by AI and quantum computing. She also touched upon the need for more cybersecurity professionals both men and women.
“If you take away one message from my intervention, then let it be ‘collaboration.’ You can become a trendsetter to share information among entities. Which does not mean to share confidential information, of course not!
Her use of a symbolic rubber duck, representing the NISDUC conference, underscored her call for trust, openness, and information-sharing within the cybersecurity community.
Though no female graduates were among the graduating BTS Cybersecurity class this year, Women4Cyber Luxembourg was proud to take the stage—not only in advocacy, but also in recognition. As partner sponsor, we presented the award for Best BTS Cybersecurity Student, celebrating outstanding achievement and reaffirming our commitment to supporting excellence in the field.
Our presence also served as a reminder: diverse teams lead to stronger, smarter cybersecurity outcomes. We look forward to the day when graduation stages reflect the full diversity of the cyber talent pipeline.
Following the formalities, the atmosphere turned festive. A delicious BBQ, inventive cyber-themed drinks, and great company made for a memorable evening. All of this was made possible thanks to two incredibly dedicated teachers who prepared the entire dinner and to last year’s BTS students, who returned to support the event with exceptional service.
The ceremony demonstrated not only the quality of the BTS programs, but also the strength of the community behind them—from educators and regulators to sponsors and alumni.
For Women4Cyber, it reaffirmed why we do what we do: to ensure a secure, inclusive, and innovative digital future for all.
To the graduates—Congratulations on your well-earned success.
To the organizers—thank you for an unforgettable celebration and the opportunity.
To the future—let’s secure it, shape it, and raise a Cyberspritz to it—together.