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In this episode:
Dr. Christine Izuakor is the CEO of Cyber Pop-up, an on-demand cybersecurity service platform powered by vetted and highly skilled cyber freelancers. Izuakor is also the author of the “Ultimate Guide to Building a Career in Cybersecurity” available now at shop.cyberpopup.com/career-guide !
She has over a decade of experience leading cybersecurity functions within Fortune 100 companies and recently played a critical part in embedding cyber security in large enterprise DNA by training the global workforce on cyber security, supporting execution of the organizations security strategy, and developing cyber talent pipelines. Prior to this, she led numerous security functions from vulnerability management to handling legal implications of data security. Today, through Cyber Pop-up, she helps corporations of all sizes and industries solve a diverse range of strategic cybersecurity challenges on-demand.
Dr. Izuakor is also active in the diversity and inclusion community. She was a co-founder and former Vice President of Gen Trend, United Airlines’ Millennial business resource group, served a 2 year term as the Head Editor of the Illinois Diversity Council Editorial Board and volunteers as a cybersecurity mentor with Year Up. She is dedicated to increasing diversity within cybersecurity and has continually curated cybersecurity development and scholarship programs to further this agenda.
Christine is a first generation Nigerian in America, native Houstonian, Chicago resident and avid traveler. She appreciates learning about different cultures and shares her journey on social media, igniting travel curiosity in folks across the globe.
Key Highlights:
What is it like being a black woman in Cyber Security
From corporate to start-up founder
Daily practices of a Cyber-security CEO - Thankfulness
Timestamp:
0:00 Introductions
5:00 The early days
12:00 Getting as advanced education
17:00 Being a black woman in Cyber
23:00 What is cyber and how do we protect ourselves?
29:00 The pivotal moment - Starting Cyber Pop-up
35:00 About practicing appreciation
Memorable Quotes:
Attitude is everything. The smallest wins need to be celebrated. Be thankful for the ground supporting you.
Useful Links and Resources:
https://www.cyberpopup.com/
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