Agathe Merle
Senior Manager, Corporate Cybersecurity at Abbott | Author of "Cyber Like a Girl"
Cyber Wins
In the latest episode of the Cyber Security Wins podcast, host Agathe Merle shares her unexpected journey into the cybersecurity field, which began with a project coordinator position. Initially unfamiliar with the technical aspects of IT, Agathe embraced the challenge and quickly progressed to various roles, including vulnerability management and corporate cybersecurity leadership at Abbott. She highlights the current underrepresentation of women in cybersecurity, particularly within technical roles, and recounts her experiences mentoring female interns. Agathe's commitment to fostering diversity led her to author "Cyber Like a Girl," where she interviewed 100 women in cybersecurity to uncover insights about their challenges and successes. Her advocacy for building supportive networks and the importance of effective communication skills serves as a guiding principle for aspiring professionals. Agathe's findings reveal a resilient community of women in cybersecurity who, despite facing adversity, strongly endorse the field and are passionate about encouraging the next generation to pursue careers in technology.
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