Breaking Barriers: Daisy Wong on Cybersecurity, Disability, and Diversity

In this episode of Her Tech Circle, host Bec O’Brien sits down with Daisy Wong, an inspiring leader in cybersecurity and the Head of Security Awareness at Medibank. Daisy shares her remarkable journey from a marketing student to a cybersecurity professional, and the challenges she has faced along the way as a woman with a disability. From growing up in an immigrant family to navigating redundancies and finding her unique niche in tech, Daisy’s story is one of resilience, inclusion, and adaptability.Daisy opens up about her passion for building a security culture and how her background in behavioural studies and marketing helps her simplify complex cybersecurity concepts. She also emphasizes the importance of building a supportive network and reminds listeners that there is space for everyone in the tech industry, no matter their background or skill set.This conversation is filled with valuable insights on overcoming setbacks, finding your purpose, and using non-traditional skills to thrive in tech.Key Takeaways:Resilience and Adaptability: Success often comes from overcoming challenges and taking unexpected career turns.Value of Non-Technical Skills: Skills like communication, marketing, and behavioral studies can add significant value to technical fields.Importance of Support Networks: Having mentors and allies, regardless of gender, is essential for growth and navigating the tech world.Topics Discussed in This Episode:Daisy’s early life and upbringing in an immigrant familyNavigating career redundancies and finding her niche in security awarenessWhy non-technical skills matter in cybersecurityOvercoming the challenges of working in a male-dominated industryThe future of cybersecurity and the role of AIThe value of building a strong professional networkResources & Links:Follow Daisy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daisy_nevertoosweet/Connect with Daisy Wong on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daisywong127/Connect with Us:Follow Her Tech Circle on Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/company/hertechcircle/about/]Found out more about our slack community and upcoming events: [https://linktr.ee/hertechcircle]Subscribe to the podcast: