Cybersecurity: Career Paths, Inclusion & Lessons From Industry Leaders

How can we build a more inclusive and diverse cybersecurity workforce while inspiring the next generation of tech professionals? We’re thrilled to welcome Beth Rosary and Valeria Santamato to the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast. Beth is a Technical Programme Manager and Head of Education at Women in Tech UK, and Founder of the Future FoundHER’s Podcast, amplifying women’s stories and shaping industry-community partnerships. Valeria is a Security Consultant at Accenture, bridging technical and non-technical domains. She has delivered strategic security solutions, embedding Security by Design into large IT programmes, and advocates for gender inclusion globally, receiving the European Cyber Women Award (CEFCYS) in 2022. She also leads workshops and university courses in Europe and Africa. In this fourth International Cyber Expo Special Edition Episodes, Beth and Valeria discuss their journeys, early tech engagement, and barriers women and minorities face in cybersecurity. They explore embedding inclusion into everyday culture, mentoring, building resilient, diverse teams, hybrid work, tokenism, and actionable steps to support underrepresented professionals. Whether you’re a cyber leader, diversity advocate, HR professional, or aspiring tech professional, this episode delivers strategies, insights, and inspiration to advance careers, foster inclusion, and shape the next generation of cybersecurity leaders. Don’t miss out on this special International Cyber Expo edition, tune in for insights that can change the future of cybersecurity! 🎧 We encourage you to check out the Future FoundHER’s Podcast. Available on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0lrv94OTbgDe9zKj9McJKf?si=74b50173d46d466e Also available on YouTube: ⁨@futurefoundHERs⁩ 🚀 Learn more about Women In Tech: https://women-in-tech.org 👋 Jay Adamson and Warren Atkinson welcome you to the SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Podcast, where we’re joined by Information and Cyber Security, Technology, and Talent Acquisition professionals who share their journeys, unique perspectives, and offer valuable advice and guidance. The SECURE | CYBER CONNECT Community & team offers tailored resources and strategic introductions to help you thrive in the evolving landscape of Corporate Governance, Information Security & Cyber Security, addressing Cultural, Technological & Talent Acquisition challenges. ✅ Learn More: https://linktr.ee/securecyberconnect 👥 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: https://smart-connect-cyber.mn.co/ 🔍 SOLUTIONS: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7339197132299464704 📢ANNOUNCEMENTS📢 📅 Discover the future of cybersecurity at the International Cyber Expo, happening 30th September to 1st October 2025 at Olympia London. Join global experts, explore the latest tech, and connect with leaders from over 85 countries - all under one roof. Register for free today: https://international-cyber-expo-2025.reg.buzz/secure-x-pod 🎯 Want to be heard at ICE? Join us for exclusive live recordings, quick interviews, and panel discussions! Learn more & register here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/warren-atkinson_cybersecurity-internationalcyberexpo-ice2025-activity-7358391424943284224-16kx?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAyFj1sBr8Iz1lprcBwB6a_fqCi4YdhIfB4 📺 WATCH MORE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRzUBDsLBZcCYFEVZNwYSqg 🗓️ NEW EPISODES: Twice a week 🔔 We appreciate your support - Please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE and SHARE to encourage diverse and inclusive knowledge sharing. #Cybersecurity #diversity #womenintech #cyberconnect #Internationalcyberexpo