In this episode, we sit down with Wendy, a seasoned cybersecurity professional, author, and advocate for women in tech.

She shares her inspiring journey from breaking into the field to earning a PhD, and what it truly takes to thrive in cybersecurity and tech careers in 2025.

You’ll learn:

• How women can stand out in male-dominated tech spaces
• Practical entry routes into cybersecurity this year
• The real value of a PhD in advancing your career
• How AI is shaping the next generation of tech professionals
• Key takeaways from Wendy’s latest cybersecurity book

If you’re a student, cybersecurity enthusiast, or a woman looking to grow in tech, this conversation is packed with insights you can apply right away.

Guest Links:

📚 Get Wendy’s Book → https://a.co/d/iOIm1yR

📸 Follow Wendy on Instagram → @wendyintech

Timestamps:

00:45 – Intro

01:30 – Meet Wendy

02:45 – What She Does in Cybersecurity

03:10 – Thriving in a Male-Dominated Field

08:00 – How Women Can Make Their Voices Heard

14:33 – Does Your Degree Really Matter?

17:15 – Entry Routes Into Cybersecurity

20:35 – Work–Life Balance

21:45 – The Value of a PhD

25:35 – Should Gen Z Focus More on AI?

27:10 – About Wendy’s Book

29:40 – Key Lessons

34:55 – Outro

Resources Mentioned:

🧰 Cloud Security Playbook (Free)

💼 Resume Refresh & Career Coaching

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