Professional Background
Throughout my professional career, I have gained extensive experience in business administration, operations management, and cross-functional collaboration. As a Senior Business Administrator at Microsoft, I work closely with organizational leadership, coordinate business operations, and collaborate with teams to support strategic initiatives.
My professional experience has taught me the importance of effective communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability. Working in fast-paced environments has strengthened my ability to evaluate challenges, manage competing priorities, and make informed decisions.
As I transition into cybersecurity, I recognize that many of these skills are directly applicable to the field. Cybersecurity is not simply about protecting technology; it is also about understanding business operations, identifying risks, communicating potential threats, and developing strategies to protect an organization’s most valuable assets.
I believe my combination of business experience and technical education will allow me to approach cybersecurity challenges from both an operational and technical perspective.
Why Cybersecurity?
I’ve always believed that personal and professional growth begins when we challenge ourselves to step outside our comfort zones.
Throughout my career, I’ve had a strong interest in technology and the increasingly important role it plays in our everyday lives. As technology continues to evolve, so do the challenges associated with protecting the information, systems, and people who depend on it.
Although I have built a rewarding career in business administration, I knew there was another field I wanted to explore. Cybersecurity had always captured my interest, but pursuing that passion meant returning to school, learning unfamiliar concepts, and challenging myself in new ways.
Rather than wondering what might have been, I decided to pursue a second bachelor’s degree in Cyber Operations at Boise State University.
What excites me most about cybersecurity is that the learning never stops. New technologies introduce new opportunities, but they also create new risks and challenges. The field requires curiosity, adaptability, critical thinking, and a willingness to continuously improve.
For me, cybersecurity represents more than a career change. It represents an opportunity to combine my professional experience with a passion for technology, continue challenging myself, and contribute to something meaningful.
“I believe it’s never too late to pursue something that inspires you.”
Beyond the Keyboard
Outside of my professional and academic life, I enjoy challenging myself through endurance sports, traveling, and exploring new experiences.
As a triathlete and Ironman 70.3 competitor, I have learned the importance of discipline, perseverance, goal-setting, and continuous improvement. These principles influence how I approach challenges in both my personal and professional life.
I am also passionate about cycling, exploring new destinations, and spending time outdoors with my dog, Luna.
Whether I am preparing for a race, learning a new technical skill, or exploring somewhere new, I believe that meaningful growth comes from curiosity, dedication, and a willingness to embrace new challenges.
