The Women in Tech Show: A Technical Podcast

Microsoft Build: Security and Product Management (Mia Reyes)

Jul 3, 2023

Mia Reyes, Director of Foundational Security at Microsoft, discusses her background in foreign policy and her role in security product management. She talks about built-in security and common vulnerabilities. Also touches on challenges she's faced in her career and how she's overcome them.

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Quick takeaways

Having diverse experiences in various industries brings valuable perspectives to roles in cybersecurity and product management.

Built-in security and secure-by-default approaches, such as the adoption of software bill of materials (S-bombs) and multifactor authentication (MFA), are crucial for enhancing technology solutions and prioritizing basic security hygiene.

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Mia's Background and Role at Microsoft

Mia Reyes, director of foundational security at Microsoft, discusses her diverse background in foreign policy and her transition into the tech industry. She shares how her previous experiences in the music business, leading nonprofits, and working in foreign policy have influenced her current role in security product management. Mia highlights the importance of having different perspectives and the value it brings to her work in cybersecurity.

Introduction

3min

Software Bill of Materials and Transitioning to Security at Microsoft

13min

US Government Initiative on Secure by Design and Secure by Default

4min

Improving Public Speaking Skills with Toastmasters

3min

Personal Growth, Advice for Recent Grads, and Thanks

2min

Mia Reyes, Director of Foundational Security at Microsoft started working in tech after several years of experience in foreign policy. We talked about how her past experience relates to her role in security product management. Mia also gave a general overview on what built in security is and examples of common vulnerabilities. Mia also talked about challenges she’s faced throughout her career and how she’s tackled them.

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