CyberWire Daily Alyssa Miller: We have to elevate others. [BISO] [Career Notes]
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Mar 30, 2025 Alyssa Miller, Business Information Security Officer at S&P Global Ratings, champions inclusivity in cybersecurity. She shares her unique journey from programmer to security leader, reflecting on cultural shocks and challenges along the way. Alyssa emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives in enhancing problem-solving within teams. She believes that by elevating others and fostering acceptance, the industry can achieve greater success. Her insights inspire a more welcoming and collaborative cybersecurity community.
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Unexpected Career Path
- Alyssa Miller's career journey wasn't straightforward; she initially pursued pre-med and even considered being an astronaut or lawyer.
- Her interest in computer science emerged later, influenced by her childhood hacking and programming experiences.
Early Career Start
- While studying computer science, Alyssa landed a full-time programming job at a financial services company due to high demand.
- This marked her entry into the tech world, working on electronic payment systems.
Transition to Security
- After nine years as a programmer, Alyssa transitioned to penetration testing within the same company, starting her security career.
- By 31, she led the vulnerability and security testing program for the Fortune 200 company.