What if your next cybersecurity opportunity isn't hiding behind a job application, but waiting for you at your next community event?

Dr. Natalie Foster Johnson takes Pretty Secure on location to the ISSA South Florida Conference, Hack the Flag and Chili Cook Off, at the Boca Raton Innovation Campus. Through conversations with cybersecurity leaders, students, mentors, and industry partners, she highlights the organizations and people creating opportunities for professionals at every stage of their careers. From Blacks in Cybersecurity and ISSA to Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) and AWS student groups, this episode explores how networking, mentorship, volunteering, and simply showing up can make a difference.

Along the way, Natalie speaks with Lorenzo White about mentorship and cybersecurity career resources, ISSA leader Yoshi about professional networking and job opportunities, Tracy about building an inclusive security and privacy community, and Palm Beach State College student Priscilla Modesto about stepping into leadership through AWS. She also connects with industry supporters from Tier 4 AI and Torq to discuss community investment, AI-powered security operations, and the importance of supporting South Florida's cybersecurity workforce.

Whether you're a student trying to break into cybersecurity, a career changer looking for direction, or an experienced professional hoping to expand your network, this episode is a reminder that certifications and technical skills are only part of the journey. Get involved, build relationships, volunteer, and show up. Your next opportunity might start with a conversation.

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