Emma Heffernan
About Emma Heffernan
Emma Heffernan serves as the CfP Team Lead at OWASP Foundation and works as a Security Engineer and Operations Analyst at Dell Technologies. With a background in computer science and extensive experience in cybersecurity, she actively contributes to various organizations and initiatives in the field.
Work at OWASP Foundation
Emma Heffernan has been actively involved with the OWASP Foundation since 2019. She serves as the CfP Team Lead and is a Board Member for the Dublin Chapter. In these roles, she organizes monthly meetups and leads the Call for Papers team for OWASP Global AppSec EU. Her contributions focus on enhancing community engagement and promoting security awareness.
Current Role at Dell Technologies
Since 2021, Emma Heffernan has worked as a Security Engineer and Operations Analyst at Dell Technologies. In this remote position, she applies her expertise in cybersecurity to ensure the security and integrity of systems and operations. Her role involves analyzing security protocols and implementing measures to protect company assets.
Education and Expertise
Emma Heffernan studied at Technological University Dublin, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing with a focus on Digital Forensics and Cyber Security from 2017 to 2021. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in cybersecurity, complemented by her practical experiences in various roles within the industry.
Achievements in Cybersecurity
Emma has received recognition for her contributions to the field of cybersecurity. She placed third in a local Irish Capture the Flag competition and represented Team Ireland at the European Cyber Security Challenge in Bucharest in 2019. Additionally, she was awarded the Cyber Security Student of the Year at the European SC Awards in June 2021.
Volunteer and Mentoring Activities
Emma Heffernan is actively involved in mentoring and volunteer initiatives. She participates in the STEM Aspire Mentoring programme with Dell EMC, aimed at inspiring female students in STEM fields. Furthermore, she leads the Dublin Chapter of the Humans of Cyber Network, connecting industry professionals and students in cybersecurity.