Pooja Sharma, Cisa
About Pooja Sharma, Cisa
Pooja Sharma is a Cyber Security Risk Intern at Protiviti and a Student Ambassador at UT Dallas, with extensive experience in technology consulting and cybersecurity risk management.
Current Positions
Pooja Sharma is currently working at Protiviti as a Cyber Security Risk Intern as well as holding multiple positions at the University of Texas at Dallas. At UT Dallas, she serves as a Student Ambassador for the Information Technology Management (ITM) Student Leadership Council. Additionally, she is the Social Media Officer for the Indian Students Association at UT Dallas. All roles are based in Dallas, Texas, United States.
Previous Experience
Pooja Sharma has a diverse professional background with a focus on technology consulting and cybersecurity. She worked at Protiviti Middle East Member Firm in various roles ranging from Analyst to Senior Consultant in Technology Consulting from 2014 to 2020 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Earlier in her career, she gained experience as a Professional Assistant at Bits Pilani Dubai and as a Microsoft Student Partner in the UAE.
Education and Expertise
Pooja Sharma is pursuing a Master's degree in Information Technology and Management with a focus on cybersecurity at the University of Texas at Dallas. She previously earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science from Bits Pilani Dubai. Prior to her higher education, she studied at Apeejay Sheikh Sarai, New Delhi. Her educational background, combined with her professional roles, has equipped her with extensive knowledge in IT management and cybersecurity.
Background in Cybersecurity and Technology Consulting
Throughout her career, Pooja Sharma has gained significant expertise in managing cybersecurity risks across various industries including banking, real estate, energy, and government. She has demonstrated strong leadership and problem-solving skills while managing clients and projects. Her roles have required her to work across different time zones, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality project deliverables.
Professional Development and Career Goals
Pooja Sharma is actively seeking a Spring/Summer 2022 internship to further enhance her skills in cybersecurity. She has a continuous commitment to developing her career in cybersecurity and technology consulting. Her goal is to leverage her academic knowledge and professional experience to make significant contributions to the field.