Mia M.
About Mia M.
Mia M. is a Cybersecurity & Risk Analyst currently working at Vendr. With a background in various roles within cybersecurity and technology, she has built a strong foundation in security compliance and advocacy for women in STEM.
Current Role at Vendr
Mia M. serves as a Cybersecurity & Risk Analyst at Vendr, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks, ensuring the organization's security posture aligns with industry standards. Her work involves analyzing security protocols and implementing measures to protect sensitive information.
Previous Experience in Cybersecurity
Prior to her current role, Mia M. worked as a Security Analyst at Starburst from 2021 to 2023. She also gained experience as a Cybersecurity Apprentice at Evolve Security in 2019. During her tenure at Starburst, she contributed to the development of a security program that achieved SOC2 and ISO 27001 compliance for a SaaS-first startup.
Educational Background in Cybersecurity
Mia M. studied at Evolve Security Academy, where she completed a program in Cybersecurity in 2019. She has also pursued additional education through Udacity, earning a Nanodegree in Intro to Cybersecurity and Front-End Web Development. Currently, she is studying at Sacramento City College and is preparing for the AWS Security Specialty exam and CISSP certification.
Diverse Work History
Mia M. has a varied work history that includes roles such as Customer Experience Specialist at Tesla and Office and Marketing Manager at ActivePILOT. She has also worked as an IoT Technician at Status Pros and held positions in customer service and office management. This diverse experience has contributed to her skills in both technical and operational areas.
Advocacy and Personal Interests
Mia M. is an advocate for women in STEM, aviation, and the arts. She engages in self-directed learning through platforms like Udemy and Cybrary, focusing on DevSecOps and security engineering principles. Additionally, she participates in Capture The Flag competitions to enhance her offensive security skills and is a post-solo student pilot.