There are many opportunities available in 2021 after having a wild 2020! Check out some hot companies to look out for this year. Check out what's trending. Check out the growth thats awaiting to happen! LINKS: 2021 Cybersecurity Trends: http://bit.ly/2Mp7HS7 Hot 150 Cybersecurity Companies in 2021: http://bit.ly/3pj7xKE Cybersecurity Job Growth: https://cybersecurityventures.com/jobs/ We’ve reached the end of the season.  Tell us on social media about your favorite episodes from this season.

GUEST: Katia Dean (@katiascylife) Katia Dean who is a public speaker, cybersecurity professional, career coach, author, award winner, and mentor. She launched Katia's Cylife - a resource for cyber professionals, offering resume writing focusing on the area of cybersecurity and career coaching services. Join Alisha and Bina as they speak to Katia Dean and discuss her journey to cybersecurity world and how sharing her talents and positive spirit encourages those facing obstacles to overcome them.  LINKS: Katia's Cylife The Struggle is Real: A Blueprint to Excelling Into The Cybersecurity Discipline

GUEST: Teneika Askew (@teneikaask_you) She’s the founder of 2 non-profits, Ribbons of Beauty and BiCTech, to mentor and advise high school women and student entrepreneurs in North Carolina and DC. LINKS: Website: https://linktr.ee/Teneika

GUEST: Aishwarya Joshi (@cyberashx) Aish Joshi, a recent undergrad and working towards a masters degree, is new to the cybersecurity industry! She still has much to learn and is nowhere near stopping! Join in to hear how Aish is enjoying the field.  LINKS: CyberNoob

Throughout this episode, we will discuss  increasing representation, mentorship, and guidance in finding their career in technology. Check out some of the related articles below LINKS: New report shows it could take 12 years to reach equal representation of women in tech Why more than half of women leave the tech industry A lack of digital skills could be hurting young professional women

GUEST: Cassie Brunetto (@akolsuoicauqol)  A bachelor's degree, a master's degree, and a SME! Cassie Brunetto takes over this week's episode. Find out how she found herself in Cybersecurity and her journey from GRC to becoming a future CISO, all while founding an innovative non-profit organization, Gatebreachers!  Links: Gatebreachers Personal Blog - https://cassiecage.me

GUEST: Ash (@sylv3on)  Join us as we talk to Ashley Ruiz about blogging, CTF, and astronomy. Ashley pulls back the curtain on her journey through Cybersecurity as a college student from Puerto Rico to become a Cybersecurity Consultant at her dream company. She's an inspiring young female who is paving the way for other females in tech!  LINKS: Personal Blog — sylv3on.com #WeHeartHackers 

GUEST: Izzy (@Is_Vix)  In today’s episode, we find out if it really matters whether you go for CISM or CISSP? Join Izzy, an InfoSec Advisor, who communicates how she thrives from her mistakes and turns them into a W! She delves into the intrigue and complexities of being a female in tech and her future entrepreneurial venture.

Alisha and Bina are back again for season 2! Join in as we discuss our time away since last season & answer a few questions from audience members! You’re in for another amazing season. We are aiming for more women guest speakers as a contribution to women in tech and to provide representation for women joining the field. Links: Google IT Automation with Python -- https://bit.ly/3jCTpJl Medium Article about Automation -- https://bit.ly/2SvVPh5 Cover6 Solutions -- https://www.cover6solutions.com

In this episode of The Next Tech Podcast, we wrap up the season by reflecting on previous episodes, what we have learned and a snippet on more to come! Follow us on social media and check out our website.  -- This episode is sponsored by Anchor: the easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app