What was your last career change ?
I transitioned from the Health and Wellness sector to Enterprise Architecture. In my previous role, I worked closely with services and front-line teams, while now I focus on strengthening the systems and governance that support them. It’s a shift from working directly with people to working on the structures that make their work easier and more effective.
What made it successful?
It was successful thanks to the people I work with. They’ve been patient, generous with their time, and clear in the way they explain things. I also stepped into a role where the groundwork had been done exceptionally well — documentation was in place, SOPs were written, and processes were structured. That combination of strong support and clear guidance made it much easier for me to find my footing quickly.
What was the biggest challenge in adapting to your new role?
The steep learning curve around processes, acronyms, and ways of working. Enterprise Architecture has its own rhythm and language, and at first, it can feel like being dropped into a conversation mid-sentence. The challenge was figuring out how everything connects, once I did, it started to feel less abstract and more impactful.
What advice would you give to someone considering a career change?
Go for it. Career changes are among the best ways to keep learning. After two years in the same position, the learning curve often flattens, and things can start to feel repetitive. Moving into a new role forces you to grow, pick up new skills, and see your field from different angles. The more changes you embrace, the broader your expertise becomes.
What do you look forward to in your day?
What I look forward to most is problem-solving. Every day brings a different challenge, whether it’s aligning perspectives or finding the right approach to a project. It’s satisfying when things click, and even when they don’t right away, the discussions with colleagues are what make it rewarding. And, to be honest, there’s a certain comfort in knowing that if I don’t have the answer, someone on the team usually does; it keeps me humble and makes the work more collaborative.
What are the most common mistakes people make during an attempted security incident ?
Reacting too quickly. The instinct is often to click, respond, or “fix” the issue immediately. But slowing down, verifying the source, and following proper reporting channels is usually the smarter move.
How does AI or new technology affect our cybersecurity risks?
It’s a double-edged sword. On one side, AI helps us prepare for and respond to attacks more effectively by spotting patterns and reacting quickly. On the other, attackers have access to the same tools, they can generate more convincing scams, automate their attempts, and scale up their operations. It raises the stakes for both sides.