Smashing Stereotypes- Understanding Neurodiversity In Cybersecurity

Want to have a better understanding of what neurodiversity is? Wonder why neurodiversity is critical to combat unpredictable cyberattacks? As a leader, are you keen to learn strategies to attract, onboard, develop and retain neuro-distinct cybersecurity practitioners? Join our workshop and walk away with actionable steps to embrace "diverse minds" that create a sense of belonging, value ideas and foster innovation. The Cyber Guild's Diverse Minds Movement is promoting intentional inclusion in cybersecurity by supporting the needs of all cyber practitioners. Join us to learn how to scale neurodiversity inclusion in your organization. Presented by the Diverse Minds Movement: A Cyber Guild Community.

Kassandra Pierre Bedell is a champion of advocacy. She has seen firsthand the positive impact diverse spaces can have on women, individuals with disabilities, and multi-minority individuals and she recognizes allyship as imperative to unlocking human and organizational potential. Kassandra is a founding member and past Affiliate President of the WiCyS (Women in Cybersecurity) Neurodiversity Affiliate and was recently appointed as a Google Women's Techmakers Ambassador. She serves as an advisor on the Cyber Guild's Diverse Mind Movement committee and is a Senior Advisor with Link OT Consulting. She has presented at Day of Shecurity, the Diana Initiative Conference, DefCon and WinterCon with Blacks in Cybersecurity and she currently is employed as a VP Program/Project Manager in Payment Operations with JP Morgan Chase. Kassandra is a technology enthusiast who loves being in innovative spaces where she can learn new things. She enjoys mentoring, reading, gardening, playing with her dogs and cooking for friends and family.