My ISACA Mentorship Experience
In August 2023, my dedication to the Cyberlearners program earned me an ISACA Foundation Membership voucher, courtesy of CyberSafe Foundation and Confidence Staveley. While it took me some time to fully explore its benefits, this membership has been an eye-opener, revealing the vast opportunities within the cybersecurity industry.
One of the most impactful aspects of this journey was the ISACA Mentorship Program, where I had the privilege of choosing my incredible mentor, Riva A. Throughout our six months together, she remained active, supportive, and a true voice of reason. She helped me define and refine my career goals, reviewed my CV, and provided invaluable advice that set me on the right path. While I still have work to do, I’ve made significant progress, and I’m confident I’ll surpass my goals in the coming months.
I recently received my mentorship completion certificate, but more importantly, I’ve gained lifelong insights and direction. Special thanks to CyberSafe Foundation and Dooshima ISACA Abuja for making this possible!
Through this program, I have:
- Built a strong professional network.
- Developed critical thinking, coaching, and leadership skills that will support my career growth.
- Enhanced my emotional intelligence and management abilities helping me approach challenges more effectively.
- Earned up to 10 CPE credits for qualifying activities.
Additionally, I honed skills in Policy Development, IT Risk Management, Third-Party Vendor Management, Oral Communication and Emotion Regulation all of which are crucial in cybersecurity governance and risk management.
Beyond industry knowledge, this mentorship experience gave me a safe space to share my challenges, seek guidance, and gain new perspectives from someone who has walked this path before me. I’ve grown tremendously and I know my mentor also gained from our exchange.
This experience has reinforced my passion for cybersecurity and strengthened my commitment to mentoring, supporting and educating other aspiring professionals, just as my mentor did for me.
With the skills and connections I’ve gained through this program, I am actively exploring new job opportunities where I can apply my expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance. I’m incredibly grateful for this journey and I’m excited for what’s next!
Until next time, find me where the good guys are!