Cosi Robinson, UniSuper’s Cyber Security Analyst, Security Operations talks about her personal experience as victim of identity theft

In this week’s episode of the Business of Infosec podcast, our host Michelle Ribeiro is joined by UniSuper’s Cyber Security Analyst, Security Operations Cosi Robinson. Together they walk through Cosi’s inspirational career transition from an Executive Assistant role into the cybersecurity world. She also shares her experience as a victim of identity theft, the implications and repercussions it has had on her life, and advice on preventative measures. She also shares invaluable tips on steps one should take if you fall victim to this crime.

In the discussion this week:

• Some of the unimaginable skills an EA can transfer into a cybersecurity role, including board reporting
• Overcoming career transition challenges, uncertainties, tips to prepare and the importance of a good mentor to boost your confidence
• How overnight studying and hard work paid off and left Cosi with an incredible sense of mission accomplished and achievement
• How being a victim of identify theft has affected her life ten years ago
• Her inspiring journey taking control of life while looking after her mental health during those challenging days
• Recovering from one of the hardest things she has ever had to deal with
• How she uses her experience to increase cybersecurity awareness and positively change people’s behaviors