

My passion for founding Exemplify Search began during my time in the civil service, where I partnered with leaders on digital transformation projects. We tackle a key challenge — finding recruiters with the industry expertise to truly understand your needs. Specialising in Cyber Security, Cloud, and Data, we connect top talent with the demands of your business.
We recently sat down with our advisory board — professionals working across security operations, AI, software engineering, and governance — and asked a simple question: what should students actually be focusing on today if they want to break into cybersecurity? The conversation was honest, and in some ways, a bit of a reality check.
Looking back at Elena Z. path, it’s clear that her success in cybersecurity isn’t just about titles or roles—it’s about the skills she mastered along the way. These skills, honed in seemingly unrelated industries, became the backbone of her leadership in security.
Think you need a computer science degree to get into cybersecurity? Think again. Meet Elena Z, whose career path proves that curiosity, adaptability, and a knack for solving complex problems can take you from finance in retail to enterprise security leadership.
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