Victoria Southall
Contributing Writer
Victoria Ivy Southall is a United States Navy veteran, cybersecurity manager, and IT professional with over 13 years of experience. She holds a bachelor's in computer networks and cybersecurity and multiple industry certifications, including CASP and Security+ from CompTIA. Victoria is a decorated professional, earning achievements and awards throughout her career for her efforts in protecting information systems and data.
Victoria is passionate about providing cybersecurity/IT security mentorship and increasing awareness of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and updated information security regulations. She is dedicated to ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and information systems.
Victoria is a paid member of the Red Ventures Education Integrity Network.
Expertise: Cybersecurity, IT, computer science
Education: BS Computer Networks and Cybersecurity, University of Maryland University College (Global Campus)
Affiliations: Center for Information Security, Critical Security Controls Community, Disabled American Veterans, National Classification Management Society, SANS Institute, Women in CyberSecurity