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Professional Experience

Work History

March/2025 - Present

National Committee Member (Volunteer Role)

ABNT - Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas

Brazil (Remote)

Committees: Information Security, Cybersecurity, and Privacy Protection (ABNT/CEE-021:004.027) &

Cloud Computing and Distributed Platforms (ABNT/CEE-021:002.038).

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  • Contribute to the development and review of national and international standards related to cybersecurity, cloud computing, and privacy.

  • Collaborate with experts across academia, government, and industry to shape Brazil’s technical position on ISO/IEC standards.

  • Participate in technical discussions, working groups, and consensus-building activities that impact the future of digital trust and secure computing practices.

  • Support the harmonization of national standards with global frameworks to foster interoperability, innovation, and secure digital infrastructure.

March/2025 - Present

CISM Domain 4 Facilitator & Mentor (Volunteer)

Tangible Uplift Program (TUP)

Australia (Remote)

  • Facilitate Domain 4 (Information Security Incident Management) sessions within the ISACA CISM exam track of TUP — a program dedicated to increasing the number of women in sustained cybersecurity leadership roles and amplifying underrepresented voices in the industry.

  • Mentor CISM candidates specifically for exam success, providing structure, encouragement, and guidance through active recall and just-in-time learning methodologies.

  • Champion the “see and be” model of leadership by helping participants achieve the tangible milestone of CISM certification, positioning them as visible role models and agents of change in the cybersecurity space.

2018 - Present

Casual Sales Role to Manager

Coles Group

Gold Coast - Australia

  • Progressed rapidly from casual sales team member to 2IC, and ultimately to Store Manager within less than two years.

  • Stepped into caretaker responsibilities during the 2020 pandemic, maintaining operations and team performance in a high-pressure environment.

  • Consistently met and exceeded KPIs, bypassing the need for the company’s formal training program.

  • Led a record-breaking fundraising campaign for Second Bite across 13 stores, resulting in targets being raised twice due to exceptional performance.

  • Currently on unpaid leave while actively developing expertise in Information Security through formal education and hands-on projects.

2017 - 2018

Cafe Manager

Orchid Vegetarian Cafe

Gold Coast, Australia

  • Developed the entire menu and recipes, focusing on customer satisfaction, cost-efficiency, and dietary variety.

  • Launched five virtual restaurants via delivery platforms to offset low foot traffic, expanding reach and driving online sales.

  • Led marketing strategy, customer engagement, and daily operations to maintain consistent service and quality.

  • Applied critical thinking to improve sales performance, streamline operations, and build a loyal customer base in a competitive market.

2009 - 2017

Casual Sales Role to Multi-Store Manager

Jack's Kebabs

Gold Coast, Australia

  • Progressed from Sales Assistant to Store Manager and ultimately Multi-Store Manager, overseeing operations across multiple locations.

  • Managed staffing, rostering, inventory, and daily operations for up to three stores simultaneously, ensuring consistency in service and performance.

  • Led cross-functional teams, maintained high customer satisfaction levels, and met sales targets in a competitive food retail environment.

  • Applied strong leadership and problem-solving skills to streamline operations, train staff, and improve customer retention.

  • Recognized for delivering consistent sales growth and operational excellence across all assigned locations.

Education

2024 - Present

Masters of Cybersecurity & Forensics 

University of the Sunshine Coast

Queensland, Australia

  • Recognized as the Highest Achieving Student in Data Management, receiving the DAMA Australia Award 2025.

  • Coursework includes:
    • Digital Forensics I (FTK Imager, Cellebrite, Autopsy)
    • Digital Forensics II (Magnet AXIOM, advanced forensic analysis)
    • Network Forensics
    • Cyber Law and Rules of Evidence
    • Python Programming
    • SQL for Data Analysis

  • Strong focus on evidence handling, investigative methodology, and secure data management in real-world contexts.

2023 - 2024

Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity

University of the Sunshine Coast

Queensland, Australia

Coursework included:

  • Blockchain Technologies and Cryptography

  • Cybersecurity Ethics and Professional Practice

  • Network Security Fundamentals

  • Essential Eight Strategies for Mitigating Cyber Threats

  • MITRE ATT&CK Framework

  • Cyber Kill Chain Methodology

Emphasis on secure system design, ethical decision-making, advanced cryptographic protocols, and practical application of leading security frameworks in contemporary threat landscapes.

2016 - 2017

Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management

Australian Institute of Education

Queensland, Australia

Coursework included:

  • Lead and Manage Organisational Change

  • Provide Leadership Across the Organisation

  • Communicate with Influence

  • Manage Innovation and Continuous Improvement

  • Develop and Implement Business Plans

  • Develop Organisational Strategies

  • Engage in Collaborative Alliances

  • Lead Corporate Social Responsibility

  • Apply Critical Thinking for Complex Problem Solving

  • Develop Critical Thinking in Others

Focus on strategic leadership, performance metrics, critical thinking, and effective communication to drive business success and lead teams through change and innovation in dynamic organisational environments. Skills developed include sales and marketing strategy, people management, and data-driven decision making.

2005 - 2008

Bachelor's Degree with Teaching Qualification in Physics

University of Brasília

Brasília, DF

Coursework included:

  • Classical and Quantum Mechanics

  • Electromagnetism

  • Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics

  • Mathematical Methods for Physics

  • Experimental Physics​

Strong emphasis on critical thinking, data analysis, and analytical skills applied through rigorous problem-solving, experimental design, and mathematical modeling across diverse areas of physics.

Featured Certifications

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  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) — ISACA (Passed the exam) 2025
     

  • Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) by ISC2 2024

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  • Vulnerability Management Course by Qualys 2025
     

  • Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate — Coursera 2023
     

  • AWS Educate Getting Started with Cloud Ops 2025
     

  • Cyber Threat Management (Cisco) 2024
     

  • Intro to DFIR: The Divide and Conquer Process — Sleuth Kit Labs Training 2025
     

  • Python Essentials & IT Specialist - Python 2025
     

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