In this episode of Lost In Cyberia, Bianca Puglisi and Kathy Sisson share their unconventional journeys into project management. Bianca shares her journey from hospitality and psychology to joining the Army at 30, becoming a corporate trainer in cyber, and currently serving as the Operations Manager at Solvyr. Kathy details her career path from being a photographer in the Air Force to working within New Zealand's government and defence sectors, and now tackling IT security projects in Australia. Together, they discuss their experiences and challenges in the cybersecurity field, share insights into effective project management, and emphasise the importance of strong communication and adaptability in tech roles.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions

01:52 Kathy's Journey from Photography to Cybersecurity

05:53 Bianca's Transition from Hospitality to the Army

13:36 Project Management in Cybersecurity

18:41 Skills and Training for Project Managers

24:50 Challenges and Best Practices in Project Management

34:15 Addressing Problems and Solutions

34:31 Importance of Project Scope

35:41 Challenges in Project Management

36:52 Managing Subject Matter Experts

38:31 Skills for Effective Project Management

39:53 Gender Dynamics in the Workplace

41:53 Resilience and Risk Management

44:00 Dealing with Difficult Situations

48:02 Navigating Gender Bias

55:52 Team Dynamics and Conflict Resolution

56:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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