Navigating New Horizons in Cybersecurity and Leadership: My Journey into 2025

As I reflect on the year 2024, it's clear that this has been a period of intense personal and professional growth. I immersed myself in the world of cybersecurity, technology, and leadership, not just as a participant but as an independent researcher. This journey was both challenging and rewarding, pushing me to expand my knowledge and sharpen my problem-solving skills with innovative approaches. A significant highlight of this year has been my contribution to the academic community through the publication of several journals, adding to the collective understanding and development in these critical fields.

Looking ahead to 2025, my focus is evolving. I am now setting my sights on professional certifications that will not only cement my expertise but also open new avenues for career progression. Here's what I'm aiming for:

  • CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) - To master the art of auditing information systems for compliance, security, and performance.
  • CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) - To manage, design, and assess an enterprise's information security.
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) - To enhance my capabilities in leading projects efficiently and effectively.
  • CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control) - To focus on identifying, assessing, and managing IT risks.
  • CompTIA CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst+) - To delve deeper into cybersecurity analytics, threat detection, and response.

These certifications are much more than mere accolades; they are fundamental steps in my career trajectory, ensuring that I'm at the cutting edge of cybersecurity practices and project management. My goal is to leverage these qualifications to bring even greater value to the projects I undertake and to the teams I work with.

As we step into 2025, I'm excited about the growth, learning, and new milestones that await. I invite you to connect with me, to share insights, and to explore together how we can all advance in our professional journeys. Let's make this year one of collective progress and shared success in the ever-evolving landscape of technology and leadership.

Tags: #Cybersecurity #ProfessionalDevelopment #Certifications #2025Goals #Leadership #Research

About the author

Babatope Olosunde

I am an experienced, results-driven IT Consultant with over 10 years in the field, specializing in improving compliance, processes, and performance metrics. I excel in client service, IT support, system upgrades, hardware repairs, and software management. With certifications and skills in Enterprise Architecture, IT Service Management, Cybersecurity, and more, I aim to enhance system security, reliability, and efficiency within a team-oriented, innovative setting.