Four years ago, I was working as a mechanical engineer, focused on systems, machines, and processes that you could physically see and touch. It was a solid career—and one I’m still proud of—but something inside me felt restless. I was curious about tech, fascinated by the digital world, and increasingly drawn to the idea of working in cybersecurity.

Today, I work as an IAM (Identity and Access Management) Engineer. I won’t pretend I have it all figured out. Most days, I still feel like a beginner—and in many ways, I am. But I’ve come far enough to look back and say: I’m glad I took the leap.