Yesenia Y.

Yesenia Y. is a seasoned professional in open source security and AI safety, currently serving as a Senior Security Program Manager at Microsoft. They are also the Executive Director and Co-Founder of The Lioness Instincts, an initiative focused on empowering women and nonbinary individuals through self-defense training and online security awareness. Yesenia has been a public speaker since 2024, highlighting the strategic importance of women in cybersecurity. With a Master's degree in Digital Forensics from the University of Central Florida, they have extensive experience in various engineering and security roles across multiple organizations, enhancing cybersecurity initiatives and fostering collaboration in the tech industry.