11-22, 14:10–15:10 (Europe/Vienna), Second Room
Cybersecurity professionals operate in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, making mental health challenges such as imposter syndrome, burnout, stress, and anxiety common yet often overlooked. This session explores each of these challenges, providing insights into how they manifest and impact both personal well-being and professional performance. Attendees will learn practical coping strategies and tools tailored to each issue, helping them build resilience, maintain balance, and thrive in their cybersecurity careers. The talk also highlights resources and approaches for ongoing support, empowering participants to take proactive steps toward better mental health.
Mental health challenges are increasingly recognized as critical issues in the cybersecurity community, yet they are often overlooked and under-discussed. This session explores imposter syndrome, burnout, stress, and anxiety, examining how these challenges manifest in high-pressure technical environments and affect both personal well-being and professional performance. Attendees will gain practical coping strategies and tools for managing each challenge, along with actionable techniques to build resilience, maintain balance, and reduce stress. The session also highlights resources, support systems, and ongoing strategies to foster a healthier work environment. Through real-world examples, research insights, and evidence-based approaches, participants will leave equipped to cultivate sustainable careers and thrive in cybersecurity.
A cybersecurity consultant who challenges audiences to explore the ethical, moral, and mental health dimensions of cyber work, sparking reflection on the human choices shaping our digital world.