In this episode, we sit down with Quetzalli Meza, a Security Technical Consulting Engineer at Cisco, whose journey from a small town in Mexico to one of the biggest names in tech is as inspiring as it is powerful.

Quetzalli shares how her early curiosity for computers — and even hacking childhood games — led her into the world of cybersecurity. She opens up about growing up with limited resources, finding purpose through resilience, and how she discovered her calling in penetration testing and data protection.

We talk about:

• How poverty and perseverance shaped her path in tech
• Transitioning from functional testing to pen testing
• The emotional and technical challenges of working in cybersecurity
• AI, privacy, and the future of data protection
• The importance of teaching, mentorship, and empowering women in tech
• Why creativity is an underrated skill in cybersecurity

Quetzalli’s story is a beautiful reminder that curiosity, courage, and compassion can take you further than you ever imagined.

🎧 Tune in for a story that blends technical brilliance, emotional strength, and purpose-driven impact.

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