“Just three months into the ongoing eight-month CyberGirls Fellowship cohort, Trisher Mpatsi from Zimbabwe has already secured her first technical role as an Implementation and Support Engineer. This position includes key information security responsibilities such as incident management”
Trisher Tinotenda Mpatsi
“My name is Trisher Tinotenda Mpatsi from Zimbabwe and this is my my #hercyberstory .
My journey into the CyberGirls Fellowship 4.0 cohort all started when my friend Melisa Musa, a participant in the CyberGirls 3.0 cohort, encouraged me to apply for the CyberGirls Fellowship 4.0 cohort. That decision marked a turning point in my career, propelling me towards greatness.
Through the CyberGirls Fellowship, I gained access to a wealth of learning materials that equipped me with hands-on technical skills in networking, cloud computing, and other cybersecurity/technology skills.
Although just 3 months into what is an 8-months long program, the knowledge I have received so far has laid the foundation for my career transformation. Recently, I secured a position as an Implementation and Support Engineer.
One of the game-changing moments in my job hunt was utilizing a pre-interview trick shared by Confidence Staveley during our LinkedIn masterclass. This strategy worked wonders, allowing me to ace the interview. The questions posed during the interview, particularly about ITIL 4 Foundation and Microsoft platforms, were areas I had mastered through the fellowship’s comprehensive learning materials. I answered confidently and thoroughly, eager to share my extensive knowledge.
Getting the job was a dream come true.
Before joining the fellowship, I was simply a Computer Science degree holder from Bindura University in Zimbabwe. Now, I am a living testament to the CyberGirls mantra and breaking barriers in the tech world.
To my fellow CyberSisters, if CyberGirls can transform my life within a few months , it can transform yours too. Let’s apply everything we learn and “choose consistency over vibes,” as Confidence always says.
A heartfelt thank you to the CyberSafe Foundation, its partners, Confidence Staveley, and Mr. Segun Ebenezer Olaniyan for their dedication to empowering girls in the tech industry. Your efforts are making a profound difference in our lives.”
CyberGirls Fellowship is Africa’s largest #cybersecurity training and mentorship program for women.
