Caitlin Sarian

Caitlin Sarian, widely known as "Cybersecurity Girl," is the world’s leading Cybersecurity Influencer, Educator, and Advocate for Women in STEM. Recognized globally for her work in demystifying cybersecurity and inspiring new talent, Caitlin's accolades include Cybersecurity Woman of the Year, SANS Cyber Community of the Year, and being named a Top 50 Cyber Leader by SecureFrame.
With a unique ability to simplify complex cybersecurity concepts, Caitlin has built a following of over 1.4 million across platforms, achieving more than 30 million impressions monthly. Her mission is to educate the public on staying safe online while inspiring the next generation of defenders in the digital world.
An accomplished professional, Caitlin has served as Head of TikTok’s Global Cybersecurity Advocacy and Culture team and held leadership roles at EY, DLA Piper, and Protiviti. Her expertise spans global cybersecurity assessments, data protection, and compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, and NIST standards. She is a sought-after speaker, having presented at conferences like GISEC in Dubai, Black Hat in Saudi Arabia, and the RSA in San Francisco. Caitlin has also been featured as a cybersecurity expert on ABC Nightline News, Good Morning America, and appeared on over 20 podcasts.
Through Cybersecurity Girl LLC, Caitlin is fully dedicated to empowering individuals to secure their digital lives. Her upcoming guide, Secure and Protect Everything: Cybersecurity Girl’s Handbook for Online Safety, simplifies essential online safety practices for all.
Caitlin's influence is highlighted by recent honors, including:
Cybersecurity Woman of the Year (2024)
Top International 40 Under 40 in Cybersecurity (2024)
Red Cross Gold Humanitarian Award (2024)
SANS Cyber Community of the Year (2023)
As a volunteer with NIST-NICE, Caitlin continues to lead efforts in improving cybersecurity career discovery programs, reinforcing her role as a thought leader and passionate advocate in the field.