Sharon Liao
“Fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture can bring individuals with different strengths and backgrounds together, creating an exceptional, resilient and innovative team.”
Sharon boasts over a decade of cybersecurity strategy and cloud security experience and is a seasoned information security consultant across various industries. At Deloitte, she counsels fintech clients on navigating emerging risk management issues and safeguarding their businesses.
Sharon believes women can leverage their inherent strengths, such as attention to detail and communication skills, to benefit the cyber field.
What are the ways you stay grounded and take care of yourself?
I prioritize staying active and engaging in meaningful conversations. These discussions offer fresh perspectives and serve as a source of support and solutions for any challenges I face.
What is one skill, interest or talent of yours that makes you GREAT at your job?
My positivity and flexibility empower me to see challenges as opportunities for growth and innovation, pivot swiftly and embrace fresh ideas and perspectives. They’re the driving force behind my creativity, enabling me to thrive in demanding environments and spearhead meaningful change.
What is your biggest strength as a leader?
I foster trust and collaboration across diverse age groups with a “soft-touch” management style rooted in empathy and human connection. This creates a sense of belonging and safety, cultivates open communication and constructive feedback and ensures team members feel valued, appreciated and motivated to excel.
What do you love about working in the cybersecurity industry?
There are endless enriching learning and growth opportunities that help me contribute to creating better and safer online environments, which is why I enjoy working in cyber.
