SAMANTHA L. ALLEN

Originally from Gary, Indiana and now based on the East Coast, Samantha Allen is a cybersecurity professional with over a decade of experience, including six years as an engineer conducting federally funded research and developing innovative solutions to complex cybersecurity challenges. Beyond her technical work, Samantha is deeply committed to mentorship and education. Through her various professional and volunteer roles, she has engaged with hundreds of STEM students nationwide through mentoring, tutoring, coaching, interviewing, and speaking at conferences, career fairs, and panels. She is passionate about inspiring others to explore cybersecurity and pursue meaningful careers in technology.

Samantha’s hobbies include travel, live entertainment, and learning new things.

M.S. Information Security Technology and Management, Carnegie Mellon University; B.S. Computer Science, Hampton University; CompTIA Security+.