Beyond my professional endeavors, I'm a passionate advocate for diversity in cybersecurity and STEM, leading initiatives like The Black Women in Cyber Collective and founding the BGiC Foundation. My contributions have not only been recognized within the industry, earning me nominations and awards, but have also made tangible impacts, including my involvement in the White House Executive Order on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity.
With a proven track record of excellence, I'm dedicated to advancing the fields of Privacy and Security, leveraging my deep expertise to foster safer, more inclusive digital environments. Welcome to my portfolio, a testament to a career devoted to innovation, inclusivity, and integrity in the digital age.

As a seasoned Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) leader, Talya Parker possesses a unique skill in aligning cybersecurity and privacy frameworks to safeguard sensitive data and ensure compliance with evolving regulations. She adeptly bridges the gap between technical requirements and strategic business objectives. With a deep understanding of global privacy laws and security best practices, Talya leads risk management initiatives and cross-functional teams to bolster organizational resilience and security awareness. She is a pivotal asset in navigating the complex landscape of cybersecurity and privacy alignment.

With over 11 years of experience, Talya has contributed to major organizations like Google, Nike, Georgia Tech, and Deloitte. Her educational qualifications include a Master's in Cybersecurity from Brown University, a Master's in International Business from Nova Southeastern University, and an undergraduate degree from Florida A&M University.

At Google, she was instrumental in developing privacy engineering strategies for products affecting over 4 billion users, conducting comprehensive privacy impact assessments and threat modeling. Her role at Nike involved integrating privacy into new technologies, while at Georgia Tech Research Institute, she managed the deployment of ServiceNow and AWS cloud infrastructures.

Talya is a certified GRC and AWS professional, a co-author of the best-selling cybersecurity book 'Securing Our Future', and the founder of The BGiC Foundation, which champions diversity and inclusion in tech. Recognized as a "Cyber Visionary", she is dedicated to advancing privacy and security, impacting national and global policies.