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Natalie Zelman
Natalie Zelman
We’re excited to spotlight Natalie Zelman, a seasoned cybersecurity and governance leader whose career bridges technical depth with strategic vision. Currently a Senior Governance, Risk, and Compliance Analyst at F5 Networks, Natalie has built a track record of uniting engineering, legal, and risk teams to strengthen customer trust and regulatory alignment. Her journey spans roles in security operations, GRC program leadership, and customer trust management at industry leaders like HashiCorp and Threat Stack, where she developed scalable frameworks, optimized security assessment processes, and supported Fortune 500 clients. Starting her career in financial services at Brown Brothers Harriman, she gained a foundation in cyber risk, compliance, and international regulatory frameworks, from GDPR to NYS-DFS. A lifelong learner with a mathematics background, Natalie is known for transforming complex compliance requirements into actionable, cross-functional programs that deliver lasting change. She’s also an active member of the WiCyS community, championing collaboration, professional growth, and the power of advocating for oneself.
What’s a recent win or milestone you’re proud of? Don’t be shy — we want the full story.
What’s a recent win or milestone you’re proud of? Don’t be shy — we want the full story.
A recent milestone I’m proud of was bringing together my diverse experiences—from secure software development and audit readiness to customer trust and regulatory alignment—into a cohesive, cross-functional approach that supported both my team and broader organizational initiatives. Seeing how these efforts strengthened collaboration across engineering, legal, and risk teams was professionally fulfilling and reinforced my belief in how integrated GRC can drive meaningful, lasting change.
How has "community" made a difference in supporting or celebrating your achievements?
How has "community" made a difference in supporting or celebrating your achievements?
The WiCyS community has played a key role in supporting my career transitions—especially as I moved from roles with a singular functional focus into a more holistic GRC position. The encouragement, knowledge sharing, and sense of belonging helped me grow into a well-rounded professional.
What are some words of wisdom you'd like to share with the community?
What are some words of wisdom you'd like to share with the community?
A few words of wisdom: if your boundaries make others uncomfortable, that often means they’re working as intended. Advocate for yourself, even if it challenges the status quo—it’s how real change starts.
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