Meet our people: Rhoda

What inspired you to pursue a career in penetration testing?

Coming from a cyber security background - where my focus was more on governance, risk, and compliance - penetration testing was the other side of cyber security that I hadn’t tapped into yet but had always been curious about.

Joining Zoonou gave me the opportunity to explore that hands-on, and I’ve really enjoyed learning the practical and offensive side of security. It’s been rewarding to build those skills and fully understand the ins and outs.

How has your first year been at Zoonou?

It’s been a great year! I genuinely feel at home here, which is something I hadn’t experienced in previous roles. The team and management have been supportive, and the environment is one where I feel comfortable learning, growing, and contributing. It’s made all the difference in my journey into penetration testing so far.

What does being part of a B Corp certified company mean to you?

To me, being part of a certified B Corp company means working somewhere that values more than just profit. It reflects a commitment to ethics, sustainability, and people. It’s reassuring to know I’m contributing to a business that is trying to make a positive impact on the world and not just in the tech space.

How does being an employee-owner impact the way you approach your work?

Being an employee-owner makes me feel genuinely valued and invested in the company’s success. It motivates me to put in my best every day, knowing that what I contribute helps shape the future of Zoonou.

What advice would you give other women looking at a career in cyber security?

Don’t be intimidated by how male-dominated the field might seem. I’ve worked in male-dominated spaces since university and throughout my career - and it’s only motivated me to prove myself. There’s a real need for more women in tech and cyber security.

You might even be the first woman of your background in the room - and that’s powerful. The more women who join tech and cyber security, the closer we get to building a truly inclusive future

If you could instantly master one new skill (work-related or not), would it be?

If I could master any skill instantly, it would be the ability to read something once and remember it forever like Mike Ross from Suits. That kind of skill is worth billions...

But to be realistic, I would like to master the skill of speaking fluent Spanish.

About Zoonou

Zoonou is a UK-based software testing company. We’re a B Corp and 100% employee owned. Combining technical delivery and advisory services, we collaborate with the private, public and third sectors to create better software, services and products.