As Praetorian’s Director of People Operations, Michelle steers a top-tier global talent acquisition program while cultivating Praetorian’s hyper-growth. She is focused on fostering community activation, innovative strategies, and employee retention. Michelle is known for her strategic approach to hiring and integrating cybersecurity experts into startups, steering companies towards rapid growth and global expansion. Acknowledged as a trusted partner in the cybersecurity talent community, Michelle previously dedicated six years at Cigital and Synopsys, focusing on scaling talent and growth within the cybersecurity consulting and solutions space.