121. Stay Safe Online! Balancing Miss Maryland & Cyber Security Responsibilities (ft. Kennedy Taylor)

Sharing too much personal information online can make you
vulnerable to identity theft, cyberbullying, and other forms of
online harm. Being cautious about what you share helps safeguard
your privacy and security. Social media platforms can
unfortunately become breeding grounds for cyberbullying,
harassment, and trolling.





In this episode, Miss Maryland 2023 Kennedy Taylor discusses why
being mindful of your interactions and reporting inappropriate
behavior helps create a safer online environment for everyone.
Online scams and phishing attempts are prevalent, with scammers
trying to steal personal information or money. Practicing caution
and skepticism can help you avoid falling victim to such schemes.
She also shares her balance between life as a cybersecurity
professional and her responsibilities as the reigning Miss
Maryland 2023.


Kennedy Taylor is a Senior Cybersecurity Consultant for
Ernst and Young, where she specializes in Cybersecurity Supply
Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) for federal clients. She recently
attained her Master’s in Cybersecurity Risk Management from
Georgetown University and a professional certification in data
privacy. Outside of her professional
career, Kennedy won the title of Miss Maryland 2023 in
June. For the first time in Maryland
history, Kennedy brought home two preliminary
scholarship awards from Miss America, totaling $6000, and placed
in the Top 10. As Miss Maryland, she educates youth on internet
safety best practices and advocates for adequate privacy
regulations to protect youth through her service initiative,
CyberSafe Kids. This year, Kennedy started a podcast
called “Ladies Lead,” where she inspires & empowers women to
break barriers.