Cybersecurity is one of the most in-demand career paths in tech right now — and you told us loud and clear.

Cybersecurity is one of the most in-demand pathways in tech right now — and you told us loud and clear.

Based on student experience surveys from last year’s events, cybersecurity was the most requested topic for 2026. In response, and as part of our commitment to supporting your professional development beyond the classroom, we’re excited to launch our first ICT Industry Talk of the year.

This session will share real-world insights into employability, industry expectations, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity and the wider tech sector.

Meet the Speaker: From Student to Sponsored Tech Professional

For this session, we’re welcoming Victor Demarchi, a Senior Systems Engineer at WiseTech Global (Sydney). Victor was once an international student, just like many of you, and has since built a successful career in the Australian tech industry — including securing employer sponsorship. He’ll be sharing his genuine journey, the challenges he faced, and the lessons he learned along the way.

“Hi everyone, I am Victor, and I am a Senior Systems Engineer at WiseTech Global, a technology enthusiast and lifelong Linux fan, the kind of person who enjoys breaking things just to understand how to fix them and hopefully make them more secure afterwards.

I work mainly with infrastructure, cloud platforms and cybersecurity, helping protect systems, data and people in environments that are getting more complex every year, especially now with artificial intelligence becoming part of everything we do.

Most of my time is spent building secure systems, fixing problems, improving performance and making sure things keep running when they are under pressure. I also love automating tasks, testing new ideas and asking simple but important questions like “what could go wrong here?”

When I am not protecting servers from bad decisions, including my own, I enjoy sharing what I learn, helping students start their careers and reminding everyone that curiosity, adaptability and continuous learning are the most important skills in tech today.

It will be a pleasure to share a bit of my ‘day-to-day’ life in a tech enterprise with you, and I am really excited to talk about careers in cybersecurity in the age of artificial intelligence.”

What Will This Session Cover?

1. Careers in Cybersecurity for ICT Students

Victor will break down:

• – Entry-level to advanced roles in cybersecurity

– The skills employers are actually looking for
– Valuable certifications, including: CompTIA Security+, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), AWS & Azure security specialisations

You’ll gain clarity on how to position yourself for a cybersecurity career while studying ICT.

2. Cybersecurity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

AI is changing everything — including cyber threats and defence.

This session will explore:

• – How AI is being used in cyber attacks (e.g. deepfakes, automated phishing)
• – How AI and machine learning strengthen cybersecurity defences
• – What this means for future job roles and skill sets
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  If you’re interested in both AI and security, this is a must-attend.

Session Format & Details

Date: Weds 25 Feb 2026   
Delivery: Online session
Time: 4 – 5  PM
Duration: 1 hour total
💬 Live Q&A at the end
Who can attend: open to all Mindroom students & the public

Note: We conducted a survey with all Mindroom IT students to find the best day and time for this event. 25/2 from 4–5 pm was the most popular choice. Thank you to everyone who participated!

Agenda

• – Welcome & Speaker Introduction
  Overview of the session and Victor’s background
• – Cybersecurity Career Pathways
  How ICT students can enter and progress in the cybersecurity field
• – Skills & Certifications
  Technical and soft skills that boost employability
• – AI & the Future of Cybersecurity Careers
  How AI is shaping the industry and future opportunities
• – Q&A and Student Advice
  Practical tips, honest insights, and career guidance

Register to Attend

Registration will be required to receive the session link.
Don’t miss out!