Architecting Authority for Cybersecurity Professionals

A 6-week coaching program designed for cybersecurity professionals to build their reputation and unlock leadership opportunities.

Program Cost: $1649

 

Teaching you the skills and systems to build and manage your professional reputation

You're a cybersecurity professional transforming security expertise into strategic influence...

 

and the growth of your career depends on your ability to communicate your expertise strategically. It's not enough to be exceptional at securing systems and managing risk—you need to project your insights to the right stakeholders at the right time in the right way.

Your ability to influence needs to extend beyond technical excellence, whether you're:

  • Securing buy-in for critical security initiatives
  • Building partnerships with peer executives
  • Positioning yourself for board advisory roles
  • Advancing to senior leadership positions
  • Becoming a recognized voice in the security community

    Without a strategic approach to building influence, your expertise might remain undiscovered potential.

You can transform your career

You can bridge the gap between being a 'dependable contributor' and a recognized authority, using a roadmap to turn your daily professional interactions into career equity.

 

You understand the power of deep expertise, but you're wrestling with:

  • Translating complex security concepts for non-technical audiences
  • Building visibility while maintaining operational security
  • Finding time between critical security responsibilities
  • Balancing organizational constraints with personal growth
  • Moving from technical authority to strategic leader

Your technical skills have brought you this far, but you know that technical expertise alone won't drive the next phase of your career. Even groundbreaking security insights can go unnoticed without a strategic approach to building influence. There's a critical gap between being security-smart and being strategically influential. This program bridges that gap, transforming technical excellence into strategic authority.

What you'll learn.

This program covers:

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  • Crafting Your Professional Brand – Define your unique value proposition
  • Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile – Get noticed by recruiters and executives
  • Building Thought Leadership – Learn how to position yourself as an expert
  • Navigating Career Transitions – Prepare for promotions and leadership roles
  • Mastering Personal PR – Get invited to panels, podcasts, and industry events

Self-paced video lessons released weekly, plus live community office hours

Secure your spot!

Master The Five Domains of Building Your Professional Reputation

Over the 6 week coaching program, you will master five critical domains to successfully build a professional reputation that stands out and fuels your success. Download the full syllabus and learn more about the program. 

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What you'll get.

You'll walk away with...

  • 4 Private 1:1 Coaching Sessions – Get personalized strategy & feedback
  • A Polished LinkedIn Profile – Attract leadership roles & new opportunities
  • A Thought-Leadership One-Pager – Position yourself as an expert in your field
  • A Reputation Roadmap – A clear, step-by-step plan for building your influence
  • A Notion Workspace – Journal prompts, activities, and idea collection to organize and implement everything you learn.
  • A Badge and Certificate - officially numbered and verifiable certification you can share on LinkedIn and your resume

And you’ll do it all with expert guidance, a supportive network, and a proven framework that WORKS.

 

MEET THE AUTHORITY STRATEGISTS

REAL STORIES. REAL GROWTH.

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Product Security Leader

Trupti Shiralkar

"The Architecting Authority framework helped me find my voice, own my story, and realize that branding isn’t bragging—it’s being boldly, authentically you. This course was a game-changer."

Eric Olson

Author | Investor | Cyber Guy

Eric Olson

"I literally can't say enough great things about this course.  Heather not only helped me get over some key hurdles in building my professional foundation, she led me to see the foundational blocks I was putting in my own way.  I've always said that clarity is power and that a problem well-defined is half solved.  The values, purpose and vision exercises, if you REALLY invest the time and emotion to dig deep and do them right, are worth the price all by themselves."

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Speaker | Author | Cyber Strategist

Dr. Dustin Sachs, DCS, CISSP, CCISO

“I came out of this course empowered with a plan, allowing me to have direction and structure I had previously been seeking. I highly recommend this course regardless of what level you are at in your career. This was the course I didn’t know I needed, but can’t imagine not taking.”

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CEO | Author

Kurtis Minder

"Architecting Authority helped me connect the dots between my personal mission and the work I do every day. The course created space to reflect on what really drives me—and how to show up in a way that aligns with that purpose. One of the best parts was getting to connect with other cybersecurity professionals who are thinking just as intentionally about their impact and visibility. It’s a rare opportunity to step back, recalibrate, and move forward with clarity."

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Applied GenAI Evangelist | Cyber Leader | Speaker

Tim Rohrbaugh

"I recently completed the 'Cybersecurity Pros' course, and it exceeded my expectations. Heather's instruction was top-notch, bringing structure and process to areas outside our typical comfort zone. This makes the process accessible and actionable. Beyond the curriculum, the added magic was in the cohort. It was incredibly enriching to go through the program with a group of experienced cybersecurity professionals, all bringing unique perspectives and a willingness to share. This shared journey made the learning much deeper and more impactful. If you want to turn your technical skills into real industry influence and connect with impressive peers, this is the course for you."

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Security Architect | Speaker

Sandeep Jayashankar

"Architecting Authority helped me translate my experience and values into a clear, authentic narrative. The course gave me a structured framework to define and amplify my personal brand with confidence. It was one of the most transformational professional experiences I've had."

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Fraud Fighter | Fraud & Risk Compliance Analyst

Sina Eames

"The best way to improve is to learn from those that have walked that path.  This series of workshops helped me realize my mental obstacles, my inner powers, and my ability to use them to overcome any struggle (especially in this job market). If you're looking to challenge your thought process, I would highly recommend becoming part of this. Heather is a natural leader with valuable information to help you succeed!"

Frequently Asked Questions

You might be wondering...

Here are few questions we hear a lot. If you still have question, reach out. We'd be happy to help. 

When you register for this program, you will receive a new on-demand video coaching lesson each Monday. This will be accompanied with journal prompts, activities and templates to get you started integrating the lesson into your professional networking efforts.

You are also invited to weekly office hours where you will be able to meet other participants, as well as bring any questions or discussion topics on your mind.

Finally, you can book up to 4 1:1 sessions with Heather during the 12 months following your enrollment. These sessions can be used to do a deep dive and get feedback on anything you feel you need extra support on.

The registration fee is $1,649 per seat. We can offer discounts for organizations looking to enroll multiple participants. We also offer private cohorts. Reach out to info@ah-ha.ai today to discuss your needs.

When you enroll in the program, you will receive an email each Monday for 6 consecutive weeks releasing the week’s lesson and activities. You will retain full access to all of the lessons within the platform for 12 months. You will have the opportunity to download the worksheets so you never lose access to the templates and support materials.

Expect about  2.5-4 hours per week, including participation in office hours, any 1:1 sessions, and completing the exercises.

When you enroll, you’ll receive an invitation to join the weekly Zoom office hours. This is an open conversation time where you can bring any questions related to the program. Additionally, we sometimes bring guest speakers to provide additional insights and inspiration. Office hours are optional but highly encouraged as an opportunity to meet peers and receive support and guidance as you navigate on your professional development journey.

Because office hours are optional, there is no consequence for missing. We do recommend joining as often as you can. The support of the community is a major boost for most participants and the connections you’ll make are highly valuable.

There’s never a perfect time—there’s only now. If you’re thinking about it, it’s probably because you know this could help you. Book a pre-chat and we can explore your concerns together.

What you'll learn

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will gain valuable skills and confidence. 

Develop a strong personal brand

Understand the components of a personal brand and how to articulate your unique value proposition. Create and refine a personal brand statement and elevator pitch.

Optimize your online presence

Enhance your LinkedIn profile and other social media profiles for maximum visibility and engagement. Build a professional online presence that attracts your target audience.

Master networking strategies

Utilize effective networking techniques both online and in-person to expand your professional network. Leverage tools and strategies to get referrals, leads, and speaking opportunities.

Create engaging content

Develop a content creation strategy that aligns with their personal brand and engages your audience. Learn to use various tools and systems for idea curation, planning, and publishing content.

Secure speaking engagements

 Identify and apply for speaking opportunities that enhance your professional credibility. Create impactful presentations that inspire and engage your audience.

Build media relationships

Craft compelling media pitches to gain media exposure without needing an agency. Build and maintain a media list and align story angles with relevant publications.

Implement a personal branding system

Learn about free and low-cost tools to help manage your personal branding activities. Track and analyze your branding efforts to continuously improve your strategies.

Overcome personal barriers

Address and overcome imposter syndrome and other limiting beliefs. Develop a resilient mindset that supports your personal branding efforts.