In this episode, we speak to Ann at GCHQ. Ann reflects on all-things careers: how she ended up at GCHQ; her non-linear career trajectory; and the diversity of people, roles and careers available at GCHQ. Ann also covers the kinds of skills needed in a variety of roles as well as her top tips for young people and career changers. https://www.turing.ac.uk/data-science-and-ai-careers-spotlight-series/spotlight-series

Career reflections with GCHQ 

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In this episode, we speak to Vicky at NHS England. Vicky is a regional cyber security lead for the NHS and she’s here to talk to us about how her role works, how she got into this sector and how her team works to support the NHS, including the WannaCry attack – a pivotal moment for NHS cyber security. Vicky also talks to us about her personal career reflections where she covers essential skills, her advice and what a career starter might do to get into the world of cyber security or the NHS.&nbsp; For more info please visit - https://www.turing.ac.uk/data-science-and-ai-careers-spotlight-series/spotlight-series

Career reflections with NHS England

How do I get into a data science and AI career? What roles are available to me? Do I need a STEM degree or equivalent to work in this world? What does day-to-day life look like in various data science-related roles? Can I make a positive impact on society in this role?&nbsp; If you have ever wondered about the answer to these questions, then you have come to the right place: The Alan Turing Institute’s Spotlight Series. In this series, which is comprised of short videos and longer podcast interviews, we ask current data science professionals working across government and academia these exact questions and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Funded by the Institute’s Defence and Security partners, the Spotlight Series aims to show that data science and AI careers are for anyone and therefore encourage greater diversity into data science and AI careers.&nbsp; https://www.turing.ac.uk/data-science-and-ai-careers-spotlight-series/spotlight-series

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