Cyber Career Transition & Early Leadership - Without Starting Over
I help non-technical professionals and emerging leaders build confidence, credibility, and real pathways into cybersecurity and leadership roles.
Founder & CEO, Lateral Connect | 13+ years in Cybersecurity, GRC & Audit | NED | Industry Mentor | Women in Tech Global Awards Nominee
Why Lateral Moves Work:
- Build on what you already know
- Fast-track your leadership visibility
- Sideways is the new upwards
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For Organisations
Upskill your teams, not just your tech. Bring Victoria in to coach your people through early leadership readiness, digital adoption, and lateral mobility – without relying on outdated pipelines.
These programme supports professionals transitioning into cyber, governance, risk, and early leadership roles in the UK and globally.
How We Help You Succeed
Career Career Accelerator
This is the roadmap professionals use to move from uncertainty to industry credibility – from learning core concepts to landing interviews and roles.
Early Leadership Accelerator
1-2-1 coaching to build clarity, confidence, and executive presence. Most leadership challenges aren’t skill gaps. They’re confidence, clarity, and communication gaps.
Cyber Training & Mentoring Programme
Lateral Connect’s 5-months online, hands-on workshops covering cyber, risk, digital strategy, and leadership essentials. Built for real-life challenges, not just exams.
Cyber Risk & Digital Trust Consulting
Practical support for SMEs to assess risk, strengthen cyber resilience, meet privacy and compliance obligations – covering strategy, training, audits, and advisory services.
Who This Is For
- Career Changers
Professionals from HR, sales, marketing, compliance, or operations ready to pivot into cybersecurity or tech leadership without starting over. - IT-Adjacent Professionals
Those in support, networks, or project roles looking to step into higher-impact cyber, risk, or leadership positions. - Emerging & Early Leaders
Individuals seeking real-world preparation to build confidence, credibility, and leadership capability – not just credentials. - Teams & SMEs
Organisations developing in-house cyber, risk, and leadership talent through structured training and mentoring.
Our Approach
Lateral First. Leadership Always.
The future needs more than specialists.
It needs connectors, communicators, and decision-makers who bridge technology, risk, and business.
That’s where lateral talent thrives.
We don’t just teach cyber skills.
We build confidence, clarity, and leadership mindset from day one.
This is about becoming credible, employable, and ready to lead.
Bio
Victoria Coker is a recognised voice in cybersecurity career transition, leadership development, and inclusive talent growth. As Founder and CEO of Lateral Connect, she helps professionals from HR, compliance, sales, and operations pivot into impactful cyber, risk, and leadership roles – without starting over.
Victoria’s work goes beyond upskilling.
It focuses on building a future-proof leadership pipeline rooted in diversity, agility, and real-world application – where transferable skills are recognised, and potential is turned into performance.
Ready to Start Your Cyber Career Transition?
Join one of our programmes and begin your transformation today.
See What Our Stars Say About Us
Beyond technical skills, the mentorship and career guidance have provided me with confidence and direction. The user-friendly learning system and the guided practice keeps me motivated. I highly recommend this program to anyone starting their cybersecurity journey.
~ Swarnajhoti
Having a mentor was pivotal in guiding me through various complex topics, providing a safe space for questions, and encouraging my growth. The hands-on assignments, such as drafting cybersecurity policies and producing pentesting reports, helped me apply theoretical knowledge in practical scenarios.
~ Summetha
The Lateral Connect Cybersecurity Mentorship Programme has provided a unique opportunity for aspiring cybersecurity professionals such as myself to gain practical experience and industry insights from certified experts. The programme was designed to equip all of its participants with a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and techniques.
~ Hafiz
Completing the Lateral Connect programme has been an enriching journey, equipping me with the technical and soft skills essential in today’s cybersecurity landscape. As someone aspiring to enter the cybersecurity field, I found this programme provided the right tools and techniques to transform me from a recent graduate into a job-ready professional.
~ Osama
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FAQs
Do I need a tech or leadership background to join?
No. You do not need a technical degree, coding experience, or prior leadership title.
My programmes are designed for non-technical professionals, graduates, and career changers who want to move into cybersecurity or step into early leadership roles using transferable skills such as communication, analysis, risk awareness, and decision-making.
How long does it take?
It depends on the pathway you choose:
5-Week Accelerator – Ideal for clarity, direction, and fast positioning
5-Week Early Leadership – Build confidence and succeed in complex, high-stakes environments.
5-Month Training & Mentoring Programme – Deep skills, mentoring, and job readiness
Both are designed to run alongside full-time work or study, without burnout.
What kind of roles do people pivot into?
People transition into roles such as:
GRC Analyst / Risk & Compliance
Junior SOC Analyst
Cybersecurity Operations
Audit & Assurance
Cloud & Security Support Roles
Early Cyber Leadership Tracks
The role depends on your background, strengths, and career goals, not a one-size-fits-all path.
Do you work with companies too?
Yes. I work with organisations to:
Develop early-career and non-traditional cyber talent
Support upskilling and leadership readiness
Provide mentored, job-ready candidates
Align training with real business and security needs
This creates better outcomes for both individuals and employers.
How do I start - and how does payment work?
You start by booking a discovery call or applying online.
This helps ensure the programme is the right fit for you.
Payment options:
✔ Pay in full
✔ Two-part payment plan (split payments available)
Details are shared transparently after your initial conversation.
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