Enida Metaj is a transformational cybersecurity leader whose impact extends far beyond the enterprise. With more than 15 years of experience across IT, finance, and cybersecurity, she has driven measurable business and security outcomes at Rockwell Automation, a Fortune 500 critical infrastructure company, including leading efforts that enabled multiple business units to achieve ISO 27001 certification while advancing governance, resilience, and enterprise-wide security maturity.

Over the past year, she delivered 12 presentations at invitation-only executive forums and premier cybersecurity conferences, including CyberRisk Collaborative, ISACA, ISSA, HTCIA, SecureWorld, and CXO Xchange CyberCon. At the invitation of a U.S. Air Force Commander, she spoke directly to an active cyber squadron on leadership, resilience, and empowering the next generation of cyber professionals in mission-critical operations.

A passionate advocate for mentorship and workforce development, Enida serves as a mentor for WomSA and Oakland University’s Leadership Program, Employment Director and Board Member for ISSA MotorCity, and a NICE/NIST Cyber Career Ambassador. She is also the author of an eBook designed to inspire future leaders and encourage executives to create opportunities and open doors for others in cybersecurity.

Her leadership and service have earned widespread recognition, including her selection as one of Oakland County’s 2025 “40 Under 40,” her appointment as a 2026 judge for the same award, her receipt of the FutureCon Award of Excellence, recognition from the Governor and Lieutenant Governor, and a personal letter from a U.S. Senator commending her leadership and contributions to the cybersecurity community.

Enida leads cybersecurity while shaping the future of the profession through mentorship, service, and national influence.