Kailani Del Rio

 Kailani Del Rio is an IT Security Analyst currently employed at Sycuan Casino and Resort who made the leap from teaching K–12 students to defending digital landscapes. With 1.5 years in cybersecurity and a background in education, she brings a unique perspective on problem-solving and continuous learning. She thrives in competitive environments, regularly participating in hackathons and Capture the Flag (CTF) challenges to sharpen her technical edge. She believes these competitions aren’t just games—they’re powerful tools for building real-world security skills. Passionate about bridging gaps between theory and practice, Kailani champions hands-on approaches to staying ahead in the ever-changing cybersecurity field.