Sametria McKinney is the Director of the National Computer Incident Response Team (CIRT-BS) in The Bahamas, where she plays a vital role in enhancing national cybersecurity efforts. With a rich background in cybersecurity leadership, Sametria has previously served as the Chief Information Security Officer at the Central Bank of The Bahamas, where she successfully established the bank's Information Security Department. In her current role at CIRT-BS, Sametria's strategic leadership is crucial in fostering national cyber resilience, providing essential cybersecurity support services to both the public and private sectors. She is spearheading the development and implementation of The Bahamas' first National Cybersecurity Strategy, which includes conducting national assessments and facilitating collaboration among various agencies. Sametria's commitment to raising awareness and education in information security is evident through her active participation as a speaker in numerous regional and global forums. Her dedication to building capacity and strengthening competencies across The Bahamas and the Caribbean underscores her impactful leadership in the field of cybersecurity.