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Tagiilima Neemia
Tagiilima Neemia brings a wealth of experience as the first female cybersecurity expert in Samoa, who studied her Masters of Cybersecurity at RMIT in Melbourne, Australia.
About Tagiilima Neemia
Tagiilima Neemia is an accomplished software engineer at PatientNotes, bringing a wealth of experience and a pioneering spirit to the team. As the first female cybersecurity expert in Samoa, Ms. Neemia has been instrumental in promoting women's participation in the IT sector in her home country.
Ms. Neemia's dedication to advancing technology and empowering women in her community is evident in her work. She believes in the transformative power of technology to improve lives and career opportunities for women in Samoa. Her most recent role as ACEO of Information Technology at the Ministry of Communications & Information Technology in Samoa further highlights her leadership and commitment to bridging the digital divide.
Tagiilima Neemia's impressive career includes positions such as Principal PC/Network Officer and Principal Business Data Analyst at the Ministry of Finance, Samoa, where she served from January 2021 to April 2024 and from April 2014 to January 2020, respectively. Her contributions to the field of technology and her community continue to inspire and pave the way for future generations of women in IT.
Her journey in IT leadership began with the Australia Awards Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI), where she developed valuable skills, knowledge, and networks. During her time with the WLI, Ms. Neemia was mentored by Megan Hass, an Australian IT sector leader, who introduced her to Sarah Moran, the co-founder of Girl Geek Academy. This connection sparked the establishment of Girl Geek Academy in Samoa in early 2020, aimed at engaging young girls in coding workshops to inspire interest in STEM careers. These workshops, which were free for girls and their female relatives, sought to break down gender stereotypes and encourage more women to pursue technology-related careers.
In 2020, Ms. Neemia also played a pivotal role in the WLI Leadership for COVID-19 Response and Recovery Program. She led cyber safety and security workshops for families in rural communities, emphasizing internet safety and digital literacy, which garnered significant interest from parents.