PepsiCo, Plano, TX / New York, NY

Senior Information Security Analyst | 2018 – Present

In my evolving role at PepsiCo, I have assumed increased responsibilities and led several key initiatives aimed at strengthening the company’s information security posture. My key contributions and achievements include:

Cloud Security Leadership: Conducted in-depth cloud audits, partnering closely with IT and cybersecurity departments, which led to significant enhancements in cloud infrastructure and security policies.

Endpoint Security Management: Administered endpoint security through CrowdStrike, significantly improving threat detection capabilities.

Incident Management Optimization: Utilized Splunk for optimizing incident management processes, achieving quicker response times and more effective threat detection.

Cloud Application Security: Enhanced cloud app security and data protection using Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps as a CASB, ensuring comprehensive threat prevention.

Security Integration in Development: Advocated for "security by design" principles, directing the integration of security practices into the development lifecycle with tools such as Fortify and Checkmarx.

Executive Leadership Engagement: Regularly briefed executive leadership on security strategies and risks, providing actionable insights for effective risk management and policy development.

Security Audits and Compliance: Led detailed security audits and compliance checks, ensuring the IT infrastructure aligns with both internal policies and external regulatory requirements.

Training and Awareness Programs: Developed and led training programs on information security best practices, enhancing organizational security awareness.

Incident Response Leadership: Played a critical advisory role in incident response planning and execution, effectively managing cybersecurity incidents to minimize impact.

KCI, San Antonio, TX

IT Systems Administrator | June 2018 – September 2018

My tenure at KCI involved focusing on optimizing IT systems with a keen emphasis on security, particularly in cloud environments. Key responsibilities included:

Cloud Environment Security: Administered IT systems with a focus on security, leveraging cloud platforms like AWS and Azure to ensure robust protection.

Systems Management: Managed SCCM for efficient patch management and software distribution, maintaining high-security standards for Windows endpoints.

Sherwin-Williams

IT Project Coordinator | May 2018

My role at Sherwin-Williams entailed coordinating IT projects with a strong focus on maintaining high-security standards during server migrations and network upgrades. This position helped me hone my project coordination skills and deepen my understanding of network and server security.

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