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Andres Ibarra

Tustin,CA

Summary

Dynamic cybersecurity professional with extensive experience at Blizzard Entertainment, excelling in incident response and threat hunting. Proven ability to mitigate risks through effective log analysis and vulnerability management. Strong communicator adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GEROC Operator

Blizzard Entertainment
Irvine, CA
03.2025 - Current

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and analyze security events and incidents in real-time
  • Investigate and triage security alerts, escalating critical issues to senior team members or appropriate departments to mitigate risks and prevent security breaches.
  • Perform log analysis, identify suspicious activities, and conduct proactive threat hunting to uncover vulnerabilities within the organization's infrastructure.
  • Coordinate with internal and external teams to execute incident response protocols, including containment, eradication, and recovery, following industry best practices.
  • Continuously stay updated on emerging cyber threats, trends, and industry best practices to enhance the organization's security posture.
  • Provide support for vulnerability management processes, including scanning, patching, and addressing critical system vulnerabilities.

Key Skills:

  • Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools (Lenel, Service Desk, Xprotect, etc.).
  • Incident Response & Management
  • Threat Hunting & Vulnerability Management
  • Log Analysis & Event Correlation
  • Cybersecurity Best Practices & Regulatory Compliance
  • Security Monitoring & Alerting
  • Risk Mitigation & Threat Intelligence

Access Control Specialist

Rivian
Tustin, CA
01.2023 - 03.2025

Key Responsibilities:

  • System Design & Implementation: Designed, configured, and deployed scalable access control systems, including biometric, RFID, and proximity card technologies, to ensure secure entry for authorized personnel.
  • Security & Risk Management: Conducted regular risk assessments and vulnerability audits to identify potential security breaches, developing strategies to mitigate risks and enhance overall system integrity.
  • User Access Control: Managed and maintained user access privileges across physical and digital platforms, ensuring the proper authorization for all personnel in line with security policies and procedures.
  • Incident Response & Investigation: Led incident response for access-related security breaches, analyzing logs, identifying the source of unauthorized access, and implementing corrective actions.
  • Integration & Troubleshooting: Integrated access control systems with other security technologies (CCTV, alarms, and monitoring software) to provide a unified, comprehensive security framework.

Key Skills:

  • Physical and Logical Access Control Systems (Genetec, HID, S2 Security, etc.)
  • Cybersecurity Protocols and Threat Mitigation.
  • Incident Response & Forensic Analysis
  • Security Audits & Risk Assessments
  • Compliance (GDPR, ISO 27001, HIPAA, etc.)
  • System Integration & Troubleshooting
  • User Training & Documentation
  • Project Management & Cross-functional Collaboration

IT Help Desk Technician

Mercury Insurance
Orange, CA
01.2021 - 01.2023

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide timely and effective technical support for end-users, addressing issues related to hardware, software, networking, and system applications.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues via phone, email, remote desktop, and on-site assistance, ensuring quick resolution of support tickets.
  • Maintain and manage help desk ticketing systems, prioritizing and categorizing incoming requests to ensure efficient handling.
  • Install, configure, and upgrade software and hardware components, including desktops, laptops, printers, and peripheral devices.
  • Assist with network connectivity issues, including VPN setup, Wi-Fi troubleshooting, and troubleshooting DNS, TCP/IP, and DHCP issues.
  • Collaborate with other IT teams to resolve more complex technical issues and escalate problems when necessary.
  • Provide user training on common software applications, company-specific tools, and IT security best practices.
  • Maintain documentation of troubleshooting steps, known issues, and user-facing solutions in knowledge base for future reference.
  • Monitor system performance and proactively identify potential issues, taking preventive measures to avoid disruptions.

Key Skills:

  • Technical troubleshooting (Windows, macOS, Linux)
  • Hardware and software installation and maintenance
  • Remote support and diagnostic tools
  • Network troubleshooting (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, Wi-Fi)
  • Help desk ticketing systems (e.g., Zendesk, ServiceNow, Jira)
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices
  • Active Directory and user account management

Certifications:

  • CompTIA A+
  • ITIL Foundation
  • Microsoft Certified: Windows 10

Education

Associate of Arts -

Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA
06-2023

High School Diploma -

Middle College High School
Santa Ana, CA
06-2015

Bachelor of Arts - International Business Management

Cal State Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA

Skills

  • Security information management
  • Incident response
  • Threat hunting
  • Log analysis
  • Vulnerability management
  • Risk assessment
  • Technical troubleshooting (Windows, macOS, Linux)
  • Hardware and software installation and maintenance
  • Remote support and diagnostic tools
  • Network troubleshooting (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, Wi-Fi)
  • Help desk ticketing systems (eg, Zendesk, ServiceNow, Jira)
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices
  • Active Directory and user account management

Certification

  • COMP TIA A+ Certified
  • First Aid CPR Certified

Timeline

GEROC Operator

Blizzard Entertainment
03.2025 - Current

Access Control Specialist

Rivian
01.2023 - 03.2025

IT Help Desk Technician

Mercury Insurance
01.2021 - 01.2023

Associate of Arts -

Santa Ana College

High School Diploma -

Middle College High School

Bachelor of Arts - International Business Management

Cal State Dominguez Hills