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George L. Nunez

Watsonville,CA

Summary

Experienced IT and cybersecurity professional with a background in corporate and consulting roles. Proven expertise in managing cybersecurity programs, teaching cybersecurity fundamentals, protecting IT assets, and implementing security infrastructures for both small and large organizations. Skilled in incident response, cloud migration, Python programming, digital forensics, and malware analysis. Proficient with a variety of security tools and other platforms including but not limited to Crowdstrike, ESET, Microsoft 365, AWS, GCP, and Docker.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Systems Engineer

Brennan Medical Corporation
Watsonville, CA
02.2023 - Current
  • Configured and monitored network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
  • Developed and maintained system documentation, including installation procedures, operational guidelines, and user manuals.
  • Installed and configured server hardware components such as processors, memory modules, hard drives, RAID controllers, power supplies.
  • Performed software installations of Windows Server operating systems and applications.
  • Implemented security measures to protect data from unauthorized access or malicious attacks.
  • Developed and implemented HIPAA policies and procedures.
  • Conducted internal audits to identify potential compliance issues.
  • Monitored changes in relevant federal and state regulations, rules, and laws related to HIPAA compliance.
  • Performed comprehensive analysis of existing EHR systems and identified areas for improvement.
  • Conducted user training sessions to ensure optimal usage of the new EHR system.
  • Provided technical assistance to staff on various aspects of the EHR system, such as patient registration, billing, scheduling.

IT & Cybersecurity Consultant

Self-Employeed
Central, CA
06.2018 - Current
  • Monitored security systems for threats or unauthorized access attempts, and took necessary steps to address any potential issues.
  • Developed and implemented cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards to ensure the organization's information assets are secure.
  • Performed risk assessments of existing IT infrastructure to identify areas of vulnerability and develop mitigation plans.
  • Conducted penetration tests on networks, applications, databases, and other systems to identify security flaws.
  • Created detailed reports outlining findings from security audits and presented them to management for review.
  • Assisted with incident response activities such as forensic analysis of compromised systems and investigation of malicious activity.
  • Worked closely with internal teams to ensure that applications meet required security standards prior to deployment.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Security Engineer

Golden State Assembly
Morgan Hill, CA
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Configured firewalls, intrusion detection systems and network access control lists to secure the organization's networks.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of security trends and best practices to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
  • Conducted periodic vulnerability scans using automated tools to detect weaknesses in the systems.
  • Provided technical support to end-users on a variety of computer software and hardware issues.
  • Installed, configured, tested, and maintained operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
  • Created technical documentation for internal use by IT staff members.
  • Assisted with network infrastructure design and implementation.
  • Developed and implemented security training programs for new and existing employees.

Cybersecurity Comp Tech

Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, CA
06.2020 - 11.2020
  • Managed and protected cloud infrastructures, provided technical support, and trained on malware fundamentals.
  • Provided technical support to students and staff on cloud-based systems.
  • Monitored the performance of multiple cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform,Digital Ocean and other industry-leading providers.
  • Troubleshot complex problems with cloud computing systems and networks.

Cybersecurity Admin

Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA
08.2019 - 09.2020
  • Protected IT assets, created hacking competitions for students, and partnered with Skills USA to serve multiple states.
  • Monitored security systems for threats or unauthorized access attempts, and took necessary steps to address any potential issues.
  • Provided technical guidance regarding cyber security best practices to students in order to maintain Cyber Hygiene.
  • Researched emerging technologies related to cyber security and made recommendations on curriculum implementation.

Cybersecurity Instructor

Pajaro Valley Unified School District
Watsonville, CA
06.2016 - 06.2018
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to instruct students on the principles of IT and Cybersecurity.
  • Managed cybersecurity classes, prepared students for CTF competitions and hackathons
  • Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.

Education

Ethical Hacking - Computer Information Systems

EC-Council University
Albuquerque, NM
12-2023

Cybersecurity Proffesional - Computer Information Systems

Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA
12-2023

Skills

  • Penetration Testing
  • System Testing
  • Most Operating systems (Linux,Windows, MacOS)
  • Disaster Recovery
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Virtualization Technologies
  • Scripting Languages
  • Network Architecture
  • Network Security
  • Technical Writing
  • Python Programming
  • Cloud Migration
  • Malware Analysis
  • Digital Forensics
  • Mainstream Security Tools
  • Server Management
  • VMware

Affiliations

Projects:

  • Developed a warshipping device for educational purposes.
  • Developed skimmer devices for education purposes under Cabrillo College
  • Participated in creating and analyzing malware for educational and competitive purposes.
  • Personal Web Applications and Design

Volunteer Work & Extracurricular Activities:

  • SkillsUSA participant and coach for cybersecurity competitions.
  • Winner of fastest PC build in a regional competition.
  • Member of cybersecurity groups (Bay Area OWASP, Pacific Hackers).
  • Regular attendee of cybersecurity conferences (RSA, BSIDES, DEFCON).

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Systems Engineer

Brennan Medical Corporation
02.2023 - Current

Security Engineer

Golden State Assembly
09.2022 - 09.2023

Cybersecurity Comp Tech

Diablo Valley College
06.2020 - 11.2020

Cybersecurity Admin

Cabrillo College
08.2019 - 09.2020

IT & Cybersecurity Consultant

Self-Employeed
06.2018 - Current

Cybersecurity Instructor

Pajaro Valley Unified School District
06.2016 - 06.2018

Ethical Hacking - Computer Information Systems

EC-Council University

Cybersecurity Proffesional - Computer Information Systems

Cabrillo College
George L. Nunez