Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Technical Skills
Languages
Timeline
Gerardo Torres

Gerardo Torres

Summary

Experienced with identifying and mitigating cybersecurity threats. Utilizes penetration testing and continuous monitoring to safeguard information systems. Knowledge of encryption techniques and regulatory compliance to ensure robust data protection.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Optician

Americas Best Eyewear
02.2023 - Current
  • Scheduled and managed over 100 patient appointments per week
  • Implemented local data protection practices aligned with HIPAA standards
  • Collaborated across departments to streamline testing and appointment flow.

Volunteer Technician

Cristo El Salvador Church
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Set up and optimized Wi-Fi routers for full building coverage
  • Installed and configured TVs and sound systems for church services and events


Team Leader

Chick-Fil-A
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Trained and supported new staff in high-volume customer service environment
  • Recognized for maintaining calm, clear communication under pressure.

Education

Cybersecurity -

University of Texas At San Antonio, San Antonio, TX
05-2026
  • GPA: 3.85
  • Dean List 2023-2025
  • Relevant Coursework: Programming in Python & Java, Network Security, Intrusion Detection, Telecommunications and Networking, Unlocking Cyber, Scripting Fundamentals, Programming 2 JAVA, Programming 2 Python

Skills

  • Network Security & Monitoring
  • Threat Analysis & Mitigation
  • Incident Response & Recovery
  • Helpdesk Operations
  • HIPAA & Data Compliance
  • Customer-Centric Problem Solving
  • Phishing awareness
  • Network protocols
  • Encryption techniques

Certification

  • CompTIA ITF+ — Certified May 19, 2022
  • Certification Number: COMP001021814931
  • Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) - Certified May 5, 2025

Technical Skills

  • Languages: Python, Java, Bash
  • Tools: Wireshark, Nmap, Kali Linux, Splunk (basic)
  • Systems: Windows, Linux, MacOS

Languages

English: Native/Bilingual
Spanish: Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Volunteer Technician - Cristo El Salvador Church
05.2024 - 06.2024
Optician - Americas Best Eyewear
02.2023 - Current
Team Leader - Chick-Fil-A
08.2022 - 02.2023
University of Texas At San Antonio - Cybersecurity,