Julio Gonzalez
Summary
Results-driven, highly organized, goal-oriented, technology professional with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic with broad experience in multiple facets of Information Technology; including system administration, Networking, application support and maintenance, software and hardware support as well as the implementation of cybersecurity safeguards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Cyber Security Engineer
Caret - (Formerly Abacusnext)
La Jolla, CA
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Directed vulnerability assessments or analysis of information security systems with Rapid7 InsightVM.
- Identified risks and vulnerabilities reported in Microsoft Azure Sentinel
- Administered and supported Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Identity.
- Created monthly reports on the status of the organization's security posture.
- Gathered evidence for our external stakeholders to meet SOC 2 compliance audit.
- Collaborated with IT teams to develop secure configurations for operating systems, applications, and hardware devices.
- Provided technical advice on security best practices and procedures.
- Monitored systems for indications of threats, security breaches or intrusions.
- Evaluated user access privileges according to company security protocols.
Information Security Analyst 2
Palomar Health
Escondido, CA
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Investigated and remediated alerts triggered by VMware Carbon Black EDR, and Apex One (DLP)
- Responded, and mitigated phishing emails utilizing Proofpoint TAP, and TRAP.
- Supported the Risk Management Cybersecurity program to ensure compliance with industry regulations such as HIPAA.
- Provided guidance and technical support for security related projects.
- Identified and remediated vulnerability assessments using OpenVAS
- Monitored firewall traffic through Palo Alto Panorama.
- Analyzed system logs and identified potential threats or risks.
- Investigated security incidents and developed incident response plans.
- Learned about latest security threats from CISA blogs and online publications.
- Made recommendations to improve security procedures and systems.
Security Engineer
Proficio
Carlsbad, CA
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisted in AWS migration from legacy platform to new AWS environment
- Configured VPNs, policies on FortiGate VM64-AWS for customer VMs
- Deployed and configured smart connectors on CentOS 7 VM for log flow monitoring of servers, applications, and EDR services
- Onboarded customer log sources such as AWS Guard Duty, Palo Alto Pan-OS, S3 Buckets, and Office365 into ArchSight, and Kibana SIEM solutions.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers through phone conversations.
- Mentored/coached interns, and new engineers on processes to improve their capabilities and skills.
- Protected secure data files and regulated access.
Associate Threat Analyst
Proficio
Carlsbad, CA
12.2019 - 10.2020
- Monitored and assess security events through ArcSight, Splunk ES and Kibana (SIEM)
- Analyzed various logs from Palo Alto Pan-OS, Cisco ASA, Microsoft Azure Active Directory
- Excellent understanding and knowledge of Identity and Access Management
- Recognized patterns or inconsistencies that could indicate complex cyber attacks
- Event and incident management utilizing ServiceNow cloud application.
- Conducted market research to identify trends and customer needs.
- Assisted in training staff on how to use analytical tools effectively.
- Provided recommendations based on data analysis results.
IT Support Technician
Cerner at Palomar Health
Escondido, CA
09.2016 - 12.2019
- Imaged, encrypted laptops, and tablets using Bitlocker
- Administrated Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) for deployment packages
- Monitored computer event logs using ADAudit plus
- Application support in Microsoft Office 2010, 2013, 2016, Citrix, and Java.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
IT Specialist (Part Time)
California College San Diego
San Marcos, CA
02.2014 - 07.2017
- Laptop initialization and optimization, supported 330 users
- Malware, Virus, and Spyware removal using AVG anti-virus
- Network - patched, rewired, and tested Cat5e new cable drops
- Resolved application and network connectivity issues.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on computers, and other IT equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Networking & Information Systems Security) -
California College San Diego
05.2017
Skills
- Risk Identification & Assessment
- Vulnerability Management
- Windows and Linux administration
- Cloud Management - AWS, Azure Security Center, Microsoft 365 Defender
- Disaster Recovery Planning
- Patch Management
- Incident Response
- Network Security
- Security Issues Troubleshooting
Industry Certifications
- CompTIA Security+ CE
- CompTIA Network+ CE
Timeline
Cyber Security Engineer
Caret - (Formerly Abacusnext)
08.2022 - 01.2024
Information Security Analyst 2
Palomar Health
01.2022 - 08.2022
Security Engineer
Proficio
10.2020 - 01.2022
Associate Threat Analyst
Proficio
12.2019 - 10.2020
IT Support Technician
Cerner at Palomar Health
09.2016 - 12.2019
IT Specialist (Part Time)
California College San Diego
02.2014 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Networking & Information Systems Security) -
California College San Diego
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