Miguel A. Santiago
Houston
Summary
GIAC-certified cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience in incident analysis, network defense, and technical troubleshooting. Proven ability to analyze and synthesize complex data to identify vulnerabilities and reduce response times, demonstrated in roles as an NSA Signal Intelligence Analyst and RN. Skilled in implementing security controls, training teams, and delivering critical solutions under pressure. Committed to protecting organizational assets through proactive monitoring and rapid incident response.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Operating room nurse (RN Circulator)
Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
09.2018 - Current
- Perform all perioperative tasks with a patient-centered focus: pre-op interview/education, patient positioning/surgical prep, perioperative circulator, and post-op patient recovery
- Evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment, maintain/adjust schedules to ensure efficient patient flow and expedite surgical turnover times
- Monitor procedures to ensure compliance with SCIP, AORN, and HCAHPS guidelines for improved outcomes
- Accurately document all elements of nursing assessment, treatments/procedures, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Precept newly hired perioperative RN's
- Create and maintain services inventory/ supply for Urology/General cases
- Maintain specialty services inventory/supply for Urology/General cases
- BLS Certified.
Team leader (Signal intelligence Analyst at NSA)
U.S Army
06.2010 - 05.2014
- Analyzed and synthesized intelligence data into a usable form utilizing sophisticated software applications and techniques based on telecommunications principles to alert senior leadership personnel
- Provided feedback and tailored analysis of in-theater intelligence products to theater commanders and multinational partners
- Supervised and led small teams in military operations
- Coordinated assignments, evaluated performance and motivated highly disciplined soldiers
- Certified Combat Life Saver.
Manager
Kroger
07.2009 - 06.2010
- Developed skills in time management and communication by addressing employee and customer service needs and providing customer first service
- Excelled to management by demonstrating ability to perform consistently under pressure in a fast-paced environment while delivering superior service to customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing -
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, TexasAssociate of Arts - undefined
Houston Community College
Houston, TexasCertification
GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
Projects and Labs
- LetsDefend SOC Analyst Learning Path: Gained practical SOC Analyst experience through LetsDefend labs, mastering key skills such as incident investigation, threat hunting, and using security tools to monitor and secure enterprise environments.
Timeline
GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
12-2024
RN License
12-2024
Operating room nurse (RN Circulator)
Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
09.2018 - Current
Team leader (Signal intelligence Analyst at NSA)
U.S Army
06.2010 - 05.2014
Manager
Kroger
07.2009 - 06.2010
Associate of Arts - undefined
Houston Community College
Bachelor of Science Nursing -
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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