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I have more than 10 years of experience designing, implementing and securing technological infrastructures for SMEs, startups and large companies. My approach combines strategic vision with advanced technical skills in networks, cybersecurity, virtualization and multicloud environments.
I have led projects of:
Security audits and system hardening.
Design and implementation of secure network architectures.
Configuration and optimization of VMware and cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP).
Integration and administration of next-generation firewalls.
Technical training for IT teams.
My goal is to help organizations gain resilience, efficiency and security in their digital environments, aligning technology with business needs.
Available for consulting, design and technical execution projects.
Spanish
Native or bilingual
Portuguese
Fluent
English
Conversational
Remote only
Primarily works remotely
Experience
- AT Innovando JuntosSolutions Architect / Technical Leader – Networks, Security and CloudTELECOMMUNICATIONSJanuary 2021 - November 2024 (3 years and 10 months)Muy Fiel y Reconquistadora Ciudad de San Felipe y Santiago de Montevideo, UruguaySolutions architect with a focus on network infrastructure, information security and cloud services, participating in the design, implementation and technical leadership of projects for national and international clients, including initiatives under Professional Services schemes.Responsibilities and highlighted tasks:- Design of complex and integrated architectures in multi-cloud, hybrid and on-premise environments, applying technologies such as VMware Cloud Foundation, Azure, AWS, Fortinet/HP Aruba/Huawei, Microsoft Security, Kaspersky Antivirus & VMware Carbon Black, among others.- Active participation in the implementation and technical delivery of regional and international projects in collaboration with global partners.- Leadership of the Networks and Security services team, coordinating a group of approximately 10 specialists, promoting good practices, continuous improvement and technical development.- Transversal interaction with commercial areas, technical coordination teams and clients, acting as a link between business requirements and technological solutions.
- AT Innovando JuntosInformation Security Manager / Cybersecurity ArchitectMay 2024 - February 2025 (9 months)Muy Fiel y Reconquistadora Ciudad de San Felipe y Santiago de Montevideo, UruguayPioneer in the role of Information Security Manager (equivalent to CISO) in the organization, leading the internal security strategy, alignment with regulatory frameworks, and actively participating in projects with clients as a cybersecurity solutions architect.Responsibilities and highlighted tasks:- Definition and execution of the internal information security strategy, with a focus on preparing the company for ISO/IEC 27001 certification and the adoption of the Uruguay Cybersecurity Framework (AGESIC).- Application of controls and good practices from international frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST Privacy Framework, and ISO guidelines, both internally and in projects with clients.- Consulting and technical role in information security and cybersecurity projects, in conjunction with BDM and the commercial team, supporting from pre-sales to execution.- Technical specialization in multiple security solutions:- NGAV / EDR / XDR (Kaspersky, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, Wazuh, among others)- Cloud security in Azure, Google Cloud and AWS- Security in hybrid and virtualized environments with VMware, etc.- As part of an innovation initiative, I participated in the design and development of a SOC as a Service (SOCaaS) service oriented to small and medium-sized clients, acting as architect and technical support for the SOC Manager.- Leadership of the Information Security Committee, promoting a transversal security culture and managing key internal initiatives.- Advising clients in certification processes, including ISO 27001 and security aspects in the OEC certification (National Customs Directorate of Uruguay).
- AT Innovando JuntosVirtualization & Cloud SpecialistOctober 2017 - January 2021 (3 years and 4 months)I joined as an implementer and support for VMware solutions, and later expanded my scope to consulting, advanced troubleshooting and support tasks in multiple technologies within the infrastructure area.Highlighted responsibilities:- Implementation, support and consulting in VMware solutions:- vSphere (server virtualization)- Horizon (VDI)- Workspace ONE (unified management of endpoints and business mobility)- NSX (network virtualization and security)- Active participation in deployment, migration and troubleshooting projects of virtualization and hybrid cloud platforms.- Transversal support in projects related to:- Microsoft: Windows Server, Hyper-V, Exchange- Linux (RHEL / CentOS): administration of services such as Postfix, Nginx, etc.- Fortinet, Symantec Endpoint Protection, among other security and network tools.Collaborative work in a multidisciplinary environment, oriented to results and continuous learning of new technologies.
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Certifications
- Nutanix Certified Associate 6Nutanix2025
- Broadcom Partner Certification - Certified Expert - NSX - ArchitectureBroadcom2024