Andres Garzon
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Experienced Network Engineer with a strong background in cybersecurity and network infrastructure management. CCNA certified, with expertise in securing and optimizing WAN/LAN networks, including TCP/IP, VLANs, BGP, and IP routing. Skilled in deploying and configuring network security solutions, managing firewalls, VPNs, and NAC policies. Proficient in securing operating systems (Linux, Windows, macOS) and automating tasks with Python, Java, and JavaScript. Knowledgeable in risk management, vulnerability assessments, and securing communication channels (fiber optics, microwaves, remote-control systems). Committed to ITIL standards, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of network systems. A fast learner and reliable team player, focused on enhancing cybersecurity and supporting secure network infrastructure.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Cybersecurity Analyst
Riipen Canada
- Conducted vulnerability testing based on CIS Benchmarks to identify and assess potential security risks in GCP environments.
- Researched and documented remediation plans for vulnerabilities identified in the Security Command Center, including open firewall rules, open RDP ports, public IP addresses, and public bucket ACLs.
- Delivered weekly progress reports and comprehensive remediation plans to enhance the organization’s security posture.
- Conducted in-depth reviews of GCP audit findings, including Identity and Access Management (IAM), service accounts and keys, Identity-Aware Proxies (IAPs), Cloud Storage, and VPC Flow Logs.
- Delivered comprehensive vulnerability assessment reports, risk prioritization matrices, and remediation follow-up reports to stakeholders.
Associate Technology
Sutherland Global Services
- Maximized user productivity by delivering comprehensive end-user assistance on software applications and hardware usage
- Developed custom scripts to automate repetitive tasks, increasing efficiency in daily operations
- Provided Tier 1 IT support to non-technical internal users through remote support services
Network Support Engineer III
EZENTIS
- Provided expert-level support for complex Level 3 issues, offering in-depth solutions and guidance to customers, ensuring high satisfaction and successful resolution of technical challenges.
- Maintained and optimized communication networks, proactively monitoring performance and swiftly resolving technical issues to ensure seamless system operations.
- Installed, configured, and managed network devices, including routers, modems, hubs, switches, wireless APs, and WLAN controllers, ensuring efficient network functionality.
Network Engineer Specialist
AXESAT
- Collaborated with technicians to deliver seamless IT support, ensuring optimal performance and smooth operations across all IT services.
- Conducted comprehensive troubleshooting and testing of satellite antennas and network systems, quickly identifying and resolving issues to enhance performance and support business objectives.
- Provided exceptional customer service by offering timely, effective solutions to system issues, and recognized by management for consistently exceeding service expectations.
Network Support Engineer
SOTEC
- Provided technical support to end-users, troubleshooting satellite network connectivity issues, offering software support, and delivering user training to ensure seamless network operations.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance network infrastructure, improving quality, reliability, and efficiency while reducing operational costs.
- Coordinated maintenance efforts with technicians, ensuring optimal service quality, verifying connectivity, and ensuring redundancy, scalability, and security across all remote networks.
Education
Diploma - Cybersecurity
Lighthouse Labs
Toronto, ON12.2024
Certificate - IT Infrastructure
Humber College
Toronto, ON09.2023
Master of Science - Project Management in Electronic Engineering
Universidad Santo Tomas
Bogota, Colombia06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering
Santo Tomas University
Bogota, Colombia04.2016
Skills
- VLANs
- WAN / LAN
- TCP/IP protocol
- Linux/Unix, MacOS and Windows OS
- IP routing protocols
- Security Standards (NIST, ISO/IEC 27001)
- Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto and Mikrotik
- Router, switches and Firewall configuration and troubleshooting
- Azure cloud computing
Certification
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), 2023
- Certified in Cybersecurity (ISC2), 2024
- CompTIA Security +, 2025
Timeline
Certificate - IT Infrastructure
Humber College
Cybersecurity Analyst
Riipen Canada
Associate Technology
Sutherland Global Services
Network Support Engineer III
EZENTIS
Network Engineer Specialist
AXESAT
Network Support Engineer
SOTEC
Diploma - Cybersecurity
Lighthouse Labs
Master of Science - Project Management in Electronic Engineering
Universidad Santo Tomas
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering
Santo Tomas University
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