Bianca Valdez, CISSP
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Sr. Security Project Manager
Results-oriented CISSP professional with 10+ years of experience in the field of Information Security and Project Management. Proven track record of implementing robust security measures, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Skilled in risk assessment, vulnerability management, regulatory compliance, and incident response. Adept at translating complex technical concepts into clear business insights. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to establish productive relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Professional Experience
UPS 2021 – Present
OTSEC Automation Deployment Project Manager
• Recommends and implements risk management solutions such as security policies, business continuity plans, and disaster recovery measures
• Creates project plans, training materials, defines project scope, maintains timelines, deliverables, and budget and communicates project status to ELT
• Responsible for identity and access management for internal and external personnel
• Develops action plans; directs project meetings for 3+ projects working cross-functionally UPS 2019 – 2021
OTSEC Security Engineer
• Conducted penetration testing with tools including Kali Linux, virtual machine (VM), and Burp Suite and prepared security reports and recommendations for ELT
• Performed risk assessments, system vulnerability assessments, and remediation planning Sacyr 2015 – 2019
IT Specialist
• Troubleshot connectivity issues with devices on the network; resolved network issues
• Utilized a ticketing system to report physical and technical issues for escalation
• Collaborated with vendors to upgrade technologies and services to enhance and promote information sharing
• Ensured compliance and regulatory requirements against industry standards Suburban Floorcoverings 2012 – 2015
IT Office Manager
• Managed a team of 25 direct reports from various departments; established the team’s goals and priorities; assessed direct reports against performance standards to ensure business objectives were met/exceeded
• Oversaw the implementation of a new customized program; developed a training program and implemented across the organization for each role
• Upgraded the paper-based invoice system to a digital system, which saved money, reduced errors, and reduced invoice approval by 30%
Skills & Certifications
Skills
• English & Spanish
• Security & Risk
Management
• Asset Security
• Security Architecture
and Engineering
• Communications &
Network Security
• Identity and Access
Management
• Security Assessment
and Testing
• Security Operations
• Software
Development Security
• Public Speaking
• Agile
• Cybersecurity
• Security Policy
• Service Now
• SharePoint
• MS Office
• Crowdstrike
• Rapid 7
• Digital Forensics
• Business Continuity
Planning (BCP)
• Disaster Recovery
(DR)
• Ivanti
• Planview
• Tableau
• Change Management
• ITIL
• IT Policies &
Procedures
Certifications
CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) CompTIA Security+
EnCase Certified Examiner
Education
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
Master’s of Science in Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigation University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)
Bachelor’s of Science in Investigative Forensics; minor in Criminal Justice