Joel Ferrer Rivera

Experience

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  Oficina de Contabilidad Luis Orlando Ortiz

  Jan 2011 - Jun 2012

  Accountant Assistant

  My responsibilities included making quarterly reports, tax returns, book keeping in Peach tree and making reports in Excel.

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  Evertec

  Feb 2017 - May 2017

  IS Risk and Compliance Internship
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  Optima Cpa Solutions LLC

  Oct 2017 - Jan 2018

  Consultant
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  Smart Accounting

  Jul 2018 - Jan 2018

  Accountant

  Accounting tasks such as tax returns, bank reconciliations and book keeping.

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  GreenPoint Consulting Group, Inc

  Sept 2018 - Jan 2023

  IT Consultant

  Led numerous IT engagements within the Banking Industry, including:Oversight of IT audit engagements with a focus on GLBA and SOX controls.Conducted audits of Physical Information Management Controls, encompassing surveillance systems, alarms, security access, and the secure storage of confidential documentation.Executed a Quality Review of Identity and Access Management processes.Conducted an Interface & Middleware Audit of the Core Banking Application.Conducted a Vendor Management Process Audit.Served as a liaison between the banking institution and external auditors, facilitating the preparation of evidence, responding to evidence requests, and coordinating meetings with key bank personnel for information gathering.Led the Vulnerability & Patch Management Process for the IT Operations Department of a Banking Institution, reporting directly to the CTO and IT Director on a daily basis. Managed a team of over six resources, overseeing the patching of the bank's infrastructure. Prepared and delivered weekly progress reports. Mostrar menos

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  FiberWolf LLC

  Jan 2023 - May 2024

  Cyber Security Auditor

  Conducted extensive penetration tests on client systems to identify vulnerabilities, offering actionable remediation strategies based on observations to enhance the client's overall security posture.Led various cybersecurity initiatives, including the documentation of security policies, formulation of an Incident Response Plan, execution of Internal Vulnerability Assessments, and completion of Risk Assessments.Proactively monitored client network activities, generated tickets for security events, and engaged in detailed follow-ups with clients to address identified findings.Evaluated client cloud environment configurations, delivering insightful recommendations to fortify the security of sensitive client data.Assisted clients in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, specifically focusing on standards such as GLBA (Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act) Mostrar menos

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  CGServices, LLC

  Jan 2024 - now

  Independent Consultant

  Consulting services related to IT Controls & Audits, Regulatory Compliance, Cybersecurity, Risk Assessments and other related services.