Iván Mn
@ivnmn
Passionate IT and cybersecurity professional with extensive experience.
What I'm looking for
I'm Iván Méndez Lamela, a dedicated professional in the field of IT and cybersecurity, with a career that began in 2018. My expertise spans various domains including threat detection, incident response, and threat intelligence. Recently, I have focused on developing and implementing detection rules and use cases for XDR, EDR, and SIEM platforms, while also participating in red team activities. My journey has been marked by a commitment to excellence and a passion for tackling complex cybersecurity challenges.
Throughout my career, I have held significant roles, including my current position as a Senior Cyber Security SOC Analyst at Grupo Cajamar, where I design and deploy threat detection use cases and contribute to incident response activities. My previous experiences at Santander Bank and Deloitte CyberSOC have equipped me with a robust understanding of cybersecurity operations and threat intelligence. I take pride in my ability to collaborate effectively within teams, mentor new members, and drive projects that enhance organizational security.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Cyber Security SOC Analyst
Grupo Cajamar
Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 7 months)
Designed, refined, and deployed threat detection use cases, programming detection rules for XDR and SIEM platforms. Crafted tailored attack scenarios to validate detection effectiveness, demonstrating a deep understanding of infrastructure and threat landscape. Performed cyber threat intelligence activities, participated in incident response, and assisted in onboarding new team members.
Cyber Security Analyst II
Santander Bank Global Technology SOC
Sep 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 3 months)
Managed alerts from perimeter, internal, malware, and fraud groups using cutting-edge technologies like EDR, SIEM, WAF, and VPNs. Analyzed logs to determine false positives or potential threats, assessed impact, and provided appropriate responses. Identified failures in use cases for fine-tuning and handled security incidents across international entities.
Junior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst (TIA N1)
Deloitte CyberSOC
Sep 2019 - Oct 2020 (1 year 1 month)
Conducted in-depth threat analysis and typological studies, including real-time detection of sensitive client data and continuous monitoring of hacktivist groups. Demonstrated expertise in managing malware infrastructure, with a special emphasis on financial malware. Collected and presented reports detailing vulnerabilities affecting client assets.
Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst (TIA) Fraud
Deloitte CyberSOC
Oct 2020 - Sep 2021 (11 months)
Assumed various responsibilities for clients across banking and energy sectors, focusing on collaborative efforts among blue, red, and purple teams. Covered critical areas such as brand abuse mitigation, phishing incident resolution, and OSINT/CLOSINT threat identification. Monitored fraud campaigns and performed meticulous event analysis.
Intern - Phase II of the Impulsa Start Up Mentoring Program
Salamanca City Council
Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 8 months)
Presented project advancements on a cybersecurity database model to the city council and university, successfully advancing to the next phase. Collaborated with Salamanca institutions to acquire extensive knowledge in digital business models, communication strategies, and digital marketing techniques. Received specific guidance from professors and experts to ensure project viability.
Web Developer
InternationalWeb
Jun 2018 - Aug 2018 (2 months)
Completed an internship in various areas of web development, focusing on responsive design and the modification of websites. Utilized languages such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, and SQL for development and database usage. Gained practical experience in front-end and back-end web technologies.
Intern - Department of Technological Infrastructures
Pontifical University of Salamanca
Sep 2018 - Present (6 years 10 months)
Resolved all types of technological incidents at the university, preparing reports on problems and proposed solutions. Created user manuals for various programs and performed equipment repair and assembly. Installed programs, set up multiple networked operating systems, and managed users.
Internship in Cybersecurity for Innovative Entrepreneurship
Salamanca City Council
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 6 months)
Actively participated in a cybersecurity project under the Innovative Entrepreneurship Grant, collaborating with colleagues to conduct market analysis. Developed a secure intelligent server that detects and defends against real-time attacks. Aimed to create a profitable business offering installation and support services for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Nebrija University in collaboration with IMF Business School
Master in Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity
Completed a Master in Cybersecurity with coursework in Cyber Intelligence, Ethical Hacking, Secure Development, Forensic Analysis, Reverse Engineering, SIEM Technologies, and Smartphone Security. This program was a collaboration between Nebrija University and IMF Business School.
Pontifical University of Salamanca
Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering
Activities and societies: Participated in the International Hackathon organized by the Faculty of Informatics at Salamanca in collaboration with the Polytechnic Institute of Viseu and prominent companies like IBM, Viewnext, and Softinsa. Placed among the top 100 in the National Engineering Ranking.
Obtained a Degree in Computer Engineering with a specialization in Software Engineering. Key areas of study included Application Programming, Databases, Software Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, Artificial Intelligence, Mobile Technologies, and Web Technologies.
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