Jennifer Valderrama
@jennifervalderrama
Innovative GRC & Automation Engineer with a passion for Applied AI.
What I'm looking for
I am an innovative GRC & Automation Engineer with over 12 years of experience enhancing security posture and ensuring compliance within complex environments. I have a strong grasp of regulatory landscapes, including ISM, PSPF, and NIST, along with expertise in cloud technologies such as AWS and GCP. My current NV1 and Baseline Australian Government security clearances enable me to implement security frameworks and leverage AI-driven automation for improved security efficiency.
As a Co-Founder at Small Robot Pty Ltd, I lead GRC and AI-powered automation initiatives, achieving an 80% reduction in threat response time and optimizing workflows with AI. My previous role as a Security Delivery Associate Manager at Accenture Australia involved designing and implementing security solutions that improved sensitive data identification by 50% for a major financial institution. I am passionate about fostering innovation in security practices and continuously improving operational efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Co-Founder/GRC and Automation Engineer
Small Robot Pty Ltd.
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Led strategic initiatives to implement AI-powered security automation, resulting in an 80% reduction in threat response time. Spearheaded data protection strategies while implementing an AI-driven DLP incident remediation solution, fostering innovation in workflow optimization and risk management.
Security Delivery Associate Manager
Accenture Australia Pty Ltd
Oct 2020 - Present (4 years 8 months)
Designed and implemented a DLP architecture for Microsoft 365, improving sensitive data identification by 50% for a large financial institution. Engineered a solution for real-time security monitoring by integrating AWS security logs into Splunk ES and SOAR, enabling automated threat detection for a government agency.
Senior Analyst (Data Protection)
National Australia Bank (NAB)
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)
Implemented data classification policies using Microsoft 365 Sensitivity Labels and Azure Information Protection, enabling automated identification and protection of sensitive data. Designed and implemented Microsoft 365 DLP rules to secure data within OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams, and email.
Security Technologist-Specialist
Telstra Corporation
Jul 2014 - Present (10 years 11 months)
Developed and implemented an automated DLP incident remediation workflow via Node-RED, enabling faster response times and minimizing the impact of security breaches. Played a key role in developing the company's Data Loss Prevention Strategy, outlining the lifecycle, upgrades, and integration plans for all DLP tools.
Network Operations Graduate
Telstra Corporation
Feb 2013 - Present (12 years 4 months)
Investigated network and device-related incidents and implemented problem management procedures. Worked with team members to implement changes in DSL network devices via the command line interface, following change management procedures.
Project Specialist
Red de Transmisiones de Venezuela C.A. (Red TV)
Jul 2007 - Present (17 years 11 months)
Participated in the installation and setup of terrestrial equipment for the Ground Station of Venezuela's first telecommunications satellite, including satellite link calculations. Designed and supervised the implementation of TV and FM radio stations for many small towns, conducting site surveys and coverage calculations.
Telecommunications Engineering Intern
CVG Telecomunicaciones
Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 5 months)
Developed a satellite signal monitoring system to alert of variations in carrier main parameters, such as power drops and frequency deviations. The major challenge was managing interactivity with the spectrum analyzer and automating processes, which resulted in excellent system performance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
Master of Engineering, Telecommunication and Network Engineering
Undertook advanced studies in telecommunication and network engineering, focusing on complex system design and implementation. Gained expertise in modern network architectures and communication protocols.
Universidad Nacional Experimental Politécnica de la Fuerza Armada Nacional (UNEFA)
Telecommunications Engineer, Telecommunications Engineering
Completed comprehensive studies in telecommunications engineering, covering fundamental principles and practical applications. Developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to telecommunication systems.
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