John Leo Dela Cruz
@johnleodelacruz
IT graduate transitioning into SOC/Cybersecurity with strong operational and incident response experience.
What I'm looking for
I am an IT graduate transitioning into cybersecurity and SOC operations, combining industrial operations experience with formal cybersecurity training and certifications. I have developed practical incident detection, alert triage, and root-cause analysis skills through monitoring complex production systems and structured labs.
My hands-on background includes SIEM analysis (Splunk, ELK), network traffic analysis, vulnerability identification with OpenVAS/Nessus, and scripting in Python and Bash. I hold CompTIA CySA+, Security+, CCNA, and ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity credentials and have completed practical SOC and networking bootcamps.
I bring operational discipline, a proactive approach to threat monitoring, and a track record of reducing downtime through structured troubleshooting and incident handling. I am seeking a SOC Analyst or Cybersecurity Analyst role where I can apply my analytical skills and contribute to resilient security operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Line Operations Leader
Brother Precision Industries Co. Ltd
Oct 2021 - Feb 2025 (3 years 4 months)
Monitored production systems and machine logs to detect anomalies and reduce downtime; led incident handling and root-cause analysis to maintain continuous operations and compliance with safety and quality standards.
CNC Technician
Brother Precision Industries Co. Ltd
Oct 2018 - Oct 2021 (3 years)
Monitored CNC systems for abnormal behavior and performance degradation, analyzed machine data to support fault isolation and corrective actions, and enforced standard procedures to ensure system integrity and quality compliance.
Software Developer Intern
Paragon ICC Philippines
Dec 2016 - Mar 2017 (3 months)
Developed a Time Attendance system with biometric integration using Visual Basic and MS Access, designed data flows and database structures, and delivered end-user training and technical documentation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Informatics College
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
2014 - 2017
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology focusing on software development, systems integrity, and IT operations.
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