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Karl Abram Crespo

@karlabramcrespo

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Cybersecurity professional with expertise in security testing and management.

Philippines

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic workplace that fosters continuous learning and skill development.

I am a dedicated cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in security testing and management. Currently, I serve as the Security Testing Manager at RT&Co. Cybersecurity, where I oversee the Security Testing department, ensuring the implementation of the latest techniques and technologies. My role involves maintaining high-quality output from my team and executing critical decisions to enhance our services for clients.

Previously, I held positions as a Security Testing Lead and Security Engineer, where I focused on penetration testing and application security. My journey in the tech industry began as a Creative Developer, where I honed my skills in web development and client interaction. I am passionate about continuous learning and improving my skills to deliver exceptional results in my work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Security Testing Manager

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RT&Co. Cybersecurity

Jul 2024 - Present (10 months)

Oversees the Security Testing department, ensuring the implementation of the latest techniques and technologies. Maintains quality output and executes critical decisions to enhance department performance.

Security Testing Cybersecurity Quality Assurance Team Management Vulnerability Assessment

Security Testing Lead

RT&Co. Cybersecurity

Jan 2024 - Jun 2024 (5 months)

Led the Security Testing department, performing quality assurance on team outputs and ensuring high standards of service.

Security Testing Quality Assurance Team Leadership Cybersecurity Client Communication

Security Engineer

Mantua Cybersecurity

Feb 2021 - Jan 2024 (2 years 11 months)

Focused on penetration testing for application security, including mobile and web applications, while also training clients on cybersecurity concepts.

Penetration Testing Application Security Mobile Security Web Security

Creative Developer

Wideout Workforces Inc.

Dec 2018 - Nov 2020 (1 year 11 months)

Developed web ads using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, performed quality assurance, and maintained client communication regarding requests.

HTML CSS JavaScript Quality Assurance Client Communication Web Development

Practicum Intern

Heart Smart Cardia XPH

Sep 2017 - Dec 2017 (3 months)

Assisted in developing the usability of a mobile app as a user experience designer.

User Experience Design Mobile App Development Usability Testing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

De La Salle University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

2014 - 2018

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with specialization in Instructional Systems Technology. Achieved Dean’s Lister status for 7 out of 12 terms.

Don Bosco Technical Institute

High School Diploma, Secondary Education

2010 - 2014

Completed Secondary Education with a Certificate of Technical Excellence in 2013 and received Special Recognition in Outstanding Audio-Visual Presentations for school events in 2014.