Ray Torres
@raytorres
Experienced information security professional with a focus on service delivery.
What I'm looking for
I am Ray Torres, an accomplished information security professional with extensive experience in overseeing service delivery operations and managing security projects. Currently, I serve as the Service Delivery Operations Head at Red Rock IT Security Inc., where I lead strategic planning and ensure operational efficiency across departments. My role emphasizes achieving key performance indicators while resolving conflicts to deliver top-notch offensive security services.
With a strong background in information security management, I have successfully managed projects that evaluate vulnerabilities and test for unauthorized access in various organizations, particularly in the financial sector. My expertise extends to security policy development, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing, where I have led teams to deliver quality results tailored to client needs. I am passionate about fostering a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement within organizations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Information Security Consultant
PUC
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Oversees security testing of mobile applications and APIs, providing recommendations on risks identified during testing activities.
Service Delivery Operations Head
Red Rock IT Security Inc.
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Oversees end-to-end service delivery, focusing on strategic planning, continuous improvement, and cross-departmental coordination. Reports directly to the COO, ensuring operational efficiency and conflict resolution to meet KPIs in offensive security services.
Information Security Manager
Red Rock IT Security Inc.
Jul 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 6 months)
Manages projects focused on evaluating vulnerabilities and testing for unauthorized access in systems, networks, and applications, particularly in the financial sector, while liaising with clients on project details and costs.
Senior Information Security Supervisor
Red Rock IT Security Inc.
Aug 2021 - Jul 2022 (11 months)
Supervises information security operations, ensuring compliance with security policies and procedures while managing team performance and project deliverables.
Information Security Consultant
XSwap Philippines
Feb 2022 - May 2023 (1 year 3 months)
Provides security design and architecture consulting, including policy development and oversight, while managing projects for mobile and API application security testing.
IT Security Consultant
Security Bank Corporation
Oct 2015 - Sep 2016 (11 months)
Consults on IT security measures, focusing on risk assessment and implementing security controls to protect sensitive financial data.
IT Security Engineer
Chikka Philippines Inc.
Apr 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 8 months)
Responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures to protect the company's IT infrastructure from cyber threats.
IT Security Intern
Chikka Philippines Inc.
Apr 2013 - May 2013 (1 month)
Assisted the IT security team in monitoring and analyzing security incidents, gaining hands-on experience in cybersecurity practices.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of the Philippines – Diliman
Undergraduate Thesis, Computer Security
2013 - 2014
Developed a program for my undergraduate thesis that creates an additional layer of security for authentication using a security token stored in a smartphone. This project was accepted at the Kaspersky CyberSecurity for the Next Generation Student Conference.
University of the Philippines – Diliman
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2010 - 2014
Grade: Magna Cum Laude
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, graduating Magna Cum Laude. The program included extensive coursework in computer security and software development.
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Location
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