Rebecca Garcia
@rebeccagarcia
I am an IT specialist with 7 years' experience in systems, cloud, and cybersecurity.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a technology expert with seven years' experience managing complex IT systems and delivering cloud and cybersecurity solutions. I focus on aligning technical initiatives with business goals to increase efficiency, security, and growth.
At TechWave I led the migration of company infrastructure to AWS, achieving 25% operational cost savings, and developed a cybersecurity approach that improved data protection compliance by 40%. I also drove automation efforts that improved team efficiency by 30%.
Previously, as an IT Systems Analyst I managed daily operations for systems supporting 300+ users, implemented disaster recovery plans that resulted in 99.9% uptime, and conducted regular security audits to strengthen compliance and performance. I enjoy training users and improving software adoption.
I hold an M.Sc. in Information Systems from NYU and a B.Sc. in Computer Science, and I maintain certifications including AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CCNP, and CISSP. I bring hands-on cloud, networking, and security expertise and a collaborative approach to technical leadership.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior IT Specialist
TechWave Solutions
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 8 months)
Led migration of company infrastructure to AWS, reducing operational costs by 25% and improving scalability. Developed a cybersecurity program that boosted data protection compliance by 40% and deployed automation tools increasing IT efficiency by 30%.
IT Systems Analyst
BrightNet Technologies
Mar 2016 - Dec 2019 (3 years 9 months)
Managed IT systems supporting 300+ users and implemented disaster recovery plans achieving 99.9% uptime. Conducted security audits and trained users to improve system performance and compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NUNew York University
Master of Science, Information Systems
2014 - 2016
Master of Science in Information Systems from New York University from 2014 to 2016.
UBUniversity of Massachusetts Boston
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2010 - 2014
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Massachusetts Boston from 2010 to 2014.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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