Danilo Zepeda

Information Technology Site Lead @Whirlwind Steel Buildings and Components

Implemented robust enterprise security protocols, mitigating potential cyber threats.• Conducted regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.• Developed and maintained a comprehensive Incident Response Plan, and led simulated cyber-attack drills.• Conducted security awareness training sessions for employees, promoting best practices and threat recognition.• Engaged in advanced security analytics through a third-party security platform, addressing intrusion alerts, monitoring suspicious email activities, analyzing port vulnerabilities, auditing unauthorized network access, and investigating unfamiliar IP accesses to user emails.• Managed user access controls, ensuring the principle of least privilege through Active Directory and other IAM tools.• Reviewed and updated the company\'s information security policies in accordance with industry standards.• Collaborated with third-party security consultants for periodic external assessments.• Led strategic IT initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and achieving notable cost savings.• Managed vendor relationships; optimized hardware/software procurement.• Directed various IT projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.• Streamlined communication with internal and external entities.• Managed backup and recovery using Rubric; ensured data integrity.• Executed diverse system administration tasks including user support and server functions.• Provided Level 1 support by addressing helpdesk and desktop issues, ensuring swift problem resolution and user satisfaction.• Executed Level 2 system administration tasks, including user support and server functions.• Collaborated with the Network team on Level 3 tasks, including determining VLAN assignments for printers, desktops, and other devices, and managing DHCP reservations for those VLANs. Additionally, addressed and resolved server-side issues as they emerged.