Jeff Bugarin
Country Manager, Security Operations at BlueVoyant
- Role
- Country Manager, Security Operations Center at BlueVoyant
- Location
- Philippines, Philippines
- LinkedIn followers
- 2.7K followers
About Jeff Bugarin
Welcome to my LinkedIn profile! I’m a cybersecurity leader with over two decades of experience in IT, five of which I’ve dedicated to leading teams, shaping security culture, and building awareness programs that empower people to become the strongest link in security. Throughout my journey, I’ve learned that cybersecurity isn’t just about technology, it’s about people. The most effective defense starts with awareness, education, and mentorship. That belief drives everything I do. As a natural leader, I thrive on inspiring teams to push boundaries and achieve remarkable results. Throughout my career, I have effectively led cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. I firmly believe in the power of strategic leadership to drive organizational growth and resilience. My expertise extends to cloud operations, managed detection and response, service management, and regulatory compliance. Leveraging a combination of technical acumen and business acuity, I bridge the gap between technology and business objectives, ensuring seamless alignment and sustainable success. I have also created two newsletters: HackTheCyberPath – where I guide newcomers and career changers as they find their way into cybersecurity. CyberTruths 101 – where I reveal the real-world lessons and truths about what it’s actually like to work in cybersecurity. Whether I’m leading a team, writing an article, or mentoring an aspiring professional, my goal is the same, to help people grow, stay secure, and find purpose in this ever-evolving field. Let's connect and explore opportunities to leverage my unique blend of skills and experiences. Together, we can revolutionize the way businesses embrace the cloud, fortify their defenses, and thrive in the digital era.
Experience
Country Manager, Security Operations Center
BlueVoyant
Mar 2026 — Present
Adjunct Professor - Information Security and Management, IT Infrastructure
De La Salle Lipa
Feb 2026 — Jun 2026
SOC Function Lead, Cybersecurity Operations
Ciena
Feb 2024 — Oct 2025
Manager, Global Threat Operations, Managed Security Services
Trustwave
Jan 2023 — Feb 2024
Global Support Manager, SaaS Security & Operations
Micro Focus
Sep 2020 — Nov 2022
Global Support Engineers, Customer Support, AWS, SaaS, Infrastructure-as-Code, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Incident Management, Internal Audit, Service Delivery, Change Management, Business Resiliency (continuity and recovery).
Global Security Manager, Information Security Compliance
TELUS
Sep 2019 — Mar 2020
PCI DSS, HITRUST, Risk Assessment
Data Security & Privacy Leader - Information Security and Compliance
IBM
Jul 2018 — Sep 2019
Data Security, Data Privacy, ISO27000/01, SOC 2, Internal Audit, Workplace Security, Incident Management, Security Exemption, Procedures, Investigations, Digital Forensics, Chain of Custody, Business Controls, Cybersecurity Awareness Training.
Operations Lead – Cloud Operations, SaaS and IaaS
IBM
Nov 2014 — Jul 2018
Bladecenter, AS400, Mainframe, FlashSystem, Spectrum, XIV, Power Systems, HMC, VMware vShere, Skytap, Softlayer, global support, learning management systems, education and training.
Subject Matter Expert – Cloud Operations, SaaS and IaaS
IBM
Jul 2011 — Nov 2014
VMware, Linux, Cloud, Troubleshooting, Development, Support.
Learner and Instructor Support
IBM
Dec 2009 — Jul 2011
Resolution Specialist
Accenture
Oct 2008 — Dec 2009
Technical Support Specialist
Accenture
Dec 2007 — Oct 2008
Technical Support Specialist
Ambergris Solutions
Jul 2007 — Dec 2007
Customer Support Specialist
Ambergris Solutions
Dec 2005 — Jul 2007
PC Safety & Security Specialist
Ambergris Solutions
May 2005 — Dec 2005
Education
University of the Philippines
Master's degree · Technology Management
2017 — 2020
Colegio de San Juan de Letran
Bachelor of Science · Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
2000 — 2004
Skills
- People Management
- Servers
- Leadership Development
- VMware
- 24x7 Production Support
- Change Management
- IT Operations
- Information Security Management
- Citrix XenDesktop
- Incident Management
- Cloud Computing
- Storage
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Customer Service
- Routers
- Training Delivery
- Contact Centers
- Platform as a Service (PAAS)
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Information Security
- Hardware
- Linux
- Learning Management
- Technology Integration
- Cross-Cultural Communication Skills
- Project Delivery
- Technical Support
- Team Management
- VMware vCenter
- Testing
- Computer Hardware
- Information Technology
- Design Thinking
- Firewalls
- Antivirus
- Cybersecurity Incident Management
- Business Process Improvement
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Cybersecurity
- Technical Leadership
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