Nicolas Buendia
Information Security Specialist | Cybersecurity Student at Stevens Institute of Technology | External Vice President of SHPE Stevens
- Role
- External Vice President at Shpe
- Location
- Union City, NJ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Nicolas Buendia
Nicolas Buendia is a Cybersecurity student at Stevens Institute of Technology, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity with a Graduate Certificate in Cyber Risk Management. He has built a strong foundation in network security, threat detection, and incident response through both academic projects and professional experience.He previously served as an Information Security Analyst Intern at MEMX, where he supported enterprise security operations with CrowdStrike, Tenable, Proofpoint, and AWS. During his internship, he launched a company-wide awareness campaign and contributed to zero security incidents throughout the summer. Nicolas also worked as an Information Security Specialist at Stevens, where he managed Okta security protocols, conducted audits, and enhanced system protection for over faculty, staff, and students. Beyond technical experience, Nicolas is active in leadership and service. As External Vice President of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), he has led corporate partnerships and secured sponsorships from top companies. Focused on analyst positions in cybersecurity operations, cloud security, and risk management, Nicolas combines technical expertise with a passion for building secure, resilient systems and empowering underrepresented communities in STEM.
Experience
External Vice President
May 2025 — Present · Hoboken, NJ, US
Led corporate partnerships and external relations, securing in sponsorships from companies including Bank of America, Merck, and Whiting-Turner.• Coordinated logistics and funding to ensure chapter members could attend the SHPE National Convention, providing access to career development, networking, and recruitment opportunities.• Strengthened relationships with industry partners while supporting professional growth opportunities for Hispanic and first-generation engineering students.
Education
Stevens Institute of Technology
Bachelor's degree, Cybersecurity
Skills
- Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Team Building
- Public Speaking
- Leadership
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