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Laura Garcia

London,UK
Laura Garcia

Summary

A results-driven individual aspiring to pursue a career in cyber security. Demonstrates understanding of network security and management. Dedicated to adhere to encryption rules and apply best practices.


I have an eye for detail and enjoy solving problems. I'm excited to explore the many challenges and opportunities that come with this field, including cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. My previous experience has given me a solid foundation in data management, analysis, and visualization, which I believe will be useful in tackling new challenges.

Overview

8
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification

Work history

Scania
London

Data Engineer
10.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Create ETL / ELT solutions according to specifications
  • Manage and develop the Data Warehouse environment
  • Managing software's such as Talend and Snowflake - Develop and maintaining Data quality checks and processes - Development of well-structured modular systems which utilise efficient code that follows our in-house coding standards - Effective and meaningful documentation of systems to ensure ease of support and modification in the future
  • Systems which meet agreed functional and technical requirements and which provide excellent usability and reliability from a user perspective
  • Provision of timely and effective support to existing systems and solutions
  • Ongoing personal development to ensure that the latest development tools and techniques can be utilised where appropriate - Excellent collaboration with colleagues and internal customers, to ensure that development sprint targets are met and that customer expectations are met.

The B2W group
London, UK

Junior Cyber Security
10.2023 - 11.2023

Job overview


  • The course covered several topics, including Project Management, Access Control, Data Communications, Network Management, and Network Threats and Vulnerabilities.
  • One of the highlights of the course was the Project Management unit, which focused on understanding project management concepts and the various processes and tools used by organisations to manage IT projects. I also learned about project management methodologies and used project management software to plan an IT project, track progress, and review outcomes to determine project success.
  • The Access Control unit covered the purpose and methods of controlling access to systems. I learned about the concepts of identity, authentication, and authorisation, and how they are used to manage access control in organisations.

Billigence
London

Data Engineer
08.2021 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Support on Billigence projects/ clients- Find solutions, analyze external and internal datasets, delivery of the projects, businessanalysis and communication with the client in requirement definition- Providing architecture guidance for solutions and platform upgrade in the projects- Develop and maintaining Data quality checks and processes- Data analysing, blending, reporting, visualizing, governing, etc
  • Working/learning BI tools (such as Tableau, Alteryx, etc.)- Cooperation during realization with Billigence and client teams- Searching for innovative solutions for Billigence clients and also internal projects- Initiative and hands on approach- Identification other/ future business opportunities- Other ad hoc tasks related to building an innovative and agile BI company

Rider Levett Bucknall
London, Uk

Recruitment Coordinator
01.2019 - 05.2019

Job overview

  • Informed managers and candidates of HR policies, procedures and practices and statutory requirements.
  • Streamlined recruitment process by continuously evaluating and improving existing recruitment strategies and standardising candidate background checks.
  • Maintained records of received documentation, application status and applicant correspondence.
  • Coached candidates through interview process to secure top roles.

Talascend International
London, Uk

Office and Compliance Administrator
04.2018 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Managed and reported on the compliance of candidates assigned through the company to meet the highest standards of care and customer service.
  • Identified areas of non-conformity whilst providing support and advice for consultants and candidates.
  • Ability to accurately record and capture information and create new client folders with all the relevant documents.
  • Provided excellent customer service, communicating commercial information to the internal contract team.
  • Reported identified problems and issues before impact on organisation.

Swarovski
London, Uk

Senior Administrative Assistant
08.2016 - 04.2018

Job overview

  • Provided printing, photocopying scanning support to colleagues.
  • Dealt with routine enquiries at reception or by telephone and referred more complex matters to appropriate members of staff.
  • Assisted managers in compiling and organising materials for meetings.
  • Received, sorted and distributed incoming mail.
  • Kept and maintained accurate filing system for preservation of office information.
  • Planned and scheduled meetings, creating agendas and minutes as needed.
  • Took initiative to self-assign administrative tasks in line with company policy to maximise impact.

Education

Universidad de La Laguna
Spain

Bachelor of Arts from Law
01.2008 - 01.2012

University overview

Skills

  • Business Impact Assessments
  • Ethical hacking
  • Knowledge engineering
  • Dedicated team player
  • Penetration testing
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Information forensics
  • Computer forensics
  • Vulnerability analysis
  • ICT security systems
  • Problem resolution
  • Accurate and detailed
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Verbal communication
  • Presentation and communication

    • Skills

  • Problem formulation ability
  • Excellent research and analytical
  • Advanced computer skills

Certification

Cyber Security

Google professional certificate,

London

01/2024-Current

  • Google certificate in Cyber Security
  • Understand the importance of cybersecurity practices and their impact on organisations.
  • Identify common risks, threats, and vulnerabilities, as well as techniques to mitigate them.
  • Protect networks, devices, people, and data from unauthorised access and cyberattacks using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.
  • Gain hands-on experience with Python, Linux, and SQL.


Cyber Security Level 3 Certificate in Networking and Cybersecurity

The B2W Group,

London

09/2023-11/2023


Data Engineering Bootcamp,

Generation UK&I ,

London

01/2021-03/2021

I secured a place in the highly competitive Data Engineer programme, an intense 12-week training programme.


TEFL certified, Teaching

TEFL

London

01/2023-05/2023


Affiliations

Affiliations
  • As someone who is passionate about cybersecurity, I find attending security conferences and engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds to be quite enjoyable. Lately, I have been reading articles about the latest cyber threats and find the topic fascinating. When I am not working on securing systems, I spend my time swimming, dancing, playing video games, travelling, and learning Korean.

Languages

English
Fluent
Spanish
Native
Korean
Elementary

Timeline

Junior Cyber Security
The B2W group
10.2023 - 11.2023
Data Engineer
Scania
10.2022 - Current
Data Engineer
Billigence
08.2021 - 08.2022
Recruitment Coordinator
Rider Levett Bucknall
01.2019 - 05.2019
Office and Compliance Administrator
Talascend International
04.2018 - 12.2018
Senior Administrative Assistant
Swarovski
08.2016 - 04.2018
Universidad de La Laguna
Bachelor of Arts from Law
01.2008 - 01.2012

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