Marco Vaz
CISO, Security Consultant, and Small Business Owner in Estoril, Portugal
Marco Vaz
CISO, Security Consultant, and Small Business Owner in Estoril, Portugal
I'm a senior security specialist with over 20 years of progressive experience in systems engineering, software development and Internet Service Provider operations.
Extensive expertise in network security, firewalls, anti-virus/spam, and intrusion detection/prevention systems. Well versed in Windows, UNIX/Linux forensics, server hardening and system administration either physical or virtualized.
Highly analytical leader with "big picture" vision and the ability to work with management, staff and customers to convert requirements into actionable project plans.
Proficient at analyzing complex problems and implementing solutions that are cost-effective, easily maintained and "right the first time".
Flexible and focused contributor, adept at staying on-task and on-time despite shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
Specialties:Recognized for establishing security policies/procedures and deploying associated infrastructure to effectively mitigate risk to systems and data.