Alex Uehara

Alex Uehara is an experienced security professional with a comprehensive background in security engineering and IT infrastructure. Currently serving as Security Engineer IV at Hawaiian Telcom, Uehara specializes in security architecture consulting and conducting thorough security assessments. Previously, at Hawaiian Electric, Uehara was instrumental in incident response, collaborating with teams to mitigate security threats in a 24/7 operational environment. Earlier roles include IT Infrastructure Specialist at Hawaiian Electric, where responsibilities encompassed monitoring cyber-related incidents and enhancing system visibility, and System Analyst at HEI, focusing on system optimization. Uehara began a career as a Technology Coordinator for the U.S. Department of Education, providing technical support and training. Uehara holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa.