Santiago Martinez

Vice President, Information Security Officer at Helm Bank USA

Santiago Martinez has extensive work experience in the field of information security and IT management. Santiago currently holds the position of Vice President, Information Security Officer at Helm Bank USA. Prior to that, Santiago served as an Adjunct Faculty at Broward College, where they delivered IT courses online and taught subjects such as Information Security and Network Infrastructure. Santiago also worked as AVP, Information & Corporate Security Officer at Bradesco BAC Florida Bank, where they implemented information security policies and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements. Santiago's previous experience includes the role of IT Manager at Interamerican Bank, where they implemented a virtualized system and developed compliance documentation.

Santiago Martinez has a diverse education history. Santiago started their educational journey at Miami Dade College, where they pursued an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in General Studies from 1994 to 1995. Later, they attended American InterContinental University from 2003 to 2004, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Information Technology.

Santiago's commitment to academic growth continued as they pursued a Masters degree in Management Information Systems from Nova Southeastern University between 2005 and 2007. During this time, they gained expertise in the field of Management Information Systems.

In addition to their formal education, Santiago has obtained several certifications from reputable institutions. Notably, they hold multiple certifications from Microsoft, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals, Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, and Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals. These certifications were obtained in June and May 2022, respectively.

Furthermore, Santiago possesses certifications from CompTIA, demonstrating their proficiency in various domains. Some of these certifications include CompTIA Cloud Admin Professional – CCAP Stackable Certification, CompTIA Cloud+ ce Certification, CompTIA Secure Cloud Professional – CSCP Stackable Certification, CompTIA Network+ ce Certification, and CompTIA CySA+ ce Certification. These certifications were acquired between 2001 and 2020, reflecting their ongoing commitment to staying updated in the field.

Additionally, Santiago has earned other impressive certifications including Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer™ (CDPSE™) from ISACA in May 2020 and Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM) from ISACA in December 2017.

Overall, Santiago Martinez's education history showcases their dedication to learning, encompassing a range of degrees and certifications that highlight their expertise in various areas, particularly in information technology and management information systems.

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  • Vice President, Information Security Officer

    April, 2021 - present