Alex Villanueva

Alex Villanueva, CISSP, has over two decades of work experience in the field of information security. Alex is currently employed at HID Global as a Lead Information Security Engineer, specializing in architecture and threat intelligence. In this role, they focus on developing strategies to prevent security threats and leads incident response efforts.

Prior to joining HID Global, Alex worked at IMPRES Technology Solutions, Inc. as a Principal Solutions Architect, specializing in cybersecurity and infrastructure. Alex played a key role in managing the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program and ensuring compliance. Alex also designed and demonstrated a true zero trust solution and worked with next-generation communication technologies.

Before that, Alex held various positions at HID Global, including Lead Systems Security Engineer and Senior Information Security Engineer. During their time at HID Global, they focused on security architecture and threat intelligence, implementing and managing vulnerability and patch management programs, and staying up-to-date on emerging security technologies.

Earlier in their career, Alex worked at Insight Global (HID) as an Information Security Engineer, where they enhanced the security team's competence and planned the delivery of solutions. Alex also determined security requirements and planned security systems, adhering to industry standards.

Alex's work experience also includes positions at Wincor Nixdorf, where they served as an IT Manager, North America, managing resources, projects, and vendor relationships. Alex also worked as a Sr. Systems Administrator, managing the computing and storage environment, and as a Systems Administrator, providing support and administration for users and IT services.

Overall, Alex Villanueva's work experience showcases their expertise in information security, with a focus on architecture, threat intelligence, compliance, vulnerability management, and emerging security technologies.

Alex Villanueva, CISSP, holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business-Information Technology Management from WGU Texas, obtained between 2016 and 2018. Prior to that, Alex earned an Associate of Science (AS) degree in Computer Information Systems from Austin Community College, completed between 2009 and 2012. In addition to their educational degrees, Alex has obtained several certifications including Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), ISO 27001 Lead Auditor - Information Security Certification, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Linux+, and CompTIA A+.