Cindy Vaquero

Cindy Vaquero is an experienced IT Operations Coordinator at the Children's Home of Poughkeepsie, with a history of roles including Desktop Support Analyst and Cyber Security Analyst Co-Op at IBM. At the Newburgh Armory Unity Center, Cindy serves as a Computer Science Teacher for grades K-6, focusing on computer literacy, hardware, software, coding, and cybersecurity. Additional experience includes providing technical support as an Information Technology Technician and developing a Homework Help Program as a tutor. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology in Education Computing from Mount Saint Mary College and an Associate degree in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications from SUNY Orange, along with several certifications in computer networking and cybersecurity. Cindy is also involved with initiatives like the Newburgh Girls Code Club, fostering interest in computer science among young girls.