Natalia Cortes Diaz

Natalia Cortes Diaz is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in various roles, currently serving as the Manager of Cyber Security at Uniting Communities since September 2023. Previous positions include Lead Cyber Security Analyst and Senior Cyber Security Analyst at Discovery Parks, where strategic cybersecurity measures were established and security incident responses evaluated. Additional expertise includes roles as an IT Security Analyst and Information Technologist at the University of South Australia and Primary Industries and Regions SA, where responsibilities involved managing security alerts and ensuring compliance with policies. Early career work included positions as Information Security Officer at Quala S.A. and Information Security Engineer at EL TIEMPO Casa Editorial, with a focus on security architecture and technical control implementation. Natalia holds an Advanced Diploma in Network Security and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, complemented by certifications in various cybersecurity tools and methodologies.