Rick Alvarez

Rick Alvarez is a seasoned IT professional with extensive experience in cloud security and engineering. Currently serving as a Cloud Security Engineer at Whatnot since April 2024, Rick is focused on building out the cloud security program and integrating security tools across various platforms. Prior to this role, Rick held positions at Credit Karma as a Senior Security Engineer II, where significant contributions included changing the operating system for production services and automating test validation processes. Rick's background also includes experience at CBS Interactive as a Senior Security Cloud Engineer, where Rick developed applications for the Cloud Security Team, and at Kipu Systems as a Senior Software Development Engineer, successfully migrating the company to a more cost-effective system. Earlier career roles included network security, systems engineering, and virtualization, demonstrating a strong commitment to improving operational efficiency and security across multiple organizations.