About Me
Hello, I'm Alejandro Aguirre Soto.
I have a passion for life and an insatiable desire to learn everything I can about our reality. For a significant part of my life, I have been dedicated to the world of engineering, with a particular focus on computer science and cybersecurity domains.
In addition to my technical pursuits, I also have an artistic side. I've been playing guitar for over two decades, and I love writing fantasy novels and creating pixel art. I see myself as a creator, inventor, and pure innovator. As a computational enthusiast and artist, I am always eager to learn and explore new ideas and concepts.
- Name: Alejandro Aguirre Soto
- Age: 32 years
- Address: I work remotely from Worldwide
- Email: [email protected]
Years of
Experience
What I Do
I have always loved creating things, and I find that computers are an amazing tool for building new worlds. For me, life is a perfect balance between technical expertise and creativity. I never hesitate to put both sides of my brain to work, whether programming a new application or writing a novel.
Cybersecurity Specialist
I am a cybersecurity leader with senior-level experience in developing and implementing advanced cybersecurity solutions and products.
Penetration testing
I am a highly qualified penetration tester with extensive experience discovering security issues and vulnerabilities in web apps, mobile apps, cloud, and code.
Innovation
I am skilled at identifying real needs, uncovering insights, and using innovative methodologies to create effective solutions that meet those needs.
Creativity
I'm passionate about the art behind computer-generated media, such as video games, and enjoy creating music and art for them. Currently, I'm crafting my own vibrant story.
Resume
Engineering Skills
- Python
- Web & Mobile Penetration Testing
- SecDevOps
- Cloud Security
- Data Engineering
- Web Design
Artist Skills
- Guitar
- Writing
- Drawing
- Digital Art
- Languages
- Meditation
Experience
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2022-Current
Cybersecurity LeaderSafeOps
Involved in the development of SafeOps as cybersecurity team leader and advisor, I strive to centralize the entire attack surface into a single platform for automated security testing on cloud, code, web, mobile, infrastructure, and orchestration to identify vulnerabilities and issues. -
2018-2022
Cybersecurity SpecialistBancolombia.
I have developed tools to improve procedures, technologies, culture, and analytics (big data and data science) in the cybersecurity field. In addition, I have conducted ethical hackings, web/mobile pentesting, and static code analysis. -
2018-2020
CTOMaia Tech
I co-founded a Data Science startup with 3 PhD professors. Our team won the first Angelhack 2018 in Medellin, Colombia. We provided Data Science services to local companies for predictive and analytical problem-solving. -
2016-2018
PentesterFluid Attacks
This company shaped my skills in Pentesting, Ethical hacking, and SecDevOps, helping me develop my technical expertise in cybersecurity. -
2017
InventorPatent PCT/CO2017/000007
My father and I patented a new water energy extraction procedure. -
2015-2016
CofounderEl vegano Andante
Co-founded vegan restaurant promoting healthy habits.
Education
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2021
CertificationAWS Secure Engineering
AWS training center - Virtual -
2016
Specialization DegreeSoftware Engineering
Duke University - Virtual -
2014
Bachelor DegreeMechatronics Engineering
Universidad Escuela de Ingeniería de Antioquia - Medellín, Colombia -
2014
CertificationInternational Dimension Engineering
ENSAM - Paris, France -
2013
Master DegreeEngineering
ENSAM - Paris, France -
2012
Bachelor DegreeMechanical Engineering
ENSAM - Bordeaux, France
Testimonials
- Juan Jaramillo
- Project Manager
An outstanding person and an excellent professional. Transparency, simplicity and richness both in knowledge and demeanor are qualities I value in every person I meet and Alejandro has been their embodiment.
- Maria Del Mar Gaviria
- Holistic Therapist
Alejandro's approach to learning, teaching, and creating has had a profound impact on my growth and development. He has been a constant source of encouragement and support, always believing in my potential and pushing me to reach my goals.
An exceptional leader who teaches with consistency, love, and simplicity. Alejandro has a remarkable ability to merge science with spirituality, simplifying complex concepts for easy understanding.