Javier Avila
About Javier Avila
Javier Avila is a Sales Engineer with extensive experience in cybersecurity and data science. He has a proven track record in enhancing threat detection processes and generating new business in Mexico and LATAM.
Work at Exabeam
Javier Avila has been employed at Exabeam as a Sales Engineer since 2019. In this role, he focuses on generating new business opportunities in Mexico and Latin America. He assists partners in achieving their service objectives by leveraging the Exabeam platform. His expertise includes setting up secure environments through the implementation of advanced security solutions, which enhances threat detection processes.
Education and Expertise
Javier Avila holds a Master in Data Science from Universidad del Valle de México, where he studied from 2017 to 2019. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Information Technologies for Business from Universidad La Salle, A.C., completing his studies from 2007 to 2011. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in computer sciences, IT management, network security, and data science.
Professional Background
Javier Avila has a diverse professional background in the field of cybersecurity and information technology. He began his career as a Software Database Developer at Seguros Monterrey New York Life in 2010. He then worked at Scitum in various roles, including Junior Information Security Consultant, Operation Engineer, and Senior Information Security Consultant, from 2011 to 2016. After that, he served as a Cyber Security Analyst for Santander Group at AGS Alpama Global Services from 2016 to 2019.
Achievements in Cybersecurity
Throughout his career, Javier Avila has been involved in responding to security incidents, particularly those related to malware and data protection. He has worked as part of a Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT), contributing to the management and resolution of security threats. His experience in implementing Next-Generation SIEM, UEBA, and SOAR technologies has significantly improved threat detection processes.