Val W.
About Val W.
Val W. is a Cybersecurity Operations Analyst at the Government of Canada, where they have worked since 2020. They hold an Honours Bachelor of Applied Information Science from Sheridan College and an Honours Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto, with a background in software engineering and network engineering.
Current Role as Cybersecurity Operations Analyst
Val W. currently serves as a Cybersecurity Operations Analyst at the Government of Canada. This position has been held since 2020 and is based in Ottawa, Ontario. In this role, Val is responsible for monitoring and responding to cybersecurity incidents, ensuring the integrity and security of government systems and data.
Previous Experience at Government of Canada
Prior to the current role, Val W. worked as a Software Engineer at the Government of Canada for a brief period in 2019. This role lasted for three months and was also located in Ottawa, Ontario. During this time, Val contributed to software development projects aimed at enhancing government services.
Educational Background in Cybersecurity
Val W. studied at Sheridan College, where they earned an Honours Bachelor of Applied Information Science with a focus on Cybersecurity. This program was completed from 2017 to 2020, equipping Val with essential skills and knowledge in the field of information security.
Experience at University of Toronto
Val W. has extensive experience at the University of Toronto, where they held multiple positions. Val worked as a Research Associate from 2014 to 2015 and again from 2015 to 2016, totaling approximately one year in that role. Additionally, Val served as a Research Assistant for three months in 2015. These roles involved conducting research and contributing to academic projects in the fields of Computational Cognitive Science and Cybernetics.
Previous Role as Network Engineer
In 2019, Val W. worked as a Network Engineer at Softchoice for a period of three months in Oakville, Ontario. This role involved managing and supporting network infrastructure, contributing to the organization's IT operations.