Giovanni Ramos
About Giovanni Ramos
Giovanni Ramos is a Product Security Engineer II at Medallia, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in project management and cybersecurity, with previous roles in various organizations, including technical project management and library services.
Work at Medallia
Giovanni Ramos currently holds the position of Product Security Engineer II at Medallia, a role he has been in since 2023, working remotely from San Mateo, California. Prior to this, he served as a Technical Project Manager focusing on security for five months in 2021. His tenure at Medallia spans a total of two years, during which he contributed to various projects and initiatives related to product security.
Education and Expertise
Giovanni Ramos graduated from the Year Up program, where he focused on Project Management. He furthered his education at Diablo Valley College, earning an Associate's degree in Computer Science from 2018 to 2022. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering in Cybersecurity at Western Governors University, expected to complete in 2024. His educational background supports his proficiency in various development tools and CI/CD tools.
Background
Before his role at Medallia, Giovanni worked in various positions that contributed to his skill set. He was an Assistant Librarian at Contra Costa County Library from 2016 to 2018 and served as a Project Manager at Year Up from 2020 to 2021. His experience also includes working as a Bar Back/Bartender at Puesto and as a Server at Olive Garden, showcasing his diverse professional background.
Technical Skills and Interests
Giovanni Ramos is proficient in development tools such as PyCharm, Visual Studio Code, and Obsidian. He has experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins and Ostorlab. His technical interests include Docker, Kubernetes, and penetration testing, demonstrating a strong foundation in modern software development practices. He has also developed skills in pentesting applications and learned front-end web development in a short time frame.
Professional Attributes
Giovanni demonstrates leadership and attention to detail in his professional roles. His ability to manage projects effectively and his technical expertise contribute to his success in the field of product security. His diverse work experience and educational background equip him with a unique perspective in addressing security challenges.