Urko Fernandez
About Urko Fernandez
Urko Fernandez is a Professional Services Delivery Engineer with extensive experience in IT and educational technology. He has worked in various roles across multiple organizations, focusing on software security, analytics tools, and cloud integration.
Work at Ribbon Communications
Urko Fernandez has been employed at Ribbon Communications since 2021, serving as a Professional Services Delivery Engineer. In this role, he focuses on the deployment of software security and analytics tools tailored for enterprises and service providers. His expertise includes performing acceptance testing and migration activities for core to edge IP solutions. His contributions support the company's commitment to delivering robust communication solutions.
Education and Expertise
Urko Fernandez holds a Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity and Privacy from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya, which he completed from 2019 to 2021. He also earned an MBA from Wheeling University between 2009 and 2011. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from Universidad del País Vasco/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in technology and business, enhancing his professional capabilities.
Background in IT and Technology Management
Urko Fernandez has a diverse background in IT and technology management. He served as an IT Systems Analyst at Jesuit Refugee Service for four months in 2011. Following this, he worked as a Product Manager at Applico for five months. From 2018 to 2019, he held the position of Educational Technology Manager at Emoki in Bilbao, Spain. His various roles have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of technology applications in different sectors.
Professional Experience Timeline
Urko Fernandez's professional journey began as a Graduate Assistant at Wheeling Jesuit University from 2009 to 2011. He transitioned to Jesuit Refugee Service as an IT Systems Analyst in 2011, followed by a brief tenure as a Product Manager at Applico. After that, he worked as an Educational Technology Manager at Emoki from 2018 to 2019. Since 2021, he has been with Ribbon Communications, where he continues to apply his skills in professional services delivery.
Specialization in Cloud Solutions
Urko Fernandez specializes in the integration of UCaaS (Unified Communications as a Service) and CPaaS (Communications Platform as a Service) cloud offers, particularly for critical infrastructure sectors. His focus on these areas reflects his commitment to advancing communication technologies and ensuring their effective implementation in various organizational contexts.