Billy Ortiz
About Billy Ortiz
Billy Ortiz is a seasoned professional in the field of cybersecurity and network engineering, currently serving as a Quality Control Tester at the Sans Institute and a Senior Cyber Security Network Engineer at a confidential company. With extensive experience spanning over two decades, he has held various technical roles across multiple organizations in the United States.
Current Role at SANS Institute
Billy Ortiz serves as a Quality Control Tester at SANS Institute, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of cybersecurity training materials and resources. His work contributes to the overall mission of SANS Institute in providing high-quality education and training in cybersecurity. He has been with the organization for a total of nine years, working from their location in Rockville, Maryland.
Experience in Cyber Security and Networking
Since 2019, Billy Ortiz has been employed as a Senior Cyber Security Network Engineer at a confidential company operating in stealth mode in New York, New York. His role focuses on enhancing the security of network systems and protecting sensitive data. Additionally, he has extensive experience as a Senior Network Engineer and Network Administrator at Sumter Electric Cooperative, Inc., a position he has held since 2007, where he manages network infrastructure and security.
Previous Employment History
Billy Ortiz has a diverse work history in the technology sector. He worked as a System Administrator at Eckerd Drugs from 1995 to 2001, where he managed IT systems in Austin, Texas. He also served as a Field Support Technician at Vcpi for one year in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, from 2004 to 2005. Prior to these roles, he was a Technical Solution Architect at IBM from 2001 to 2004 and an IT Architect at IBM from 1995 to 2001, both positions based in New York, New York.
Educational Background
Billy Ortiz earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electronics from the University of Puerto Rico - Bayamon. He also completed studies at the Cisco Networking Academy, where he gained knowledge in networking technologies. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in both electronics and network security, which supports his professional roles in the technology field.