Tyler Mezquita, Cissp
About Tyler Mezquita, Cissp
Tyler Mezquita is a Security & Compliance Engineer with a background in cybersecurity and compliance. He has worked at Validity Inc. and CyberHoot, and holds a CISSP certification.
Current Role at Validity Inc.
Tyler Mezquita currently serves as a Security & Compliance Engineer at Validity Inc., a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on ensuring that the company's security measures comply with industry standards and regulations. His responsibilities include assessing security risks, implementing compliance protocols, and collaborating with various teams to enhance the organization's cybersecurity posture. He is based in Tampa, Florida.
Previous Experience at CyberHoot
Before joining Validity Inc., Tyler Mezquita worked at CyberHoot from 2019 to 2022. He held the positions of vCISO and Security Engineer, where he was responsible for overseeing security initiatives and advising clients on compliance matters. His tenure at CyberHoot provided him with valuable experience in the cybersecurity field, contributing to his professional development.
Career Progression at Validity Inc.
Tyler transitioned from a Compliance Analyst role to a Security & Compliance Engineer role at Validity Inc., indicating a career progression within the company. He worked as a Compliance Analyst from 2022 to 2024, where he gained insights into regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks. This experience laid the foundation for his current role, allowing him to take on more complex security challenges.
Educational Background in Criminology
Tyler Mezquita studied at the University of South Florida, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Criminology from 2014 to 2018. This educational background provided him with a strong understanding of security principles and the legal aspects of compliance, which are essential in his current roles in cybersecurity.
CISSP Certification
Tyler holds the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification, a globally recognized standard of achievement in the cybersecurity industry. This certification demonstrates his expertise in various domains of information security, including risk management, security architecture, and compliance.