David Muñoz
About David Muñoz
David Muñoz is a Cloud Infrastructure Administrator II who specializes in helping federal agencies with FedRAMP authorization processes. He has a background in cybersecurity and extensive experience in IT management, having worked for the US Army and Microsoft.
Work at Coalfire
David Muñoz currently holds the position of Cloud Infrastructure Administrator II at Coalfire, a role he has been in since 2023. In this capacity, he is responsible for building a technical Knowledge Base aimed at enhancing customer understanding and troubleshooting efficiency. He coordinates with client product teams to monitor and secure cloud-hosted infrastructure, ensuring compliance with established Service Level Agreements (SLAs). His expertise includes administering Identity and Access Management (IAM), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Single Sign-On (SSO) across various platforms including AWS IAM and Azure.
Education and Expertise
David Muñoz earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber Security from the University of Arizona, completing his studies from 2020 to 2023. He also holds an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology from Cochise College, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and cloud infrastructure management.
Background in IT and Military Service
David Muñoz has a diverse background in information technology, including significant experience in the U.S. Army. He served as an IT Enterprise Manager from 2020 to 2023 in Wiesbaden, Germany, where he supervised 10 personnel and oversaw IT operations across Europe and Africa. Prior to that, he worked as an ISR Systems Administrator from 2017 to 2020 at Fort Hood, Texas. His military experience has equipped him with skills in managing complex IT systems and leading teams.
Previous Experience at Microsoft and Other Roles
Before joining Coalfire, David Muñoz worked at Microsoft as a student in the Microsoft Software & Systems Academy, focusing on Server and Cloud Administration for four months in 2023. He also gained experience as a Cybersecurity Extern at the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation in 2022. These roles have contributed to his proficiency in cloud infrastructure and security practices.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
David Muñoz is proficient in deploying and maintaining cloud infrastructure using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Packer. He has expertise in administering IAM, MFA, and SSO with various protocols including SAML, OAuth, and LDAP across AWS IAM and Azure RBAC. His technical skills enable him to effectively manage and secure cloud environments.