João Victor Silva
About João Victor Silva
João Victor Silva is a Cyber Security Manager at UserGems, where he focuses on implementing cybersecurity tools and managing penetration tests. He holds a Master's degree in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics and has extensive experience in data compliance and security regulations.
Work at UserGems
João Victor Silva currently serves as the Cyber Security Manager at UserGems, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for sourcing and implementing cybersecurity tools that align with the organization's needs. He previously worked at UserGems as a Cyber Security Analyst from 2022 to 2023, where he contributed to enhancing the company's cybersecurity posture. His responsibilities included organizing and managing regular penetration tests in collaboration with development teams, ensuring that security findings were effectively addressed.
Education and Expertise
João Victor Silva holds a Master's degree in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics from Politécnico de Leiria, which he completed from 2018 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from the same institution, studying from 2015 to 2018. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and practices. He has expertise in data compliance and security regulations, which he applies in his current role to ensure that cybersecurity remains a priority within the organization.
Background
Before joining UserGems, João Victor Silva worked as a Cyber Security Analyst and Risk Consultant at dig8ital from 2020 to 2022. His earlier experience includes a role as a Data Analyst at EY in Porto, Portugal, where he worked for five months in 2019. This diverse background in data analysis and cybersecurity has informed his data-driven approach to problem-solving in his current position.
Achievements
João Victor Silva has authored articles focusing on B2B data compliance and security, contributing to the discourse on data protection laws. His published work includes discussions on the impact of data breaches on brand reputation and insights into B2B data protection regulations. These contributions reflect his commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of cybersecurity and data compliance.