John Garcia Jr

GRC Analyst (Entry‑Level) | 1+ Years in Cybersecurity | SOC 2 Concepts • Risk Assessment Skills • Audit Readiness Mindset | Strengthening compliance through clear documentation & systems thinking

Greater Houston

About

Systems‑driven cybersecurity and GRC analyst in training with a background in workflow optimization, compliance, and structured operations. I’m transitioning from graphics development and enterprise operations into security, focusing on SIEM, risk management, and governance frameworks. I bring a calm, reliable, early‑morning work ethic and a strong ability to map, redesign, and implement processes that support secure, efficient teams. I bring over 15 years of leadership and technical troubleshooting experience. At TV Graphics and Starbucks, I mastered the art of delivering under pressure, managing cross-functional projects, troubleshooting complex systems in real-time, and leading teams in compliance-driven environments. This background provides me with a unique blend of resilience and problem-solving that translates directly to the high-stakes world of incident response. Technical Toolkit: SIEM & Analysis: Splunk, Chronicle, Log Correlation, and Incident Reporting. Tools & Languages: Python (Automation/Logic), Linux/Kali, SQL, and GitHub. Security Frameworks: NIST CSF, ISO 27001, Risk Management, and Network Security.

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