Victor Bessa Ribeiro

Cybersecurity Innovation Leader | CISSP | Cyber Risk Management | ISO 27001 Lead Auditor

Brasília, Brazil

Victor Bessa Ribeiro

Summary

Cybersecurity Innovation Leader and CISSP with 8+ years of global IT expertise, specializing in strategic risk management, threat intelligence, design and implementation of threat intelligence programs. Multilingual professional committed to innovating cybersecurity programs with certified expertise in ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, Agile methodologies, project management, and security domains.

Experience managing diverse, multicultural teams in delivering enterprise-grade cybersecurity solutions and critical compliance frameworks. Pioneer of innovative threat detection frameworks integrating AI and advanced threat intelligence. Proven track record in enhancing security postures for organizations through strategic leadership and cutting-edge technology implementation.

Recognized for leading technology and innovation development of Network Detection and Response (NDR) solutions, improving threat detection through integrations and knowledge base enhancements, and directly advising development teams on security best practices.

Professional Experience

Cybersecurity Innovation Leader - Zerum IT (2024 - Present)

  • Provided technology and innovation leadership for the development of Network Detection and Response (NDR) solutions
  • Responsible for company research, leading transformations, and defining goals that raised the bar for future projects
  • Improved threat detection through integrations and enhancements of the knowledge base
  • Strong integration with development teams, directly advising and coordinating activities
  • Integrated future trends, market research, and customer insight as opportunities for local, emerging, and global market growth initiatives

SOC Analyst - Zerum IT (2022 - 2024)

  • Conducted threat hunting, system and network forensics, and incident response activities
  • Implemented continuous monitoring through NDR and SIEM applications with POC and intrusion detection
  • Developed security rules, playbooks, and alerts to enhance threat detection capabilities
  • Performed risk analysis and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities
  • Monitored anomalies and maintained security compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, and ITIL frameworks

System Administrator - IAFIS Group (2022)

  • Managed company's IT systems with daily and weekly reporting of usage and errors
  • Controlled and updated tools and software used, with on-site visits to verify workstation standards
  • Translated, managed, and quality controlled documentation related to company systems according to ISO 9001 guidelines
  • Implemented backup and restoration procedures for critical systems
  • Handled discretely routing of highly classified materials in a timely manner for real-time operations

Team Manager & Project Management Officer - Quantum Leap (2021)

  • Served as connection between development team and clients, with meetings with CEO to track progress
  • Delegated tasks and performed risk analysis with notifications to stakeholders
  • Developed software and hardware solutions in B2B and B2C environments
  • Identified operational risks, areas for improvement, and escalated urgent issues
  • Developed design and creation workflow according to ISO 9001 standards
  • Organized meetings and scheduled activities, coordinating assembly of prototypes

IT Infrastructure Technician, Level 2 - TJDFT & MAPA, CTIS / SONDA (2019 - 2021)

  • Ensured quality assurance of IT systems and applications used by Brazil's Agriculture Ministry and TJDFT across 30 related localities
  • Provided desktop hardware/software support for Microsoft Windows 7/10 environments
  • Assisted in relocation of equipment and assured network connectivity across field offices
  • Installed, repaired, and operated workstations and videoconference systems for optimal performance
  • Provided end-user support, both on-site and remote, with issue tracking and solving
  • Monitored networks to ensure availability and performed maintenance to support network availability
  • Administered security measures and guaranteed security of sensitive information

Intern - Ministry of Environment & Federal Senate (2017 - 2019)

  • Developed data science and geoprocessing solutions for public sector projects
  • Created public indexes for environmental licenses and senatorial pronouncements
  • Gained early experience in data management and analysis for government applications

Key Projects

Nommo Smart Water Pump (2021)

IoT-enabled smart water pump leveraging embedded systems and edge AI to create a new order-from-home + home-delivery ecosystem for bottled water consumers and providers. Led project management and technical implementation aspects.

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Onomastic Index of Empire Senators (2017 - 2019)

Public index informing about the pronouncements of Brazilian senators from 1826 to 1889. Demonstrated expertise in data management, public information systems, and data analysis for government applications.

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Geoprocessing of Licenses in the PNLA (2016 - 2017)

Integrated database connecting multiple environmental agencies to create interactive maps according to user's desired research. Showcased skills in geospatial data analysis and public sector technology implementation.

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