Mario Perez is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with a passion of empowering individuals and organizations to safeguard their digital assets. With extensive experience in network engineering, ethical hacking, and cloud security, Mario has a deep understanding of the evolving threat landscape.
As a dedicated educator, Mario has taught at renowned institutions like Los Angeles Valley College, Los Angeles Mission College and Santa Monica College. He is a certified instructor for industry-leading certifications such Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, and AWS, ensuring that his students receive top-tier training.
Mario’s expertise extends to various domains, including:
- Network Security: Designing, implementing, and securing complex network infrastructures.
- Cybersecurity Education: Developing and delivering engaging cybersecurity and networking curriculum.
- Cloud Security: Protecting cloud-based systems and data.
- Ethical Hacking: Identifying vulnerabilities and mitigating risks.
Mario’s commitment to excellent is evident in his numerous certifications and accomplishments. He is a Certified Ethical Hacker, Cisco Certified Network Engineer, CompTIA Network+, Fiber Optic Technician, and holds certifications in AWS Cloud Computing Architecture and Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer.
Beyond his professional pursuits, Mario actively contributes to the cybersecurity community as a member of the Workforce Development and Education at California Cybersecurity Task Force and NICE Community Coordinating Council. He is passionate about sharing knowledge and fostering a collaborative learning environment.