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Hi! I am Manu

Manuel Naveira Brandariz

Cybersecurity & Cloud Specialist at VASS

I am a communications and security specialist with a strong background in the design, implementation, and management of advanced technological solutions. My goal is to help organizations and individuals strengthen their communication infrastructure and protection, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their critical data and information.

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Experience

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VASS

July 2025 - Present

Madrid

VASS is a global digital solutions company specializing in consulting, technology, and innovation.

Cybersecurity & Cloud Specialist

July 2025 - Present

Responsibilities:
  • Specialized in cybersecurity and cloud environments with a focus on SASE architectures and Zero Trust models.
  • Design and implementation of secure cloud networking and security solutions.
  • Integration of identity, access management, and security monitoring within hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructures.
  • Advisory on best practices for digital transformation with emphasis on security and compliance.

Emetel

April 2020 - July 2025

A Coruña

Emetel is a strategic technology consulting firm.

Network and Security Specialist

April 2020 - July 2025

Responsibilities:
  • Configuration and troubleshooting of networking equipment such as switches, firewalls, load balancers, and proxies.
  • Management and administration of security rules on firewalls, platforms such as Zscaler, and Cloudflare WAF.
  • Specialized technical support in networks and security analysis.
  • End-to-end client request management including planning, execution, and follow-up.
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Plexus

June 2016 - April 2020

A Coruña

Plexus is a technology company specialized in IT services and products.

Network Department Coordinator

January 2019 - April 2020

Responsibilities:
  • Coordinated and supervised the B2B Back Office team.
  • Ensured SLA compliance and prepared technical reports.
  • Created documentation to support team performance, including procedures and technical solutions.
  • Provisioned B2B services across various technologies such as FTTH, SDWAN, 3G/4G, MetroEthernet, HFC, DSL, VPN-MPLS, and SDH.
Network Technician

June 2016 - January 2019

Responsibilities:
  • Deployed special projects and LAN/WAN networking solutions.
  • Managed and configured VPRN, VPLS, and MPLS on Cisco/Alcatel-Lucent.
  • Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on networking equipment for B2B clients.
  • Configured network devices such as routers (Cisco, Huawei, Mikrotik, Teldat), switches (Cisco), and firewalls (Fortigate).

Indra

September 2013 - July 2016

A Coruña

Indra is a global leader in providing solutions for the Transportation, Air Traffic, and Defense markets.

Network Technician

September 2013 - July 2016

Responsibilities:
  • Performed corrective maintenance and service provisioning.
  • Supported data networks (ADSL, HDSL, ISDN, HSDPA, LTE, PPP, MetroEthernet).
  • Diagnosed and resolved incidents in communication infrastructure and MPLS/VPN-IP services.
  • Worked with networking equipment from Cisco, Alcatel, Fortinet, Teldat, and Juniper.
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Education

IES Fernando Wirtz
2012-2014
Higher Degree in Networked Computer Systems Administration
Grade: 8.8 out of 10
IES As Mariñas
1994-1996
Higher Degree in Business Administration and Finance
Grade: 7.2 out of 10
IES As Mariñas
1992-1994
Intermediate Degree in Administrative Management
Grade: 7.8 out of 10

Certifications

CCME - Check Point Maestro Expert
CCME - Check Point Maestro Expert
Certification Feb 2025 - Present

The Check Point Maestro Expert (CCME) has a comprehensive understanding of Check Point’s Maestro Hyperscale Network Security..

CCSA - Check Point Certified Security Administrator
CCSA - Check Point Certified Security Administrator
Certification Nov 2020 - Present

Essential certification for IT Admins who manage daily operations of Check Point Security solutions.

CCSE - Check Point Certified Security Expert
CCSE - Check Point Certified Security Expert
Certification Feb 2023 - Present

Advanced certification for IT Admins who manage daily operations of Check Point Security solutions.

CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise
CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise
Certification Jan 2021 - Present

Holders of CCNP Enterprise certification have demonstrated skills with enterprise networking solutions.

CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise
CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Professional Enterprise
Certification Aug 2016 - Present

Earners of Cisco CCNA - Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) have demonstrated knowledge and skills related to network fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, IP services, security fundamentals, and automation and programmability.

Cisco Certified Cybersecurity Associate
Cisco Certified Cybersecurity Associate
Certification Dec 2022 - Present

This certification validates the skills required of associate-level cyber security analysts within security operations centers.

Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation
Certification Dec 2022 - Present

Earners of Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation have demonstrated knowledge for implementation and troubleshooting of advanced routing technologies and services including Layer 3, VPN services, infrastructure security, infrastructure services, and infrastructure automation.

Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core
Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core
Certification Jan 2021 - Present

Earners of Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core have demonstrated knowledge of implementing core enterprise network technologies including dual stack (IPv4 and IPv6) architecture, virtualization, infrastructure, network assurance, security and automation.

Extreme Certified Associate in Extreme Switching
Extreme Certified Associate in Extreme Switching
Certification Oct 2023 - Present

This course takes a deeper dive into our Extreme Switching products. Earners of this badge learn about Extreme Switching, EXOS/Switch Engine, security concepts and where you can find support for any technical questions you may have. You’ll also learn about the management of switches, including tools like ExtremeCloud IQ and ExtremeCloud IQ-Site Engine. We look at licensing models, introduce you to technical terms and what networkers and engineers would do on a regular basis.

Fortinet Certified Fundamentals Cybersecurity
Fortinet Certified Fundamentals Cybersecurity
Certification Apr 2024 - Present

The Fortinet Certified Fundamentals in Cybersecurity certification validates that the earner has mastered the technical skills and knowledge that are required for any entry-level job role in cybersecurity. The curriculum covers today’s threat landscape and the fundamentals of cybersecurity.

Fortinet Certified Associate Cybersecurity
Fortinet Certified Associate Cybersecurity
Certification Apr 2024 - Present

The Fortinet Certified Associate in Cybersecurity certification validates that the earner can run high-level operations on a FortiGate device. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of operating the most common FortiGate features.

JNCIA - Juniper Networks Certified Associate, Junos
JNCIA - Juniper Networks Certified Associate, Junos
Certification Apr 2023 - Present

The JNCIA-Junos credential validates an understanding of networking fundamentals and core functionality of the Junos OS. A certification holder at this level has demonstrated entry-level to intermediate knowledge of networking.

NRS I - Nokia Certified Network Routing Specialist
NRS I - Nokia Certified Network Routing Specialist
Certification Sep 2021 - Present

Earners of the Nokia Network Routing Specialist I (NRS I) Certification are familiar with the basics of the TCP/IP layered model, Ethernet, Internet addressing and packet forwarding, routing protocols, MPLS tunneling, and Virtual Private Network (VPN) services.

ZTCA - Zscaler Zero Trust Cyber Associate
ZTCA - Zscaler Zero Trust Cyber Associate
Certification Aug 2025 - Present

Zscaler Zero Trust Cyber Associate (ZTCA), one of the industry’s most comprehensive zero trust credentials, helps network and security professionals attest expertise in establishing a holistic, layered security approach based on zero trust principles.

ZIA - Zscaler Internet Access
ZIA - Zscaler Internet Access
Certification Dec 2023 - Present

The Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) certification validates expertise in securing users and data in cloud environments through a zero trust-based internet access platform. It equips IT and security professionals to implement secure access policies, traffic inspection, and threat protection across cloud services in a centralized manner.

ACE - Cloudflare Accredited Configuration Engineer
ACE - Cloudflare Accredited Configuration Engineer
Certification Mar 2024 - Present

Cloudflares Accredited Configuration Engineer (ACE) is designed for implementation engineers who will be actively managing and implementing Cloudflare solutions. This accreditation provides a fundamental into implementing, optimizing, and troubleshooting core Cloudflare solutions. The exam consists of 3 modules, Implementing Cloudflare, Optimizing Cloudflare, and Troubleshooting Cloudflare.

Cloudflare One Advanced
Cloudflare One Advanced
Certification Mar 2026 - Present

Certification in Cloudflare One (Zero Trust / SASE), focused on modernizing secure access, consolidating networking and security, deploying ZTNA, and protecting users through Secure Web Gateway (SWG), Email Security, and Remote Browser Isolation, with capabilities in troubleshooting and performance optimization.

NSCO&A - Netskope Certified Cloud Security Administrator
NSCO&A - Netskope Certified Cloud Security Administrator
Certification Oct 2025 - Present

The Netskope Certified Cloud Security Administrator (NCCSA) certification validates expertise in administering and managing Netskope’s cloud security platform. It covers key areas such as Secure Web Gateway (SWG), Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and Data Loss Prevention (DLP), focusing on configuration, policy management, and incident response within SASE environments.

NSCI&I - Netskope Certified Cloud Security Integrator
NSCI&I - Netskope Certified Cloud Security Integrator
Certification Feb 2026 - Present

The Netskope Certified Cloud Security Integrator (NCCSI) is a professional accreditation designed for specialists responsible for deploying, configuring, and optimizing cloud security solutions

Courses

n8n. Create AI Agents Without Coding
Udemy 9 hours

Practical course on creating AI agents and automation with n8n, integrating AI models, embeddings, memory, and deployment on productivity platforms and tools.

Generative Artificial Intelligence
Udemy 22 hours

Course covering the most popular Generative Artificial Intelligence techniques and algorithms currently available.

Power BI – Data Analysis and Business Intelligence
Udemy 21 hours

Practical course to create interactive reports and dashboards using data from multiple sources.

Splunk – From Zero to Expert
Udemy 3 hours

This course provides a practical and progressive introduction to Splunk, the leading platform for real-time monitoring, log management, and operational intelligence.

Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Career Path
Netacad 120 hours

This course is designed to prepare participants for entry-level cybersecurity roles and the Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity certification. Students gain skills in threat intelligence, network security, and risk management, equipping them to protect systems and organizations from cyberattacks. Ideal for those starting a career as a Junior Cybersecurity Analyst, Cybersecurity Technician, or Tier 1 Help Desk Support.

Introduction to Data Science
Netacad 6 hours

This introductory course takes you inside the world of data science. You will learn the basics of data science, data analytics, and data engineering to understand how machine learning is shaping the future of business, healthcare, education, and more. Data science professionals who can provide actionable insights for data-driven decisions are in high demand all over the world.

AI Solutions on Cisco Infrastructure Essentials | DCAIE
Cisco U. 34 hours

The AI Solutions on Cisco Infrastructure Essentials (DCAIE) Learning Path covers the essentials of deploying, migrating, and operating AI solutions on Cisco data center infrastructure. You’ll be introduced to key AI workloads and elements, as well as foundational architecture, design, and security practices critical to successful delivery and maintenance of AI solutions on Cisco infrastructure.

Automate AI Solutions on Cisco Infrastructure | DCAIAA
Cisco U. 7 hours

The Automate AI Solutions on Cisco Infrastructure (DCAIAA) Learning Path empowers you to transcend traditional network management paradigms and embrace a future where intelligent automation drives efficiency, resilience, and security for your AI-powered infrastructure. The Learning Path delves into advanced network automation technologies, equipping you with the skills to orchestrate zero-touch provisioning (ZTP), learn about UI-based automation with templates, harness AI/ML templates in Cisco NDFC, implement AIOps for proactive infrastructure management, explore the potential of agentic AI, automate with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools, leverage Cisco Nexus-as-Code (NaC), and integrate Cisco Intersight for compute endpoint automation.

Programming for Network Engineers | PRNE
Cisco U. 22 hours

The Programming for Network Engineer (PRNE) Learning Path equips you with fundamental skills in Python programming. You will use Python basics to create useful and practical scripts with Netmiko to retrieve data and configure network devices. After completing this Learning Path, you should have a basic understanding of Python and be able to create, apply, and troubleshoot simple network automation scripts.

Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations | DCFNDU
Cisco U. 33 hours

The Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU) Learning Path helps you prepare for entry-level data center roles. In this Learning Path, you will learn the foundational knowledge and skills you need to configure Cisco® data center technologies, including networking, virtualization, storage area networking, and unified computing. You will get an introduction to Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (Cisco ACI), automation and cloud computing. You will get hands-on experience with configuring features on Cisco Nexus Operating System (Cisco NX-OS) and Cisco Unified Computing System (Cisco UCS). This Learning Path does not lead directly to a certification exam, but it does cover foundational knowledge that can help you prepare for several Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) and other professional-level data center trainings and exams.

Design and Deployment of Zero Trust Access with Cisco Secure Access
Cisco Security 6 hours

Hands-on workshop in a dCloud environment with full configuration of secure connectivity between remote users and private applications. Direct experience in designing, implementing, and validating Zero Trust architectures using Cisco Secure Access, including VPNs, tunnels, and alignment with data center regions.

ExtremeCloud IQ - Site Engine - Advanced Configuration
Extreme 27 hours

This course is designed for individuals responsible for the overall network management using ExtremeCloud IQ - SE, Extreme Analytics, Extreme Policy, and Extreme Control as well as individuals responsible for management automations."

ExtremeWireless Cloud - Advanced Configuration
Extreme 27 hours

This course is for personnel who want to learn about advanced ExtremeCloud™ IQ configuration options, which are not covered in ExtremeWireless Cloud - Installation and Configuration"

Zscaler Certified Sales Engineer
Zscaler 3 hours

This course identifies the key architectural differentiators that position Zscaler as a leader in Zero Trust. It explores the main solutions Zscaler offers across Zero Trust Networking, Cybersecurity, Data Protection, and Risk Management. Additionally, it examines how Zscaler addresses real-world business use cases through its platform capabilities and explains the value of its solutions in meeting specific customer needs.

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