Franklin Valdez

Director of Engineering

New York, New York, United States17 yrs 10 mos experience
AI ML PractitionerHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Expert in designing secure network architectures.
  • Proven track record in cloud security solutions.
  • Mentor to high-performing network security teams.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Network Security Architect specializing in enterprise security solutions for healthcare.

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Skills

Core Skills

Network Security ArchitectureCloud Security

Other Skills

Secure Network ArchitectureNetwork SegmentationEnterprise FirewallsSecure Service EdgeRemote AccessEnterprise Load BalancerSecure Cloud ArchitectureAWS Direct ConnectAzure ExpressRouteGoogle InterconnectWeb Application Firewall (WAF)API SecurityCDNDDoS ProtectionDNS Security

About

As an engineering driven network security architect, I design and implement scalable network and security solutions for complex hybrid cloud and onprem environments. My focus is on transforming fragmented architectures into unified, resilient systems built on secure by design principles. Today I focus on maturing enterprise security controls, driving the adoption of next generation solutions, and mentoring a high-performing team of network security engineers. As an advisory member for leading technology firms, I contribute field driven insights to influence the evolution of cloud networking and enterprise security platforms.

Experience

17 yrs 10 mos
Total Experience
17 yrs 10 mos
Average Tenure
17 yrs 10 mos
Current Experience

Memorial sloan kettering cancer center

4 roles

Associate Director - Network, Cloud and Security Engineering

Promoted

Jan 2022Present · 4 yrs 4 mos

  • Over my 17+ year career at MSK, I have progressed from a field engineer to Associate Director, where I now lead the architecture and execution of high impact, enterprise wide network and security initiatives. My approach blends hands on technical expertise with a strategic vision that ensures security not only protects but also enables the business mission.
  • Specific Responsibilities include:
  • Secure Network Architecture, Network Segmentation, Enterprise Firewalls, Secure Service Edge, Remote Access, Enterprise Load Balancer
  • Secure Cloud Architecture, AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, Google Interconnect
  • Web Application Firewall (WAF), API Security, CDN, DDoS Protection, and DNS Security
  • Vendor Management and Product Selection
  • New Technology Assessment and Evaluation
  • Cross Team Collaboration
Secure Network ArchitectureNetwork SegmentationEnterprise FirewallsSecure Service EdgeRemote AccessEnterprise Load Balancer+15

Network Security Engineer

Promoted

Feb 2017Jan 2022 · 4 yrs 11 mos

Network Analyst

Promoted

Aug 2014Feb 2017 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Field Service Technician

Jul 2008Aug 2014 · 6 yrs 1 mo

Education

SANS Technology Institute

Cyber Defense Operations

Nov 2024Sep 2026

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