Diego Valenzuela
Cloud Security Architect
Mission
I secure cloud infrastructure and AI deployments for enterprises that can't afford to fail. After 13 years in IT and 5 specializing in cloud security, I've seen that most breaches happen in the gap between "good enough" and "actually secure." My work closes that gap.
How I Work
1) Assess (Week 1)
Guardrails + drift check across AWS/Azure. You get a baseline scorecard, top 10 risks, and a 30-day hardening plan.
2) Harden (Weeks 2-4)
Implement prioritized fixes (CIS L1/L2, least-privilege IAM, network egress). Weekly diff reports show what changed.
3) Prove (Ongoing)
Automated evidence, attack-path checks, and KPIs you can show to auditors and leadership.
Principles
- Prevention first; incidents last.
- Plain language over jargon.
- Evidence or it didn't happen.
- Small, safe, reversible changes.
Experience Journey
Certifications & Credentials
🔬 Private Security Lab
Isolated security lab (no client network access; controlled egress). I validate detections, break misconfigurations safely, and never touch your production accounts.
Languages & Logistics
Languages: Native Spanish | English (C2 proficiency)
Location: Santiago, Chile | Wyoming LLC with global reach
Availability: Works across US time zones · Accepting new projects now
Focus: AI security and complex hybrid environments