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Secure CI/CD Pipeline
Automated build/deploy with security gates (SAST), approvals, and environment promotion safeguards.
IT Operations • Security • Data Privacy
Hello — I’m Reynard Dahunan
I’m an IT Manager and Data Protection Officer focused on building dependable IT operations, strengthening security, and delivering privacy-by-design practices. I enjoy turning messy problems into stable systems: clearer processes, better tooling, and calmer incident response.
IT Leadership & Strategy
Security & Compliance
Data Privacy (DPO)
Infrastructure & End-User Ops
Cloud & Automation
About
What I do and how I work
I lead IT operations and data protection programs—driving system improvements, security hardening, and compliance practices that reduce downtime and protect sensitive data. I’m hands-on with governance, risk, and incident response, and I like building clear documentation and repeatable processes so teams move faster with fewer surprises.
Core strengths
- IT operations & service delivery (SLA-focused)
- Security controls, access, backup, endpoint hygiene
- Data privacy governance (policies, DPIAs, training)
- Project + vendor management
- Documentation, standardization, automation
Skills
IT Leadership & Strategy • Data Protection & Compliance (DPIAs, DPA/GDPR) • Governance & Risk (DPO role) • System & Network Administration • Technical Support & Troubleshooting • Cybersecurity & Incident Response • Project & Vendor Management • Documentation & Reporting
Certifications
Certified Data Protection Officer • Data Protection Officer Training Program • ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) • DICT Cybersecurity Competency Training • Ethical Hacking Training • Google IT Support Professional • NC II Computer System Servicing (TESDA) • Network & Basic System Admin (The IT Poor Guy) • CCNA R&S: Routing and Switching Essentials
Education
BS in Information Technology, University of Cebu — Cum Laude. Senior High ICT — With Honors.
Selected projects
Practical work in security, ops, and automation
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Monitoring & Observability
Centralized logs/metrics with dashboards and high-severity alerting to cut MTTR.
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Personal Portfolio Build
Static, privacy-conscious site deployed on Cloudflare Pages. Minimal analytics; email-free contact flow.
Experience
Highlights from recent roles
- Own IT operations and strategy; align technology roadmap with business objectives.
- Act as DPO; ensure compliance with the Data Privacy Act; lead policies, training, and incident response planning.
- Run risk assessments and DPIAs; manage reporting and executive updates.
- Lead IT teams and resource allocation; partner with leadership to maintain client trust.
- Hands-on support for hardware, software, and networks; managed assets and user accounts.
- Implemented data security controls and backup strategies; drafted/enforced IT policies.
- Designed IT solutions for business needs; coordinated projects and vendor relationships.
- Provided technical support, ensured reliable operations, and assisted with project execution.
- Provided 1st/2nd-level on-site and remote support; managed/prioritized tickets to meet SLAs.
- Resolved hardware, software, and internal app issues; supported rack-mount/network/server equipment.
- Installed/configured computers, systems, networks, printers, and scanners; triaged incidents.
- Supported IT operations and end-user issues during transition/contract engagement.
- Maintained ICT hardware/software; supported users; managed inventory and archives.
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Contact
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