Resume

Aristides Vidal

Senior IT Infrastructure & Cybersecurity Specialist

214-504-4525. | ariswebnet@gmail.com

Accomplished IT Professional with 18+ years of experience in the design, implementation, and automation of complex business systems. Expert at bridging the gap between legacy infrastructure and modern security frameworks, reinforced by a Master of Science in Cyber Security (2022). Proven track record of delivering high-value solutions that increase revenue and reduce costs, including saving $1.5 million through technological innovation in the energy sector.

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Cybersecurity & Networking: Cryptography (RSA/AES), Risk Assessment, Penetration Testing, Wi-Fi Security, TCP/IP, SSL, and IoT Infrastructure.

  • Systems & Automation: IT Infrastructure Architecture, Maximo EAM, SharePoint, Distributed Systems, and Process Automation.

  • Software, Data & AI: Python, Java, SQL, C++, HTML5/CSS, Data Visualization (Looker, ArcGIS), and Applied AI Tools (Gemini, ChatGPT, OpenAI API).

  • Leadership: Technical Project Management, ISO 9001 Certification, Cross-functional Team Leadership, and Bilingual Technical Communication (English/Spanish).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ArisWebnet | Fort Worth, TX IT Consultant & Security Analyst | 10/2019 – Present

  • Spearhead comprehensive security analyses and network audits for business clients, proactively identifying vulnerabilities and safeguarding critical data infrastructure.

  • Administer and optimize enterprise asset management solutions (Maximo EAM), building advanced SQL queries to generate real-time data visualizations in Looker that improve client decision-making.

  • Design and deploy secure, automated web environments and IoT solutions using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and Linux (Ubuntu/Kali) ecosystems.

  • Execute advanced cryptographic solutions, including key distribution and symmetric/public-key data encryption.

U.S. Cat Adjusters | Houston, TX & Miami, FL IT Project Manager | 02/2016 – 10/2019

  • Directed field investigations and utilized specialized software (Xamite28) to precisely analyze reconstruction costs and validate high-value insurance claims.

  • Developed data-driven dashboards and visualizations to communicate project statuses daily to stakeholders, ensuring seamless operational execution.

  • Ensured strict adherence to all company protocols, accounting procedures, and IT compliance policies to maintain operational continuity.

Universal Pressure Pumping | Midland, TX System Analyst Engineer / Field Operations | 02/2007 – 02/2016

  • Financial Impact: Architected mobile technology solutions (hardware/software integration for fleet connectivity) that saved the company $1.5 million across 8 mobile command units.

  • Process Automation: Engineered custom database solutions (SQL, Advanced Excel, Access) that reduced operational calculation time by 95% (from 1 hour to 3 minutes), drastically accelerating field service delivery.

  • System Design & Compliance: Designed laboratory support systems to test and manage 360+ chemicals in strict compliance with government MSDS/SDS standards.

  • Leadership: Managed technical service teams and supervised up to 40 employees during high-stakes, technology-driven field operations.

ADDITIONAL EARLY EXPERIENCE

  • Landman Manager | Fort Worth Energy Co LLC (2004 – 2007): Pioneered the implementation of early satellite mapping and GIS systems, identifying lucrative opportunities that generated $15 million in organizational profit.

  • Quality Control Manager/Engineer | Seriesa (1995 – 2004): Led the ISO 9001 certification process and directed a 150-person division, engineering custom productivity applications in C++ and Visual Basic to streamline operations.

EDUCATION

  • Master of Science, Computer Science (Cyber Security) | University of Texas Permian Basin, TX (2022)

  • Bachelor of Science, Computer Science and Information Systems | Universidad Olmeca, Mexico

  • Associate of Arts, Computer Network Engineering | Westwood College, Fort Worth, TX

VOLUNTEER & LANGUAGES

  • Bilingual: Native fluency in English and Spanish.

  • Community Service: Volunteer Translator for Justice For Our Neighbors (Legalization services) and active ESL Assistant.