Omar Valerio
CIO / CTO / CISO at Westminster Christian School
📋 Biography
CIO / CTO with over 33 years of experience working in the education industry. Skilled in Data Centers, Infrastructure, Windows, Servers, Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft 365, Cisco, VMware / Hyper V, OS X, Fiber Optic Cable, Databases, Domain Name System (DNS), Project Management, Cyber Security Architect, Ethical Hacking, and Data Wiring. Proficient in Microsoft products such as Azure, 365, PowerShell, and Intune. Technology professional with a BS-NSE / Specialist in IT- Network / Software Systems Engineer - from Barry University. Focused on Network Systems Engineering and Security. Microsoft MVP • MIE Expert • Microsoft SSC Mentor • Speaker (Tech Mentor, Live 360, E2 Education Exchange, Microsoft SSC Summit, FETC, Misbo, ISTE, etc.). • FETC review committee member. • FCIS Technology Coordinator Committee and Speaker • Executive Board Member for MDCPS Technology Advisory Committee • Executive Member for the Global Advisory Board for the Showcase Schools Program • CIO Council.
✨ High-Impact Contributions 5
Attended several sessions and provided product feedback to engineers, and product developers.
Mentor University students in all aspect of technology platforms, including leadership roles in IT.
Attended several sessions and provided product feedback to engineers, and product developers.
I have been involved in the construction of a school in Nigeria for underprivileged families. I am training and mentoring all teachers on Microsoft tools while also assisting with IT infrastructure, security, and other IT-related matters to ensure the success of this endeavor. My goal is to make this my next Microsoft Showcase School.
Cybercriminals might find independent and private institutions more attractive than public schools.