Armando Valdrez

Armando Valdrez is a seasoned professional in infrastructure management and cybersecurity, currently serving as Senior Manager, Infrastructure, I&O at the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) since January 2011. In this role, Armando oversees network and security infrastructure, architecture, telecom, real-time telemetry, NERC CIP cybersecurity, storage, virtualization, and IT operations. Prior experience includes a consultancy role at Siemens focused on network and security solutions for power utilities and other sectors, as well as a position as Network Specialist at Time Warner Cable. Armando has further enhanced expertise through education at The Ivey Academy, the University of Toronto, Harvard Business School Executive Education, and Sheridan College.