Julio Ruiz
Louisiana, USA
Julio Ruiz is a seasoned professional with over twelve years of expertise in management and over ten years of experience leading IT, cybersecurity, digital, and software development initiatives. He currently contributes his talents as a Project Manager for a New Jersey technology company specializing in cybersecurity consulting services. His work encompasses incident response, IT project management, and infrastructure monitoring for clients across the United States and Canada. Previously, Julio serves as a project manager, delivering impactful solutions for clients throughout Central and South America.
Julio’s professional credentials underscore his commitment to excellence. He holds globally recognized certifications, including Project Management Professional (PMP®), Kanban Management Professional (KMP), Scrum Master, and ISO 27001 Lead Auditor. Academically, he is a Systems Engineer graduate from Simon Bolivar University in Colombia. His early venture into project management began with a specialization in Project Management Engineering from North University in Colombia, followed by earning a Master’s degree in Business Administration with a focus on Project Management from Amberton University in Texas. Currently, he is advancing his academic journey as a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Leadership Studies with a focus on Emergency Management at Louisiana State University Shreveport.
A passionate advocate for the project management community, Julio has been an active volunteer within the Project Management Institute (PMI) for several years. He is a founding member of the PMI Caribe Colombia Chapter, reflecting his dedication to fostering professional networks and knowledge-sharing in his home country. Upon relocating to the United States, Julio continued his commitment to PMI by serving as a web and social media administrator. He later joined the board of directors for the PMI Dallas Chapter as Vice President of Applied Project Management. In this role, he spearheaded initiatives to promote project management education and application through collaborations with schools, universities, and community organizations in the Dallas area. He can be contacted at julio@ruizconsulting.co
Profile created 12 December 2024