Info security analyst helps keep HISD network secure
Cherie Ybarbo
When Cherie Ybarbo first came to HISD in 1998, she had no idea she would one day be helping to keep the district’s computer network secure.
“I have come a long way from being a secretary in Food Services,” observed Ybarbo, who just marked her 15th anniversary with the district. “But working my way up has allowed me to see a different perspective on HISD and its operations.”
Ybarbo has spent the past 13 years serving in various roles in IT. In her current position as an information security analyst in Information Technology’s security division, she monitors potential threats to the district’s network and neutralizes any that could potentially compromise the system. She also plays a key role in supporting the new PowerUp program.
“I have been fortunate to see the huge impact technology has from both a parent’s and an employee’s perspective,” said Ybarbo. “My job is to assist educators in easily accessing available technological resources in a secure manner and ensure that the integrity of our network remains sound, so teachers can focus on instruction.”
Ybarbo officially marked her 15th anniversary with the district on July 14, but several other employees are also marking theirs this week (July 14–20). See if you know anyone on this list:
40 years
- Alice McKinney, teacher, Bellaire HS
25 years
- Craig Dailey, maintenance repairer, Construction & Facility Services
20 years
- Lovie Cardwell, attendant, Food Services
- Velma Davis, attendant, Food Services
- Cynthia Gipson, attendant, Food Services
- Rodney Jackson, teaching assistant, Wesley ES
- Maria Short, production attendant, Food Services
15 years
- Lorene Harrison, clerk, Textbook Operations
5 years
- David Gonzales, teacher, Westside HS
- Marshall Lawson Jr, teacher, Yates HS
| Check back next Friday for more July Milestones. Leave a comment below if you’d like to congratulate any of the above employees. |
Pretty cool!
YAY! Way to go Cherie!