Hello, I'm

Celeste Amador

Cybersecurity & IT Professional

Threat intelligence researcher and automation specialist with a background in Python scripting, SIEM analysis, and API security. Trilingual professional blending technical precision with creative thinking.

Celeste Amador

About Me

I'm a cybersecurity and IT professional based in Alexandria, VA, with a unique path that bridges technology, education, and the arts. My background in threat intelligence, Python automation, and security analysis is complemented by years of experience as a piano teacher and performer.

I thrive at the intersection of analytical rigor and creative problem-solving — whether I'm designing automation scripts that reduce investigation time by 80%, building RAG systems with 89% accuracy benchmarks, or teaching complex concepts to diverse learners.

Location

Alexandria, VA

Languages

Spanish (Native), English (Bilingual), German (Proficient)

Education

  • B.S. Computer Systems Engineering (IoT) — Virtual University of the State of Guanajuato
  • Specialization in Web3 Development & Smart Contract Security — Blockchain Accelerator
  • B.M. in Music, Piano Performance — Autonomous University of Baja California

Professional Experience

Jun 2025 — Jan 2026

Threat Intelligence Research Intern (Automation Specialist)

Soluciones en Tecnología y Ciberseguridad S.A de C.V

  • Analyzed web protection mechanisms including Cloudflare and anti-bot systems, successfully circumventing 5 of 7 to improve security research effectiveness.
  • Conducted open-source investigations using cyber intelligence tools, leading to actionable insights and enhanced data correlation.
  • Designed and deployed Python automation scripts, reducing manual investigation time by 80%.
Oct 2024 — Apr 2025

Technical English Instructor

Academia de Ciberseguridad

  • Delivered a tailored 16-week English course for 50+ IT professionals focused on cybersecurity terminology, improving comprehension by 30%.
  • Provided technical assistance in Moodle, Canvas, and Teams, resolving 98% of access issues.
2018 — 2025

Piano & Music Theory Teacher

Self-employed — Baja California, Mexico

  • Tailored piano and music theory instruction to students, adapting content to varied learning styles and skill levels.
  • Implemented individualized approaches to piano technique, focusing on hand position, articulation, dynamics, and injury-preventive practice strategies.
2018 — 2024

Chamber Music Collaborative Pianist

Freelance — Baja California, Mexico

  • Performed regularly as a collaborative pianist in chamber ensembles, accompanying soloists, vocalists, and instrumentalists across diverse repertoires.
  • Rehearsed and performed under time-sensitive conditions, demonstrating precision, flexibility, and real-time musical decision-making.
2018 — 2021

Piano Teacher

State Center for the Arts (CEART) — Mexicali, Baja California

  • Developed clear, engaging presentations and explanations for complex musical concepts.
  • Prepared students for public performances, auditions, and music exams with personalized coaching.
  • Designed structured learning plans and assessment tools to track student progress.
2018 — 2021

Piano Instructor for Artistic Talents Scholars

Baja California Institute of Culture (ICBC) — Mexicali, Baja California

  • Provided piano mentorships and classes to students granted the Award of Artistic Talents.
  • Prepared students with repertoire and coached them to perform in the final recital.

Projects

API Database Communication

Led end-to-end validation of API-to-database communications using Postman for regression testing and data security. Established standardized integration procedures between Visual Studio and MS SQL Server.

Microsoft SQL Server Postman Server Management Studio

Data Input & Retrieval RAG System

Oversaw QA for a Retrieval-Augmented Generation system, maintaining 89% accuracy through systematic testing of PDF data extraction. Automated intake and retrieval of complex technical documentation.

n8n Qdrant Embeddings

Automatic Product Reviews Tagging

Engineered an automated sentiment analysis and classification workflow using n8n, achieving 100% classification accuracy. Implemented real-time tagging for immediate operational response to customer trends.

n8n Sentiment Analysis Automation

Text Encoder / Decoder

A cipher tool that encrypts and decrypts text using a custom substitution algorithm. Features real-time encoding, clipboard copy, and input validation — built as part of the Alura curriculum.

HTML CSS JavaScript
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Secret Number Game

An interactive number-guessing game built with JavaScript. Players attempt to guess a randomly generated secret number, with feedback guiding them to the correct answer.

HTML CSS JavaScript
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Certifications

CompTIA Security+

April 2025

CompTIA Network+

September 2025

CompTIA CySA+

Expected June 2026

Beyond Tech: Music

Before pivoting to cybersecurity, I spent seven years as a classical pianist and piano teacher in Baja California, Mexico. I hold a Bachelor's of Music from the Autonomous University of Baja California with a concentration in Piano Performance.

My music career included private instruction, collaborative chamber performances, and teaching at the State Center for the Arts (CEART) and the Baja California Institute of Culture (ICBC), where I mentored students awarded the Artistic Talents scholarship.

In 2020, I was awarded FONDARTE by the Baja California Institute of Culture for a collaboration project with the Classical Femmes ensemble — a grant supporting independent artistic and cultural activities.

This background gives me a distinctive edge: the discipline of performance, the patience of teaching, and the creativity of artistic collaboration — all of which I bring to my technical work every day.

7+ Years Teaching
B.M. Piano Performance
2020 FONDARTE Award
Download Music Resume

Let's Connect

I'm always open to discussing cybersecurity, IT, or interesting projects. Reach out and let's talk.