Det. Jonathan Ceballos
Jonathan Ceballos is a detective with the Miami-Dade Police Department, currently assigned to the Homeland Security Bureau’s Intelligence Operations Unit. He has established himself as a key figure at the intersection of law enforcement and cybersecurity. His career began in 2004 as a police complaint officer, a foundational role that set the stage for his future achievements in law enforcement and technology. In 2011, he was assigned to work with the Computer Aided Dispatch Unit, where he gained critical experience in the technological aspects of emergency service dispatch. In 2017, Jonathan Ceballos’ career path took a pivotal turn when he became a police officer, broadening his expertise to include homeland security.
Beyond his local contributions, he is a member of the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF), specifically in the Counterterrorism Internet Targeting Unit, and has also served with the United States Secret Service’s Miami Electronic Crimes Task Force (MECTF). His comprehensive training from prestigious institutions such as the SANS Institute, CompTIA, and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C) has equipped him to tackle a wide range of cybercrimes, including cyber-attacks, sextortion, and social media-related offenses. Jonathan’s unwavering commitment to protecting both the digital and physical communities highlights his prominence in the realms of law enforcement and cybersecurity.
Thursday 19th Sept
Social Media Awareness & Investigations for Law Enforcement
<p class="p1">Join us for an insightful presentation by Detective Jonathan Ceballos, a distinguished detective with the Miami-Dade Police Department, currently serving in the Homeland Security Bureau’s Intelligence Operations Unit. With a career spanning two decades, Detective Ceballos has cemented his reputation as a leading expert at the nexus of law enforcement and cybersecurity.</p> <p class="p1">Detective Ceballos’ journey in law enforcement began in 2004 as a police complaint officer, a role that laid the groundwork for his future in integrating technology with emergency service dispatch. His pivotal assignment to the Computer Aided Dispatch Unit in 2011 allowed him to master the technological intricacies of emergency response. In 2017, he expanded his expertise to homeland security, marking a significant milestone in his career.</p> <p class="p1">In this presentation, Detective Ceballos will delve into the critical role of social media in modern investigations conducted by the Homeland Security Bureau. He will share his extensive experience and insights from his work with the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) in the Counterterrorism Internet Targeting Unit and the United States Secret Service’s Miami Electronic Crimes Task Force (MECTF).</p> <p class="p1">Equipped with comprehensive training from renowned institutions such as the SANS Institute, CompTIA, and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C), Detective Ceballos will cover a wide range of cybercrimes, including cyber-attacks, sextortion, and offenses linked to social media.</p> <p class="p1">Attendees will gain a deep understanding of the techniques and methodologies used in social media investigations, the challenges faced by law enforcement in the digital age, and the strategies employed to protect both digital and physical communities. Detective Ceballos’ unwavering dedication to safeguarding communities underscores his significant contributions to law enforcement and cybersecurity.</p> <p class="p1">This presentation is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of social media, cybersecurity, and law enforcement. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the foremost experts in the field.</p>