Five steps to increase female participation in technology

Mar 5, 2025

Five steps to increase female participation in technology

HR Director at Cirion Technologies shares strategies for inclusion and development of women in the sector

São Paulo, March 05, 2025 – In the last 10 years, the number of jobs in the technology area has increased by 95% in Brazil, according to a study released by the Federation of Commerce of Goods, Services and Tourism of the State of São Paulo (FecomercioSP). Despite the high demand, female participation is still low: less than 20% of positions in the technology area in Brazil are held by women. When we consider leadership positions, adding up all of Latin America, they occupy less than 30% of them, according to the Women in Technology survey.

This scenario reflects challenges such as technical training, lack of representation, and invisible barriers that perpetuate gender inequality in the sector. To help transform this reality, companies such as Cirion Technologies, a leading provider of digital infrastructure and technology, have developed strategies to retain and qualify talent so that more women take on positions that are mostly held by men.

As part of this commitment, Cirion’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Cibele Giarrante, shares five essential tips to promote the inclusion and development of women in technology:

Create mentoring and training programs: Mentoring programs help reduce barriers and expand opportunities for women who want to enter the area to develop more quickly.
Promote a more flexible work environment: Policies such as flexible working hours and childcare assistance are key to supporting women, especially mothers, to advance in their careers.
Ensure a safe and inclusive environment: Cirion has developed a welcoming protocol for employees who are victims of domestic violence, which will be launched in March, due to International Women’s Day, celebrated on the 8th. Safe environments and institutional support make all the difference, so the company has created a guidance list for managers and will offer financial, emotional, psychological and legal support to employees.
Give visibility to women in technology: initiatives such as networking groups, events, and the recognition of female leaders are essential to encourage more women to enter the area. One of these events will take place on March 11, in São Paulo, where the company will hold an afternoon of autographs with the operations manager for Latin America, Tatiana Soares. She is co-author of the book Women in Telecom, a work that brings together stories of women who have made a difference in the technology market.
Invest in technical training and professional development: Supporting female skills in technology is an essential step to increase women’s participation in the sector. Cirion encourages this growth through training programs and specialized training, such as courses in public speaking, personal branding, social networks and leadership. In addition, the company offers a scholarship program that provides technical training for female employees.

“There are still challenges to be overcome, but we are moving forward. The presence of women in technology is not just a matter of representation, but a necessity for the development of innovative and inclusive solutions for society”, highlights Cibele Giarrante.

Finally, Cibele gives a bonus tip for those who intend to grow in the area: “Empowerment and attitude are fundamental to stand out in any sector. Therefore, prepare yourself with technical training and do not be afraid to face new challenges. We can overcome all obstacles”, she emphasizes.

Cibele Giarrante, Director of Human Resources at Cirion Technologies. Photo: publicity

About Cirion

Cirion is a leading pan-regional digital infrastructure and technology provider, offering a comprehensive suite of colocation, cloud infrastructure, and terrestrial and subsea fiber network services. Cirion serves over 5,500 Latin America-based and multinational customers, including enterprises, government agencies, cloud service providers, wireline and wireless carriers, ISPs, and other leading businesses. The Company owns and operates a facilities-based network and data center portfolio, with extensive coverage spanning across the Latin America region. Learn more about Cirion at www.ciriontechnologies.com

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Cirion Reinforces Its Commitment to Security on International Data Privacy Day

Jan 28, 2025

Cirion Reinforces Its Commitment to Security on International Data Privacy Day

The company’s experts emphasize the need for a dual approach that involves not only adopting new security and privacy tools but also raising user awareness. Nearly half of organizations input confidential information into generative AI applications.

Buenos Aires, January 28, 2025. In the era of digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI), the challenge of safeguarding the vast amount of information circulating in the virtual world is becoming increasingly critical. International Data Privacy Day, celebrated every January 28, aims to raise awareness among citizens about the importance of protecting their privacy in their online experiences.

In this context, experts from Cirion Technologies, a leading provider of digital infrastructure and technology in Latin America, propose a dual approach that combines user education with the adoption of tools to ensure the highest possible level of protection.

The need for companies to develop strategies that reassure their customers and users is accelerating. A Cisco study highlights that 94% of organizations believe their customers would not buy from them if they failed to protect data adequately.

Cultural factors play a key role: although 95% of companies believe the benefits of investing in privacy outweigh the costs, according to the same study, habits, customs, and uncertainties persist that undermine results. Specifically, 48% of organizations input non-public company information into GenAI applications, and, according to the International Association of Privacy Professionals, only 29% of consumers find it easy to understand how well a company protects their personal data.

In response to this phenomenon, more organizations are opting for hosted security services and entrusting data protection to providers like Cirion. For example, last September, Cirion signed a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) agreement with Radware, a global leader in application security and multicloud delivery solutions.

This complements the end-to-end layered solutions already offered by the company: from mitigating Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks at the outer edge to Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) strategies to ensure secure connectivity for remote users with applications, including Web Application and API Protection (WAAP), next-generation perimeter firewalls, control tools that allow organizations to visualize their landscape and analyze the state of their security, and their unified SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) solution.

Additionally, Cirion operates three Security Operations Centers (SOCs) located in Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia, staffed with specialized resources and extensive expertise. These SOCs monitor all security events across the region, from Miami to Tierra del Fuego, and provide solutions to protect organizations’ digital assets, including, of course, users’ personal data.

“While this is an excellent opportunity to raise visibility on the topic, data privacy protection is not limited to a special date—it must be an ongoing priority,” said Miguel Rodriguez, Chief Information Security Officer at Cirion Technologies. “Our commitment, therefore, is to ensure automated protection, faster mitigation, and improved accuracy in detecting potential intrusions into users’ private data, while also ensuring that all these tools are effective so organizations can continue focusing on innovating and delivering better digital experiences to their customers,” he concluded.

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Data Centers: Technology giants that uphold AI

Nov 28, 2024

Data centers: Technology giants that uphold AI

Colombia, November 2024.- Artificial Intelligence (AI) is redefining multiple sectors, though its impact would be unfeasible without its support infrastructure. Data centers are at the core of this infrastructure, technology giants that store, process and distribute the huge amount of data feeding this tool. These data centers are the key foundation that supports AI’s daily operations, making everything possible, from industrial process automation to online service customization.

Based on a research by Aritzon, the data centers market in LatAm is expected to grow from US$5,51 billion registered in 2022 to US$8,81 billion by 2028. This demonstrates the importance of this sector, which in addition to being the driving force behind AI performance, is driven by the demand for cloud services, edge computing and cybersecurity, among other factors that companies pursue.

“AI requires a highly available and resilient infrastructure capable of handling intensive workloads, ensuring low latency and high security. Data centers are the cornerstone of this ecosystem,” said Pablo García, regional data center manager at Cirion Technologies, highlighting the crucial role of this infrastructure in the Artificial Intelligence Era.

Not just data storage

Data centers’ role goes way beyond, as they are responsible for processing complex algorithms and maintaining data integrity and security. AI would not be able to analyze large information volumes at the required speed without them. This is why data storage and processing infrastructures are constantly evolving, adapting to the growing market demands.

On the other hand, sustainability is one of the most important challenges for data centers. The enormous amount of energy they consume poses environmental challenges, and technology companies are taking steps to reduce their ecological impact. According to an International Energy Agency (IEA) report, energy efficiency improvements have helped control energy demand growth from data centers and data transmission networks, which currently demand around 1.0% to 1.5% of global electricity use.

The use of renewable energy sources and more efficient cooling systems are some of the solutions that are being implemented. In addition, AI is helping to streamline the operation of data centers themselves, improving energy efficiency through real-time monitoring and process automation. Accordingly, Gartner predicts that 50% of data center operators will adopt this technology, bots and machine learning to improve energy and operational efficiency by 2025.

The volume of data managed by Artificial Intelligence is constantly increasing, and with it, the need for robust infrastructures. As this technology becomes integrated into more aspects of our daily lives, from homes to smart cities, the ability of data centers to manage this information is of the essence. Edge computing is gaining momentum as a trend, allowing data to be processed closer to its source, reducing latency and improving critical applications speed.

Data security is another fundamental aspect of the infrastructure’s underlying tool. Due to data centers increasing storage of sensitive information, they have become attractive targets for cyberattacks as well. Here, this technology plays a role in strengthening security by detecting unusual patterns and anticipating threats.

The future of Artificial Intelligence primarily depends on innovating its support infrastructure. The ability to scale operations, process information in record times, and do so in a sustainable and secure manner is what will enable the ongoing evolution of this tool. Therefore, advances in the efficiency, sustainability and security of data centers are essential for the continued development of this technology.

“At Cirion Technologies, our infrastructure in Colombia and Latin America is designed to support the highest standards of availability and efficiency, driving digital transformation in the region. With a network of 18 strategically located carrier-neutral data centers, we are prepared to face the challenges that AI brings and guarantee the operational continuity of our clients,” concluded García.

About Cirion

Cirion is a leading digital infrastructure and technology pan-regional provider, offering a comprehensive suite of colocation services, cloud infrastructure and terrestrial and subsea fiber networks. Cirion serves over 5,500 Latin American and multinational customers headquartered in Latin America, including enterprises, government Agencies, cloud Service Providers, wireline and wireless carriers, ISPs and other leading businesses. Cirion owns and operates a portfolio of owned networks and data centers, with extensive coverage throughout the Latin American region. Learn more about Cirion at www.ciriontechnologies.com

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From Public Cloud to Data Centers What App. Repatriation means

Nov 14, 2024

According to Uptime Institute Studies[1], Public Cloud repatriation to local data centers improves cost control, security and efficiency. This strategic move tackles the need to optimize resources and improve financial predictability in the use of technology.

An increasing number of Latin American companies is conducting a process called “Cloud Repatriation.” This means that after having migrated their applications and data to the Public Cloud, companies are in the process of moving some or all of them to local data centers rather than relying exclusively on the public cloud.

“Cost control is one of the main reasons behind this trend. A study by the Uptime Institute found that 42% of organizations surveyed did so because public cloud costs were higher than expected. Thus, repatriated applications manage to optimize operational expenses by avoiding unexpected costs associated with some services, such as auto-scaling or data transfer amongst regions or outside the public cloud, which can increase due to configuration omissions, or due to the complexity of estimating them by a 100% before migrating to the public cloud,” says Hugo Acha, Data Center Regional Product Manager at Cirion Technologies.

In addition to cost savings, cloud repatriation offers greater security and regulatory compliance, especially for highly regulated sectors such as the public, financial and healthcare sectors. By moving their data and apps. to local data centers or private clouds, businesses can ensure their information complies with local regulations and is better protected.

On the other hand, Juan José Calderón, Data Center Business Manager at Cirion, pointed out that “as one of the main digital infrastructure and technology providers in the region, Cirion offers services such as Bare Metal Cloud, which allows companies to use on-demand physical servers, providing increased transparency and cost predictability. “We have implemented computing nodes in five Latin American regions, and we will continue to grow to meet the increasing demand for flexible and secure solutions.”

This approach not only improves financial control, but it also simplifies daily operations. “Repatriation is not a setback, but rather an optimization of resources. Companies opting for this option are looking for the best way to balance costs and operational efficiency,” he explained.

Summing up, cloud repatriation is a smart strategy to optimize use of resources, improve safety, and reduce costs. With the right mix of public and private cloud services and data centers, companies can leverage the best of both worlds, adjusting to their specific needs and ensuring their operations are efficient and sustainable. To learn more about Cirion Peru’s specialized services, access www.ciriontechnologies.com

1] High costs drive cloud repatriation, but impact is overstated – Uptime Institute Blog

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Cirion is a leading digital infrastructure and technology pan regional provider, offering a comprehensive suite of colocation services, cloud infrastructure and terrestrial and subsea fiber networks. Cirion serves over 5500 Latin American and multinational customers headquartered in Latin America, including enterprises, government agencies, cloud Service Providers, carriers, ISPs and other leading businesses. Cirion owns and operates a facilities-based network and data center portfolio, with extensive coverage spanning across the Latin America region. Learn more about Cirion at https://www.ciriontechnologies.com/

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The Business Ecosystem within Cirion’s New Data Center

Nov 11, 2024

The LIM2 Data Center will connect the country’s main companies with large connectivity providers, public clouds and content distributors.

Lima, November 6, 2024. Cirion Technologies, a leading digital infrastructure and technology provider in Latin America, promises to bring Peruvian and Multinational companies closer to hyperscale cloud service providers, connectivity companies and content distributors through their business ecosystem, hosted in the second Data Center the company is building in Lurín.

“This Data Center – known as LIM2 – is a milestone for Peru, not only because of its innovative design, but also because of the cutting-edge technologies implemented thereof. LIM2 was designed to integrate innovative solutions from its inception, providing an infrastructure not available in the Peruvian market until now”, says Juan José Calderón, Data Center Business Manager at Cirion.

Cirion’s new Tier III data center will have 6 modules and ~1,440 racks. Built on a 23,000 square meter lot in Lurín, and with 20 megawatts guaranteed power. Cirion recently announced investments above US$300 million in its network infrastructure and data centers in Latin America, being Peru and Chile the first beneficiaries of this initiative, followed by Brazil with a new ~80MW data center in the city of Rio de Janeiro.

Some advantages of Cirion LIM2 new data center:

Interconnected Ecosystem

One of the great advantages of the new Data Center located in Lurín is its integration within a broad Data Center Ecosystem. “It is not an isolated facility, but part of Cirion’s network of more than 18 carrier-neutral Data Centers in Latin America,” explained Calderón. This brings new business opportunities for LIM2-hosted companies.

Cirion’s current data center in Surco (LIM1) hosts the technological platforms of more than 400 leading domestic and international enterprises. Within this portfolio, Cirion has the endorsement of the main Peruvian companies across all sectors of the economy, as well as telcos and connectivity providers.

Additionally, the new Data Center incorporates cutting-edge technology that will enable serving companies with a global presence such as hyperscalers, cloud service facilitators and content generators. Therefore, those companies opting for LIM2 will have access to this entire business ecosystem.

Technological Innovation

Cirion’s brand new Data Center was conceived with cutting-edge technologies, not available in the Peruvian market until now. “We are ready to tackle the market’s current and future demands,” said Calderón.

LIM2 is a Tier III N+2 Catcher data center; i.e., it has greater redundancy as it provides two additional components to cover any failure and an extra security layer is delivered, ensuring continuous and stable operation. This is the infrastructure type Hyperscalers are after.

Automation, AI, and management systems are also being used to expedite responses to unexpected events.

Carrier-neutral Connectivity

LIM2 stands out for being a carrier-neutral Data Center, prepared to receive all local and international telcos and/or providers of these services. This feature is essential in Peru, since it’s available only in a few data centers.

“It gives customers greater potential for connectivity, reaching a much broader audience. In addition, it significantly increases Data Center redundancy and availability” added Calderón.

Module-specific and customized dashboard

LIM2 is designed to allow for sustained and adaptable growth, with a module-specific design that allows customization to specific customer needs, ensuring installation flexibility.

Energy sustainability and efficiency

Caring for the environment has become increasingly relevant in recent years and data center are top energy consumers to cool their infrastructures. Committed to sustainability, LIM2 uses technologies aiming at energy efficiency levels comparable to the most modern Data Centers in the world, with a market-leading PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness).

Its Box-in-a-box design scheme – which involves creating an enclosure within another – provides the Data Center with two isolation layers from the outside. This form of construction enables more efficient power consumption, in addition to providing greater security.

LIM2 has already started the process to achieve the most rigorous international certifications in the data center sector. “We are committed to maintaining the highest industry standards, extending our existing certifications in other data centers to this new facility,” concluded Calderón.

LIM2 is scheduled to open in Q1 2025. This Data Center is positioned as a strategic point for innovation and business growth in Peru and Latin America, consolidating Cirion Technologies as a fundamental pillar in the region’s digital infrastructure.

About Cirion

Cirion is a leading digital infrastructure and technology provider, offering a comprehensive suite of fiber network, connectivity, colocation, cloud infrastructure, and communication and collaboration solutions with the purpose of furthering Latin America´s progress through technology. Cirion serves more than 5,500 Latin American and multinational clients, including enterprises, government agencies, cloud service providers, operators, ISPs, and other leading companies. Cirion owns and operates a portfolio of its own networks and data centers, with extensive coverage throughout the Latin American region. Learn more about Cirion at www.ciriontechnologies.com

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