Biography José Ángel Duarte Arriaza
José Ángel Duarte Arriaza (Jerez de la Frontera, 6 de marzo de 1980) is the CEO of UCCG, an international firm specialized in advanced cyber intelligence, strategic security, and digital forensics. Under his leadership, UCCG provides solutions for governments, corporations, and individuals across five key areas:
- Digital Reputation Management
- OSINT Reports
- World-Check Resolution
- Dark Web Monitoring
- Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain
Education and Military Career
He began his career in 2000 in the Spanish Armed Forces, earning the top placement to join the Security and Defense Unit of the Spanish Air Force at the Royal Household He later joined the Plus Ultra Squadron of the Royal Guard. He was selected for the elite Paratrooper Hunter Course of the Special Forces and participated in NATO Response Force missions, receiving multiple commendations.
Technical and Academic Background
In parallel with his military service, he earned a degree in Electronic and Telecommunications Engineering, specializing in circuit design, and obtained a Higher University Diploma in Private Investigation from Antonio de Nebrija University. EThis blend of technical and operational training paved the way for his transition into the field of cyber intelligence.
Experience in the Private Sector
In 2008, he co-founded UC Global S.A. and after leaving the military in 2011, he has been involved in high-profile international security and intelligence projects. Notably, he contributed to the security setup of the Ecuadorian Embassy in London and acted as an expert witness in cases such as:
- Neurona Case (Spain)
- Elisabeth Cabezas Case (Ecuador)
- Drake Case (Latin America)
Strategic Vision and International Reputation
With a vision that integrates physical security, digital intelligence, and global strategy, José Ángel Duarte has established himself as an international reference in risk prevention, crisis resolution, and leadership in applied cyber intelligence.
