Experience

Yakkertech

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Jul 2023 - Present



DS Sports Ventures

• United States
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Digital Officer (CDO)

  • Apr 2023 - Present

  As the Chief Digital Officer of DSSports, my mission is to ignite the spirit of innovation and harness the full potential of technology to revolutionize how baseball organizations, event coordinators, coaches, and players pursue their aspirations. With our trailblazing product suite, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that seamlessly integrate every aspect of the game, fueling passion and creating unforgettable experiences. Together, we will drive excellence, set new… Show more As the Chief Digital Officer of DSSports, my mission is to ignite the spirit of innovation and harness the full potential of technology to revolutionize how baseball organizations, event coordinators, coaches, and players pursue their aspirations. With our trailblazing product suite, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that seamlessly integrate every aspect of the game, fueling passion and creating unforgettable experiences. Together, we will drive excellence, set new benchmarks in the sports technology landscape, and celebrate the true spirit of baseball. Show less



ThriveDX

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Lead Cybersecurity Instructor

  • Mar 2021 - Present

  Lead Cybersecurity instructor at New York University (NYU), University of Central Florida (UCF), North Carolina State University (NCSU) and the University of Miami. Specialized in teaching Introduction to Cybersecurity with top-performing student retention rates. A lead educator for over 10 advanced level courses on Cybersecurity Infrastructure, SIEM implementation, SOAR rule-setting, playbook coding, and modern Digital Forensics/Incident response strategies in addition to 20 intermediate… Show more Lead Cybersecurity instructor at New York University (NYU), University of Central Florida (UCF), North Carolina State University (NCSU) and the University of Miami. Specialized in teaching Introduction to Cybersecurity with top-performing student retention rates. A lead educator for over 10 advanced level courses on Cybersecurity Infrastructure, SIEM implementation, SOAR rule-setting, playbook coding, and modern Digital Forensics/Incident response strategies in addition to 20 intermediate cybersecurity classes such as Microsoft, Cloud, and Network Security. Successfully graduated over 500 students from their respective university professional certificate programs. Show less



Quzara LLC

• United States
• Computer and Network Security
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director, Cloud Infrastructure and Automation

  • Feb 2022 - Apr 2023

  Remote Senior leader responsible for the development of zero-trust architecture and implementing continuous assessment strategies across hybrid cloud workloads. Contracted as a senior security advisor to the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer for one of the Big 4 audit and tax consulting firms managing the risk assessment activities for over 200 line of business applications. Performs the duties of the senior cybersecurity architect advisor for the implementation of zero-trust… Show more Senior leader responsible for the development of zero-trust architecture and implementing continuous assessment strategies across hybrid cloud workloads. Contracted as a senior security advisor to the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer for one of the Big 4 audit and tax consulting firms managing the risk assessment activities for over 200 line of business applications. Performs the duties of the senior cybersecurity architect advisor for the implementation of zero-trust, cloud-native solutions, open-source software dependency management, and full-stack developer risk mitigations. Collaborates with Chief Executives across the global enterprise to communicate risk, develop organizational remediation strategies, and product development cycle management. Show less



AIS (Applied Information Sciences)

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Security Solutions Architect

  • Mar 2021 - Feb 2022

  Remote Acting Security Solutions Technical Director for 8 Federal Programs and the Senior architect for all Army cybersecurity program elements, including threat intelligence, application, platform, and cloud security. Designed detective and preventative cyber security measures, offering technical and business level guidance on threats facing the organization. Matured governance and compliance processes and policies to ensure alignment with all internal, government, and regulatory standards… Show more Acting Security Solutions Technical Director for 8 Federal Programs and the Senior architect for all Army cybersecurity program elements, including threat intelligence, application, platform, and cloud security. Designed detective and preventative cyber security measures, offering technical and business level guidance on threats facing the organization. Matured governance and compliance processes and policies to ensure alignment with all internal, government, and regulatory standards. • Championed and delivered an enterprise-wide automation program that resulted in a 70% increase in security coverage, delivering over 100 fully automated security routines. • Drove a 30% increase in detection efficiency by utilizing long-range cybersecurity planning and portfolio management priorities through the application of Computer Network Defense (CND) and Enterprise Detection and Response (EDR) security principles. • Coached, trained, and mentored 25 cyber security engineers and technical leaders on security architecture technologies and methodologies. Show less



JANUS Research Group

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Senior Cyber Security Engineering Leader

  • Feb 2021 - Mar 2021

  Orlando, Florida, United States Senior cybersecurity principle and executive advisor responsible for the design and delivery of a $300M IT project. Developed processes and operational frameworks to manage internal and external threats, identify and prioritize risk, and preserve accreditation across varied classification enclaves. Collaborated with executive and departmental technical leadership to define and implement RMF cybersecurity controls. • Improved both performance and availability key performance metrics of a $50M… Show more Senior cybersecurity principle and executive advisor responsible for the design and delivery of a $300M IT project. Developed processes and operational frameworks to manage internal and external threats, identify and prioritize risk, and preserve accreditation across varied classification enclaves. Collaborated with executive and departmental technical leadership to define and implement RMF cybersecurity controls. • Improved both performance and availability key performance metrics of a $50M VMware 7 upgrade over 75 processing sites, generating hundreds of thousands of dollars in operational and bottom-line cost savings. • Managed financial performance, development, and implementation of 37 infrastructure, application, and automation projects under the Cyber Security Program. Show less



ProActive Technologies, LLC

• United States
• Defense & Space
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Technology and Security Officer

  • Oct 2018 - Feb 2021

  Oviedo, Florida, United States Executive IT and Cybersecurity leader responsible for IT operations and federal corporate compliance. Created and maintained all corporate cyber security initiatives to reduce operational risk with planning, reporting, communication, and thought leadership. Set budgets and strategic priorities to maximize information security priorities and ensure protection and availability of critical data and organization core systems. Orchestrated business case development, executive reporting, and… Show more Executive IT and Cybersecurity leader responsible for IT operations and federal corporate compliance. Created and maintained all corporate cyber security initiatives to reduce operational risk with planning, reporting, communication, and thought leadership. Set budgets and strategic priorities to maximize information security priorities and ensure protection and availability of critical data and organization core systems. Orchestrated business case development, executive reporting, and governance requirements to achieve cyber security goals. • Established a new IT and Security Program from ground up overseeing datacenter resource allocation, disaster recovery strategic execution, and business continuity planning for an asset list worth $175M. • Matured cyber security routines, systems, and processes that resulted in an increase of compliance scores from 18% to 95%. • Secured a $5M annual cyber security budget by establishing credibility with the C-suite and forming a comprehensive financial plan and roadmap for maturing cyber security programs. Show less



US Navy

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director, Information Technology and Cyber Security

  • Dec 2010 - Oct 2018

  Groton, CT Technical advisor and information system security strategist in the office of the Chief Information Officer. Led a technical team of 40 personnel to manage finance, risk, and compliance in cyber security related matters. Supervised multiple cyber security engineering teams supporting various security platforms and infrastructure. Conducted trainings and workshops on implementing security and empowering technology to hundreds of staff, including best practices, innovative technology, and key… Show more Technical advisor and information system security strategist in the office of the Chief Information Officer. Led a technical team of 40 personnel to manage finance, risk, and compliance in cyber security related matters. Supervised multiple cyber security engineering teams supporting various security platforms and infrastructure. Conducted trainings and workshops on implementing security and empowering technology to hundreds of staff, including best practices, innovative technology, and key design patterns. • Informed the security architecture planning and governance of 10 different networks that leveraged the most advanced Department of Defense intrusion protection systems. • Key cyber security subject matter expert and technical leader that guided the prioritization of $100M in IT/IS infrastructure and upgrade projects.

• Information Systems Security Manager

  • Jun 2005 - Dec 2010

  Developed policy and supervised cybersecurity engineering efforts across the site. Directed technical staff of 15 personnel, including network and telecom engineers, helpdesk staff, computer operators, and developers, to provide quality desktop support, reliable remote access, regular data backup, and robust networked resources. Achievements: • Wrote the first draft of the Submarine Force Information System Security policy to align with DoD principles which incorporated documented… Show more Developed policy and supervised cybersecurity engineering efforts across the site. Directed technical staff of 15 personnel, including network and telecom engineers, helpdesk staff, computer operators, and developers, to provide quality desktop support, reliable remote access, regular data backup, and robust networked resources. Achievements: • Wrote the first draft of the Submarine Force Information System Security policy to align with DoD principles which incorporated documented procedures, best practices, and innovations to streamline baseline management throughout the submarine force. Within one year, the force-wide cyber policy was approved and integrated throughout the fleet.