Experience

Belkin

• United States
• Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sr. Penetration Tester

  • Nov 2019 - Present

  Provide Subject Matter Expertise with web, application, embedded linux, and database vulnerability testing Perform security assessment of networked home automation and entertainment devices and present results to key stakeholders Lead analysis and selection of security tools selection for cloud, embedded and mobile based products using vulnerability tools such as Burp Suite, Routersploit, App Detective, Nessus, WebInspect, AppScan, Hailstorm, NetStumbler, NMAP, ISS, Fluke Analyzer, and Nipper Assess the products, platforms, and technologies being used, and then develop a plan on how to approach testing them using automation where possible Develop and refine security automation framework and implementation roadmap Train testers and developers on the features and how to execute security automation Teach developers about secure development best practices Testing new Vulnerabilities as they come out Show less



Trilogy Education

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Instructor - UCLA Cyber Security Bootcamp

  • Mar 2019 - Present

  [+] Instructors Assistant for an interdisciplinary course covering Cybersecurity through a curriculum covering packet analysis, routing and switching, Windows and Linux security, cryptography, basic penetration testing, web application security, and risk management. Helping students be ready for CompTIA's Network+ & Security+, also the CEH certifications. [+] Developed testing practices, training plan, and trained students and new team members in penetration test duties. [+] Developed testing practices, training plan and trained a multitude of students in a penetration test, IDS deployment (both NIDS and HIDS), Digital Forensics, and many other Information Security duties. Show less



Edmond Babayan & Associates

• Glendale, California

• Technician

  • Oct 2016 - Nov 2019

  [+] Developed remediation plans for various vulnerabilities and assisted development teams across the organization in remediating them. [+] Highly skilled in installing, testing, maintaining and designing advance secure network solutions. [+] An enthusiastic team player or leader who helps motivate a strong work ethic and promote the utilization of complex problem-solving skills for incident analysis. [+] Highly skilled in educating team members to implement personal network security solutions such as Email Security, Data Loss Prevention, Mobile Device Security, Web Security, Wireless, and Endpoint Security. [+] Skilled in identifying the business requirements for information security as well as regulations of information security. Show less



Loart Inc.

• Penetration Tester

  • Jan 2018 - Oct 2019

  [+] Developed, implemented and enforced security policies through experience, in-depth knowledge of security software, and asking the customer the right questions. [+] Excellent communication, analytical, troubleshooting, customer service, and problem solving skills; excel in mission-critical environments requiring advanced decision making. [+] Experience in automation tools development for penetration testing, digital forensics, and local vulnerability assessment. [+] Developed, implemented and enforced security policies through experience, in-depth knowledge of security software, and asking the customer the right questions. [+] Excellent communication, analytical, troubleshooting, customer service, and problem solving skills; excel in mission-critical environments requiring advanced decision making. [+] Experience in automation tools development for penetration testing, digital forensics, and local vulnerability assessment.



FNG Precision Coatings

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Shop Manager

  • Jan 2015 - Jan 2016

  [+] Conducted routine scheduled maintenance services on industrial machinery on a weekly basis [+] Supervised a team to accomplish various tasks on a day to day basis [+] Provided excellent customer service and managed cash registers for both opening and closing [+] Performed initial client assessment and analysis for filing and distribution [+] Provided training, ongoing meetings and team assessments for year-end review [+] Conducted routine scheduled maintenance services on industrial machinery on a weekly basis [+] Supervised a team to accomplish various tasks on a day to day basis [+] Provided excellent customer service and managed cash registers for both opening and closing [+] Performed initial client assessment and analysis for filing and distribution [+] Provided training, ongoing meetings and team assessments for year-end review



Confidential//NDA

• Penetration Tester

  • Jan 2014 - 2016

  [+] Conducted onsite penetration tests from an insider threat perspective [+] Researched and analyzed known hacker methodology, system exploits and vulnerabilities to support Red Team Assessment activities. [+] Performed host, network, and web application penetration tests, used social engineering to reach server rooms. [+] Found common web site security issues (XSS, CSRF, session fixation, SQL injection, information leakage, application logic etc.) across various platforms Show less