Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to protect passengers and critical infrastructure during a period of significant growth at Amtrak. ($3 billion investment, doubling ridership by 2040)Oversee cybersecurity assessment planning for both existing infrastructure and a growing fleet of trains. Lead cyber operations, including IT and OT assessments, risk mitigation strategies, and technology implementation, with a focus on efficiency and regulatory compliance.Integrate cyber controls into the procurement lifecycle of new fleet assets. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize safety and security alongside operational needs throughout the process (requirements development, testing, training). Champion compliance with industry standards (TSA, NIST) to establish a secure foundation for the expanding fleet.Actively participate in shaping the future of railway cybersecurity through involvement in the PT 63452 international working group. This participation fosters collaboration with industry leaders and government agencies to stay informed of evolving best practices and influence regulations that directly impact Amtrak's security posture.

First manager focused on operational technology (OT) cyber security for Exelon Corporation, a Fortune 100 company, and the nation’s leading competitive energy provider with approximately $34B in annual revenue and more than 34,000 employees. Developed and drove a comprehensive OT cyber security strategy (including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures) through collaboration with emergency response, business continuity, security operations, governance, compliance, and General Counsel.Established and led high-performing teams, securing $1.8M for critical OT cybersecurity initiatives. Engaged with senior leaders and stakeholders on the implementation of comprehensive regulatory frameworks (TSA Pipeline, NERC CIP, and CFATS) driving compliance across 45 plants and securing a 50-year dam safety license through FERC compliance.Led cyber defense engagements safeguarding Exelon's operational technology, conducting OT cyber investigations and spearheading vulnerability assessments. Built a $1M ICS lab to replicate key assets and test security solutions, while developing cyber security programs for UAS, LNG plants, and aviation systems. Led the development of Exelon's first enterprise-wide cyber security incident response plan, unified across three utility companies and tested it through three national-level energy exercises. Exelon is the largest electric holding company in the U.S. by revenue, the largest regulated utility in the U.S., and is also the largest operator of nuclear power plants in the U.S. Exelon has operations and business activities in 48 states, the District of Columbia and Canada and is the largest competitive U.S. power generator with approximately 35,000 megawatts of owned capacity. Headquartered in Chicago, Exelon utility providers include BGE, PECO, ComEd, PEPCO, DELMARVA, and ACE.

Lead Associate at top-tier $5B+ consulting firm leading impactful cybersecurity initiatives across diverse industries, from protecting critical national infrastructure to securing high-profile commercial clients. Led cyber defense initiatives for critical infrastructure clients, including national aviation platforms and oil & gas sites. Developed and implemented comprehensive security frameworks and secure architectures for greenfield, brownfield, and digital oilfield operations. Developed ICS security programs for global oil & gas clients conducting in-depth assessments against international standards for 12 oilfield sites, achieving ICS ISO 27001 certification. Oversaw security and compliance for multiple government data centers, implementing stringent controls for uncompromised operations. Expanded cyber security service offerings to capture new commercial and international markets.

Cyberspace officer. Managed programming, budgeting, and strategic planning of $22 million in unclassified/classified network infrastructure, servers, and computers supporting over 9,000 customers. Assignments in combat-ready units in the US and abroad providing mission-critical command, control, communications, computer, audiovisual, and information management system support for special operations and Secretary of Defense taskings worldwide. Directed development of Test and Evaluation program support to $4B in projects at Electronic Systems Center. Led Air Force's first Network Operations & Security Center and Systems Analyst at Software Capability Maturity Model Level 3 organization.