Spearheading product and technology strategy to revolutionize IoT Protection solutions. At IoT Secure, we've developed the industry's most advanced automated IoT asset inventory and vulnerability detection system.Key Achievements:- Pioneered safe and precise IoT and device-level behavior monitoring technology- Developed a solution requiring no network TAPs, software agents, or tuning- Created the industry's most comprehensive database of IoT, BioMed, ICS, and connected device profiles- Launched IoT-mini, making enterprise-grade IoT security accessible and effortlessOur Innovative Solution:- Rapidly identifies unmanaged devices, significantly reducing security and compliance risks- Provides comprehensive IoT device inventory- Detects vulnerabilities often missed by traditional network scanners- Enables hassle-free deployment without network TAP/SPAN ports- Offers fully automated operation with zero interference to existing networks or devices

Leading the development of a cutting-edge Data Intelligence Platform for XR (Extended Reality), revolutionizing how organizations measure and optimize their XR initiatives.Key Achievements:- Developed a secure platform that provides actionable, data-driven insights for XR experiences- Launched the open-sourced iXRLib data collection tool, enhancing the platform's capabilities- Established strategic partnerships, including integration with ArborXR for comprehensive device & data management- Pioneered seamless integration with industry-leading Learning Management Systems (LMS) and business intelligence tools like PowerBIOur Innovative Solution:- Empowers organizations to understand and enhance the effectiveness of their XR programs- Delivers critical feedback on XR initiatives, enabling impact measurement and efficacy proof- Provides data-driven reports to demonstrate tangible XR value to senior executives- Offers a complete solution for evaluating and optimizing XR experiencesLeadership Focus:- Driving product vision and development strategy- Fostering innovation in XR data analytics- Building and leading a high-performance team- Establishing key industry partnerships and client relationships

Founder and content creator of DanOnDev, a YouTube channel dedicated to empowering tech leaders and innovators.Channel Focus:- Hacking Tech Leadership: Sharing unconventional and effective strategies for leading in the tech industry- Building Innovative Teams: Techniques for fostering creativity and driving innovation in software development- High-Performance Company Culture: Methods for creating and maintaining productive, engaged tech teams- Application Security Insights: Integrating security best practices into leadership and development processesContent Highlights:- In-depth tutorials on leadership techniques tailored for the tech industry- Interviews with successful tech leaders and innovators- Case studies of high-performing software teams and companies- Practical tips for navigating challenges in tech leadership rolesImpact:- Empowering the next generation of tech leaders- Fostering a community of innovative thinkers in the tech industry- Bridging the gap between technical expertise and leadership skills

Early-stage investor and strategic advisor to ArborXR, now the leading XR device management company serving major enterprises worldwide.Key Contributions:- Provided early-stage capital, demonstrating confidence in ArborXR's potential- Offered strategic guidance during critical growth phases- Assisted in shaping product strategy and market positioning- Leveraged industry connections to facilitate partnerships and customer acquisitionsCompany Growth:- Witnessed and contributed to ArborXR's evolution into an industry leader- Supported the company's expansion to serve some of the largest global enterprises- Played a role in establishing ArborXR as the go-to solution for XR device management

Serving on the Board of Advisors for True Positives, a leading provider of advisory and managed services in application security.Key Responsibilities:- Shape and refine True Positives' market strategy- Evaluate and recommend strategic partnerships- Contribute to long-term product development planning- Provide industry insights to guide company directionAreas of Focus:- Application Security trends and best practices- Emerging threats and defensive technologies- Market positioning and competitive analysis- Scaling advisory and managed security servicesImpact:- Helped align product roadmap with evolving market needs- Facilitated valuable industry connections and partnerships

Product founder of AppSpider & InsightAppSec, key leader in Rapid7's transformation to a multi-product organization over eight years post-acquision of my company NT OBJECTives.Key Achievements:- Grew Application Security scanning business revenue by 15x post-acquisition- Instrumental in the acquisition and integration of t-Cell, expanding Rapid7's application security portfolio- Drove company's evolution into a true multi-product organization- Expanded and mentored teams across nearly every level of the organizationPrimary Responsibilities:- Led Application Security product initiatives, research, and development- Spearheaded cross-functional collaboration across research, development, product management, support, sales, marketing, and business development- Focused on expanding business with demanding enterprise customers- Oversaw the transition of NTOSpider to AppSpider following the acquisition of NT OBJECTivesLeadership Impact:- Guided product strategy for AppSpider, InsightAppSec, and related application security offerings- Fostered innovation in web application security technologies- Built and led high-performance teams across multiple departments- Established Rapid7 as a leader in the application security market

Provided both capital and advisory/mentorship to the leadership of this exciting VR startup

Founded and led NT OBJECTives, pioneering innovative solutions in dynamic application security testing until its successful acquisition by Rapid7.Key Achievements:- Developed industry-leading dynamic application security testing solutions- Established NT OBJECTives as a pioneer in accurate security software- Drove strategic partnerships to enhance product effectiveness- Successfully led the company to acquisition by Rapid7Leadership Responsibilities:- Served as Co-CEO and Chief Technology Officer- Spearheaded strategic development of the company's services- Fostered valuable industry relationships and technology partnerships- Guided overall company vision and growth strategyIndustry Contributions:- Regular blogger at ManVsWebApp.com, providing thought leadership in application security- Co-host of "An Information Security Place" podcast- Presenter at renowned conferences including HouSecCon and AppSec USA- Founded several open-source projects in the security space- Active contributor to the Web Application Security ConsortiumImpact:- Advanced the field of web application security through innovative solutions and thought leadership- Contributed to establishing best practices in web application security- Influenced industry direction through speaking engagements and open-source contributions

Worked on several projects* Linux documentation project* Qmail* RPM Builder* PHP* phpGroupware* podPress

Worked to design and develop the Podango podcasting platform.

Helped build out features for PodcastAlley that increased user engagement. Features used as part of the investment pitch for what was possible at the time.

* Primary web interface developer for their award winning Foundscan product.* Designed and implemented the DCOM interfaces between the core scanning engine and the PHP web interface.* Created complete scan management, scheduling and issue tracking implementations in super tight deadlines. Results won Network Computing's Editors Choice Award.

* Manage large, and long term projects, including creating and implementing the security plan that was certified by Bank Of America to allowed us to establish a dedicated T1 into each others networks.* Managed mixed Windows, NetWare and Linux local and wide area networks.* Supervised and trained entire IT staff on new technologies that were introduced into the environment.* Started security practice and set standards in USA locations

* As a Network consultant I would quickly adapt to new and exciting challenges on a daily basis. By meeting with the customer and understanding their needs I would consistently provide them with excellent service.* Some highlights included installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining Mixed Windows, NetWare, Linux and mainframe networks in Local and Wide Area and Internet networks.* Internet/Intranet programming in HTML and Active Server Pages against SQL Server and MS Access databases. MS Access application development.* Performed services for large manufacturing clients, healthcare providers and local banks.

* Provided expertise with NetWare, Windows NT and Internet integration.* Assisting in transition from mainframe to P.C. style networking.