I am a Cybersecurity Executive dedicated to helping organizations and business leadership understand and implement effective security from a strategic offensive perspective. With an extensive background that includes service in the Marine Corps, network penetration testing, red team operations, wargaming, threat modeling, advising, and vCISO / Field CISO work, I bring a wealth of experience to business operations.Some of my credentials include an OSCP, GWAPT, radio operator’s license (KN4JIL), a class A CDL, and flying helicopters (R44). I enjoy the outdoors—hunting, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, welding, building, and conducting personal research projects.Active in the cybersecurity community, I participate in various group initiatives such as InfraGard, NovaHackers, BSides, DEFCON, Black Hat, Infosecurity Magazine, and AvengerCon. I regularly engage in cyber-talks, webinars, and workshops. I was the host of the first season of the “We’re In!” podcast and the “Cut To The Chase” webinar series, and I’ve been featured in “Darknet Diaries” (ep 125).Driven and highly motivated, I strive to achieve goals with excellence. I am dedicated to fostering a positive, productive, and orderly work environment that promotes open communication and profitable relationships. My background in the Marines has created a foundation for strong evaluation, planning, and leadership skills.As a lifelong learner, I embrace knowledge and technology to enhance problem-solving effectiveness. I excel in seeing the connectedness of "things" and the understanding of complicated systems.
Listed skills include System Administration, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Technical Support, and 25 others.