Driven by a passion for advancing the field of generative AI, I founded SCG-Design to contribute meaningful innovations and improvements to the open-source software (OSS) community. My work not only enhances the creative potential of professionals across industries but also gives back to the community that fuels collective progress in AI.- Pioneered the "Vision Series" of generative AI models, pushing the envelope of cutting-edge image generation with themed models designed to produce the very best output for photographic realism, 3D concepts and game design, Anime and cartoons, video game cinematics and more.- Founded and grew SCG-Playground, a vibrant Discord community, to spearhead collaboration and support for AI enthusiasts and professionals.- Garnered recognition as a leading AI model creator through successful contract work, notably with CGTrader.com for their generative AI launch.- Provided strategic advisory for Stability AI's development of their SDXL model, leveraging expertise to guide cutting-edge AI innovations.- Designed and delivered comprehensive workshops and training sessions, offering deep dives into model training, fine-tuning, and advanced applications of Stable Diffusion, beyond common consumer use-cases.

At Ivanti, I led the technical marketing initiatives for essential security products, focusing on Zero Trust architecture and cloud transformation. My role was central in enhancing product visibility and providing the sales team with the necessary tools to succeed in a competitive market.- Enhanced sales strategies by leading discovery to understand customer technical requirements and pain points, aligning with Pre-Sales Solutions Engineer roles.- Developed technical sales strategies and product demonstrations for the sales field teams which emphasized seamless integration and enhanced user experience.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including product management and engineering, to relay customer feedback and drive product improvements, reflecting the ability to work in tandem with multiple stakeholders.- Drove the creation and refresh of marketing collateral, including datasheets, whitepapers, and sales materials, ensuring up-to-date representation of product features for B2B engagement and sales effectiveness.- Managed multifaceted product launch campaigns, coordinating efforts with social media, creative, and paid marketing teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging and go-to-market strategy.- Conducted comprehensive sales training webinars, significantly enhancing sales team capabilities in articulating the value and functionality of new products.- Leveraged Salesforce CRM to track marketing campaign performance, account activity, and customer insights, optimizing targeted outreach and sales follow-up strategies.- Cultivated ongoing technical relationships through strategic technical sales strategies, a cornerstone of mission-critical communication and security sectors.- Leveraged a cross-disciplinary approach to product management and marketing, ensuring the delivery of unified security solutions.

As a Systems Engineer for Pulse Secure, I served as a cornerstone of technical expertise, delivering customer-centric pre-sales support and solutions that were integral to regional sales success.- Acted as a technical expert in pre-sales engagements, demonstrating my ability to understand customer requirements and translate them into technical specifications—a key aspect of AI solution development.- Managed technical demonstrations and proof-of-concept deployments, gaining insights into user experiences that are crucial for AI-driven product enhancement. - Fostered lasting customer relationships post-sale, ensuring ongoing satisfaction and strategic account growth through technical proficiency and insight.- Managed the regional demonstration environment, showcasing cloud-based security solutions and technical leadership.- Provided technical solutions and expertise in pre-sales design for network security products, aligning with the core responsibilities of a Sales Engineer in the security technology space.- Executed technical demonstrations and developed bill of materials for customer-specific solutions, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.

Provided solution-focused technical presentations, demonstrating an ability to communicate complex technical concepts.- Delivered technical expertise and sales engineering support for Fidelis’s IOC and threat hunting products, contributing to the development of resilient cybersecurity postures.- Cultivated partnerships and customer loyalty through strategic collaboration and consistent delivery of solution-focused presentations and discussions.- Engaged with a wide range of stakeholders, effectively communicating complex technical concepts and value propositions to technical teams and decision-makers.- Provided technical solutions and expertise in pre-sales design for network security products, aligning with the core responsibilities of a Sales Engineer in the security technology space.- Executed technical demonstrations and developed bill of materials for customer-specific solutions, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.

At Sophos, I embraced the role of Channel Sales Engineer, where I bridged the gap between complex security solutions and client needs, ensuring seamless integration and robust protection across varied IT environments.- Championed the pre-sales engineering efforts for Sophos’s suite of security products, facilitating detailed technical demonstrations and driving successful proof-of-concept deployments.- Delivered technical training and presentations, underscoring my proficiency in technical education and advocacy, vital for driving AI product adoption and user-centric design.- Maintained a dedicated technical liaison role for key accounts, instrumental in achieving customer satisfaction, renewals, and technical support navigation.- Secured specialized certifications in Sophos’s product line, underscoring a commitment to professional growth and technical excellence.- Surpassed sales objectives, consistently achieving and exceeding sales targets through strategic technical engagements and solution advocacy.

In my role as a Senior Consultant in Information Security at the Automobile Club of Southern California, I led critical security infrastructure projects, reinforcing the organization’s defenses against evolving cyber threats.- Directed the enterprise-wide implementation of Websense TRITON, managing web security protocols for 16,000 users, and overseeing network and endpoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP) across the organization.- Administered Imperva Web Application Firewalls, safeguarding critical applications and ensuring adherence to stringent security standards.- Devised and troubleshot advanced network security configurations, significantly enhancing organizational defense mechanisms.- Coordinated the seamless integration of security platform updates and installations, upholding business operations and regulatory compliance.- Designed customized DLP solutions tailored to the unique needs of the organization, effectively preventing potential data breaches and loss.- Actively collaborated with the Security Operations Center to rapidly address and neutralize security incidents, reinforcing the company’s cybersecurity infrastructure.

At Accuvant (Now Optiv), my role as Technology Solutions Consultant had me at the forefront of cybersecurity solutions, providing expertise deploying security solutions into client networks and empowered them with thorough documentation and follow-up support to ensure customer success.- Served as the subject matter expert for Websense, delivering critical presales support including architecture reviews and solution scoping, to ensure optimal deployment and functionality.- Partnered effectively with sales teams to outline and review the scope of work, contributing to precise and successful solution implementations.- Engaged in post-sales support and consultations, enhancing customer satisfaction and ensuring the seamless integration of security technologies.- Managed the deployment of Web Security Gateway, Data Endpoint, and Email Security Gateway solutions, demonstrating a commitment to comprehensive cyber defense strategies.

• Manage the Websense Critical Situations program, which is the highest level of customer escalation management for marquee and enterprise accounts.• Publish, manage and maintain the Websense Hot Customer List program, used to identify trouble customer issues and track progress towards successful resolution.• Coordinate world-wide Support, Sales, Engineering and Product Management efforts to resolve critical customer issues.• Developed and manage the Sales field issues report and meeting for new Websense product releases.• Work closely with Websense executive team providing customer escalation data, usage and adoption metrics, and post-escalation follow-up processes.

• Managed 12 Mission Critical accounts from the Americas and EMEA regions.• Responsible for continual account engagement to drive subscription renewals and expanded product up-sell by identifying customer needs through regular customer contact by phone, email and onsite visits.• Provide post-sale proactive services to ensure customer success including biweekly health checks, production load monitoring and continual hotfix/version pushes.• Collaborate with Websense engineering and QA teams to validate customer deployment architectures and sizing parameters.• Own, drive and track customer issues and feature requests as the customer advocate within Websense.

• Awarded Websense Triton Silver Hero award for excellence in providing technical training to all Websense Sales Engineer staff, July 2010.• Provided phone and email support to customers for all Websense product lines.• Analyzed software and system configurations to identify and diagnose customer-reported issues and recommend/implemented corrective actions.• Drove customer issues to appropriate functional teams and escalated issues.• Diagnose and configure Networks: firewalls, proxies, gateways, IDS/IPS, routers, switches to work with Websense Web Security Gateway and Data Security Suite. Certified in Websense Security Gateway.

• Deployed and administered Windows and Linux servers used for directory services and flight management software.• Managed user accounts via Active Directory, Exchange. MySQL and MSSQL database deployment and administration.

• Flight-line maintenance of electronic intelligence computer equipment on RC-135 aircraft. • Wiring, cabling and on-board TCP/IP communications. • Antenna installation and maintenance. • SIGINT and ELINT systems troubleshooting and installation.• Inactive Top Secret SCI Clearance• Honorable Discharge