Wearing many hats (Principal Engineering Program Manager, Product Manager, Threat Manager, and Architect) on Microsoft's Security Intelligence & Engineering Custom Security Tools Team, I have embraced a multifaceted role to fortify security architectures in High Risk Environments. My focus has been on the intersection of engineering excellence and robust security solutions, driving transformative changes to safeguard Microsoft's critical assets. I have been instrumental in pioneering industry-recognized innovations that automate security across servers, networks, and configurations. These innovations have played a pivotal role in protecting highly confidential, regulated, or restricted data managed by key business groups. My work includes the evolution of Shielded VMs, adding an extra layer of defense against physical attacks. I am committed to driving Zero Trust architecture, ensuring that every aspect of our system is secure and insisting on zero-touch deployment (ZTD) across the board, from systems to role and access provisioning. My leadership and work have not only enhanced Microsoft's security posture but have also streamlined operations, setting new standards in the industry.

Drove significant transformation from a compliance-centric culture to one grounded in data and risk. I led the design and implementation of a hybrid SOC model and engineering solutions across the company to exceed PCI DSS 2.0 requirements, resulting in substantial cost savings and system optimization. I transformed teams’ operations from ad-hoc change implementation to a programmatic, code-driven workflow, bringing about efficiency and rigor with change management. Under my direction, we navigated architectural and engineering efforts during Safeco's acquisition and other major projects, creating robust enterprise-wide Threat & Vulnerability Management, Forensics & Investigations programs. Leveraging my technical and leadership expertise, I aim to build resilient, secure systems while ensuring business enablement amidst an ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.