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Englewood, Colorado, United States

Cyber systems engineer for Binary Armor® SCADA and Operational Technology applications, with a focus on Utility and Critical Infrastructure programs. Leads the partnership with Idaho National Laboratory (INL) to implement their patent-pending Constrained Communication Cyber Device (C3D) onto SNC's Binary Armor platform.

Held lead engineer role and developed resourceful solutions for multiple digital projects, upgrading outdated plant systems. Established technical and process-based cybersecurity controls, adhering to regulatory requirements. Partnered cross-functionally to create site procedures and specifications. • Developed, tested, implemented and maintained ownership of site cybersecurity centralized monitoring system; strengthened plant and control monitoring capability, minimizing risk.• Headed cybersecurity incident response drill project, leading teams from security, operations and emergency planning to test real-life events.• Audited cybersecurity protocols and engaged with federal regulator during inspections.

Managed digital projects focused on upgrading and maintaining plant systems, ensuring stability and decreasing risks. Supported team through independent project reviews assessing modifications to confirm adherence to standards and projected outcomes.• Transitioned to project manager and managed third-party contractors, ensuring 100% completion within budget and by schedule. • Supported cyber security team on modifications, expanding organizational resources.

Partnered with team and established digital modifications group, created and implemented equipment modifications. Participated on several digital design projects providing direction and insight into stated outcomes. • Consistently strengthened skillset by gaining knowledge on plant resources, including larger modifications and regulatory screenings; led to promotion.• Proactively sought electromagnetic compatibility and human factors engineering training to support digital design teams.

Supported plant engineering teams by achieving qualifications on smaller processes, including engineering document changes and modifications. Gained knowledge on full plant operations and interdepartmental relationships to expand knowledgebase and contribute to organizational objectives. • Actively sought instruction and participated in rotational programs to understand plant operations, leading to additional responsibilities and promotion.