Acquired 14 years experience protecting the DoD against both internal and external threats. Proficient at preemptively detecting unidentified threat vectors and applying preventive measures to mitigate security flaws. Implements technological solutions and personnel training to harden both people and machines against malicious actors. Skilled in evaluating network and host system security by emulating cyberattacks using adversary tools and techniques to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information. Hard‑working, personable, driven team member who is comfortable in both leadership and follower roles.Currently a Senior Detection and Response Engineer at Expel. Previously a Detection Engineer for Red Canary and an Offensive Cyber Operations/Python scripting instructor for the United States Air Force, mentoring and developing future cybersecurity professionals.