Cultivated and strengthened strategic partnerships to deliver innovative capabilities and solutions to cyber operators.
Led top subject matter experts in the defense of Navy networks and endpoints across complex on-premise and multi-cloud environments.
Led advanced development teams in the custom engineering of IPS/IDS signatures, SIEM/SOAR detections, and AI solutions tailored to evolving cyber threat.
Oversaw high-stake incident response operations including deep forensics analysis, malware reverse engineering, and full scope remediation.
Division Officer
Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command
06.2022 - 06.2025
Battle Watch Captain
Oversaw 24/7 operations of Security Operations Center with a focus on proactive threat identification and mitigation.
Managed a team of security analysts, providing guidance and support for effective performance in monitoring network activity for potential threats.
Maintained open lines of communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on the status of cybersecurity initiatives and incidents.
Security Information and Event Management Development Division
Adapted quickly to new technologies and programming languages, enhancing overall capability and productivity.
Worked closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications for implementation.
Supervised work of programmers, designers and technicians, assigned tasks and monitored performance against targets.
Designed and developed forward-thinking systems that meet user needs and improve productivity.
Countermeasures Division
Led a team of network and endpoint analysts in developing and optimizing IPS/IDS signatures, enhancing threat detection.
Built a high-performing team through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
Media Endpoint Analysis Division
Directed a team of cybersecurity professionals, ensuring the deployment, monitoring, and optimization of endpoint security solutions.
Managed security tool evaluations and deployments, ensuring effective endpoint detection and response solutions.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including SOC, threat intelligence, and network analysts, to improve incident response and security posture.
Education
Master of Arts - Executive Leadership
Liberty University
07-2025
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Operations
United States Naval Academy
05-2022
Certification
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) - International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2).
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