Accomplished cybersecurity professional with over 20 years of I.T experience who thrives on devising solutions to complex cybersecurity challenges while building high-performing teams from the ground up. What distinguishes me from my peers are my proven soft skills in recognizing talent, designing comprehensive training programs, and cultivating environments where diverse teams excel.
My passion lies in giving back to the cybersecurity community through guest instruction, mentoring veterans transitioning to civilian careers, and representing organizations at industry events. I excel at bridging communication gaps between technical teams and stakeholders while providing clear objectives through effective project management.
Future Goals: Seeking cybersecurity leadership opportunities where I can leverage my unique combination of technical expertise and people development skills to create and manage successful cybersecurity teams. My goal is to continue building organizational cybersecurity capabilities while fostering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals through mentorship, training, design, and strategic team building. I'm committed to forming long-term relationships and creating lasting impact in the cybersecurity field through both technical excellence and human-centered leadership.