Professional Summary
Results-driven AI Security Engineer and Senior Cloud Security Consultant with over five years of experience leading enterprise-level cloud and AI security engagements across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Proven track record of securing AI/ML systems and cloud infrastructure, conducting PASTA threat modeling for AI pipelines and cloud-native applications, and building risk-based security programs aligned with CIS, PCI DSS, NIST, HIPAA, and SOC 2. Combines deep technical expertise in AI security, cloud security engineering, and automation with exceptional client-facing skills to deliver impactful, long-term solutions.
Professional Experience
Instructor
Jan 2026 – Present
- Deliver engaging course content to diverse learner audiences on Pluralsight, ensuring clear communication of technical concepts and maintaining learner focus throughout instructional modules.
Senior Cloud Security Consultant
Jul 2022 – Jan 2026
- Lead consultant for enterprise-level AWS, Azure, and GCP cloud assessment engagements.
- Lead consultant for conducting Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM) assessments to identify gaps between an organization's current security practices and CCM controls.
- Conduct rigorous QA testing for internal and external applications, validating functionality, security, and performance.
- Identify bugs and vulnerabilities in applications, collaborating with development teams via GitHub tickets and pull requests.
- Develop multiple threat modeling libraries using the PASTA methodology.
- Develop and implement risk-based cloud security programs aligned with CIS, PCI DSS, NIST, HIPAA, and SOC 2.
- Provide expert consultation on Identity and Access Management (IAM), enforcing least privilege, MFA, and RBAC.
- Design and execute Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using AWS CloudFormation and Terraform.
- Automate security controls and monitoring through Python scripting with AWS Boto3.
- Perform vulnerability assessments on Kubernetes clusters, recommending container security best practices.
- Author and deliver architectural and remediation reviews; conduct training and knowledge transfer sessions.
Cloud Security Consultant
Oct 2020 – Jul 2022
- Created video and audio tutorial content for client applications uploaded to social media and product websites.
- Led calls for product demos and client onboarding sessions.
- Collaborated with team members on threat modeling engagements.
Technology Business Consultant
Nov 2018 – Aug 2019
- Performed functional, regression, system, performance, and UAT testing.
- Client services liaison between the Veterans Administration (VA) and mortgage services.
- Obtained high-level security access for the Veterans Administration (VA).
- Used workflow ticketing systems IBM Rational Clear Quest (RQM) and CA Service Desk.
- Maintained and updated testing artifacts in SharePoint for auditing and compliance purposes.
- Served as liaison between end-users and IT organization during technology consulting projects.
Technical Specialist
Aug 2017 – Jul 2018
- Performed troubleshooting at the Genius Bar for iOS software and Apple hardware.
- Re-imaged Apple devices to troubleshoot and resolve software issues.
- Mentored and motivated other employees on customer interactions and troubleshooting.
- Consistently placed in top employees for Apple Pay transactions, sales, and business introductions.
- Member of the visuals team maintaining store standards and performing store opening/closing tasks.
Specialist
Oct 2016 – Aug 2017
- Recommended Apple products and services by discovering customer needs and passions.
- Helped customers set up new devices and restore iCloud data at the personal setup table.
- Provided exceptional customer service, focusing on repairing relationships.
Volunteer Experience
Swift SDK for Android Workgroup Member
Swift.org · Remote · Late 2025 – Present
Active workgroup member contributing to the effort to bring Swift as a first-class language for Android application development, collaborating with the open-source community on SDK design and implementation.
CCSK v5 Training Reviewer
Cloud Security Alliance · Remote · Jul 2024
Contributed to content development of the Cloud Security Alliance's courseware. Collaborated with CSA to provide a comprehensive educational course on cloud security knowledge.