Principal Software Engineer & Technology Innovator
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certificate Number: 2273572
Expires: May 31, 2028
A native Alaskan with a passion for building innovative technology solutions that make a real difference in people's lives. From cybersecurity to cloud architecture, I bring technical expertise and creative problem-solving to every challenge. I'm a regular attendee at DEFCON and have extensive experience building and fixing cars, houses, computer hardware, software, networking, and electronic components.
What I Do
Software Development
Creating robust applications with clean code, best practices, and cutting-edge technologies.
Cybersecurity
Protecting digital assets and building secure systems that keep businesses safe from evolving threats.
Cloud Architecture
Designing scalable cloud solutions using AWS, Azure, and modern infrastructure practices.
My Story
Raised in silicon valley taught me the value of resilience, innovation, and community. These principles guide my approach to technology and problem-solving every day. I believe in building solutions that not only work well but also make a positive impact on people's lives.
One of my most meaningful experiences was leading an engineering project that brought potable water to a remote village outside Antigua, Guatemala. This humanitarian effort combined technical expertise with compassion, showing how technology can truly transform lives and communities in need.
Today, I continue to apply that same passion for making a difference through my work in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and software development. Whether I'm protecting critical infrastructure, designing scalable systems, or sharing knowledge through tutorials, my goal remains the same: to use technology to create a better, safer, more connected world.
Technical Success Story
Time-critical migration of 4 active servers under 2.5-month deadline. Resolved ATO compliance issues: retired EOL Python 2, CentOS, patched log4j. Chose Ubuntu over Rocky/Alma Linux for strong community and LTS support. Used Apache NiFi for traffic splitting during parallel testing. Completed cutover 2 days ahead of hard deadline.
Meet Nanook
My faithful Siberian Husky companion who reminds me daily of the importance of loyalty, adventure, and embracing the wild spirit of Alaska. Nanook is my coding buddy and inspiration for staying curious and exploring new frontiers in technology.
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
