Currently focused on Application Security (AppSec) and Cloud Security in my professional role, I am a passionate developer and security researcher who enjoys contributing to open-source projects, particularly in the realm of Red Team tools and DevSecOps automation.
I believe in giving back to the community and fostering the next generation of security professionals.
- University of Colorado Denver (UC Denver)
- Adjunct Instructor, Information Systems (ISMG)
- Teaching ISMG 2050: Introduction to Business Information Systems during the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters.
- Focus: Guiding students through fundamental concepts of IT infrastructure, data management, and the role of information systems in modern business and technology, providing a strong foundation for future security specialization.
- Cloud Security: AWS, Azure, GCP architecture security.
- DevSecOps: Integrating security controls across the CI/CD pipeline.
- Container/Kubernetes Security: Penetration testing, hardening, and compliance.
- Red Teaming & Hacking Tools: Development and contribution to open-source security utilities (e.g., Peirates).
- Automation: Shell scripting and Python for security operations.
- Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI): Researching and documenting adversary TTPs.
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- In this project we consider the issue of a "dirty" local development environment, and precisely what to do about it.
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- An archive of code/projects related to Def Con 30 (DC30), demonstrating hands-on security challenge experience.
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- An exercise in frustration and misery.
Currently contributing to next-generation security solutions at Palo Alto Networks.
I believe in the power of open source to elevate security practices for everyone. Feel free to connect and collaborate!