Experience

Proven record leading mission-critical programs, building high-performing teams, and delivering measurable outcomes across federal and commercial environments.

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Progressed from hands-on security engineering to leading engineering teams, directing hyperscale detection, response, and automation programs that safeguard AWS customers worldwide.

Head of SOC Security Engineering

Dec 2025 — Present

Leads global security engineering and software development teams...

  • Lead teams delivering AI-assisted detection, triage, and response automation at scale.
  • Delivers access-governance and least-privilege initiatives that tightened blast radius and accelerates incident containment.
  • Modernizing incident response playbooks, readiness exercises, and cross-team escalation pathways for mission-critical services.

Head of SOC Cloud Operations

Apr 2022 — Dec 2025

Led global security engineering teams within the AWS Security Operations Center, providing strategic direction and operational oversight to protect AWS at scale.

  • Drove cybersecurity incident resolution and escalation across AWS global infrastructure.
  • Owned the strategic roadmap for SOC capability enhancement and automation in logical incident resonse in the SOC.
  • Led managers, engineers, and builders to continuously improve global incident response.

SOC Security Engineering Manager

Nov 2020 — Apr 2022

Built and led a world-class team of security engineers focused on detection engineering, automation, and operational excellence in the AWS SOC.

  • Established cross-functional workflows aligning SOC operations with AWS services.
  • Owned operational metrics and performance indicators for the SOC engineering team.
  • Mentored engineers and fostered a strong culture of technical excellence and career growth.

Security Engineer II

Apr 2019 — Nov 2020

Developed and deployed scalable security engineering solutions and automation for AWS incident response programs.

  • Built internal tools to enhance detection and response automation.
  • Led incident response coordination across multiple global teams.
  • Applied expertise in forensics, malware analysis, and network security to improve threat visibility.

Security Engineer

May 2018 — Apr 2019

Executed incident response operations and designed internal security utilities to improve Amazon’s detection and containment capabilities.

  • Coordinated multi-team responses to complex security incidents.
  • Led internal development of scalable automation and threat intelligence tools.
  • Served as subject matter expert on system architecture and security design reviews.

Associate Security Engineer

Oct 2017 — May 2018

Supported large-scale incident response operations and developed automation to improve AWS’s global threat readiness.

  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to mitigate and prevent security threats.
  • Developed training and secure coding practices for internal engineering teams.
  • Maintained deep situational awareness of evolving global threat landscapes.
Leadership • Delivery • Trust

United States Army Reserve

Commissioned officer trusted to plan and command cyber, communications, and network operations supporting joint and tactical missions.

Cyber Operations Officer (17A)

Apr 2025 — Present

Leads integrated and synchronized cyber operations, targeting hostile adversaries through offensive and defensive cyberspace operations.

  • Directs joint cyber operations aligned with national defense strategy.
  • Coordinates threat intelligence, mission planning, and tactical execution.

Cybersecurity Detachment Commander

Jan 2024 — Apr 2025

Commanded a cybersecurity detachment responsible for readiness, mission execution, and leadership development.

  • Directed all unit operations, training, and personnel management.
  • Strengthened cyber readiness through mission-aligned defense and leadership initiatives.

Cyber Operations Officer (17A)

Sep 2020 — Feb 2024

Executed synchronized cyberspace operations, integrating defensive and offensive capabilities to counter threats.

  • Led mission teams in active cyber defense and exploitation operations.
  • Enhanced joint force readiness through advanced cyber training initiatives.

Communications / Network Operations Manager - Signal Officer (25A)

May 2015 — Sep 2020

Managed battlefield network operations and tactical communications systems supporting global missions.

  • Supervised ESB network teams ensuring operational connectivity in combat environments.
  • Delivered full lifecycle management of tactical communications and network systems.
Leadership • Delivery • Trust

Rendition InfoSec

Delivered end-to-end security consulting, leading penetration testing, DFIR, and 24/7 SOC services for private-sector clients.

Information Security Consultant

May 2015 — Sep 2017

Led consulting engagements and a multi-client SOC serving regulated industries.

  • Directed penetration testing, digital forensics, and incident response engagements.
  • Presented at BSides Augusta on API abuse and defensive cybersecurity strategies.
  • Managed multi-client SIEM operations across distributed enterprise environments.
Leadership • Delivery • Trust