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 — PresentLeads 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 2025Led 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 2022Built 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 2020Developed 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 2019Executed 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 2018Supported 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.
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 — PresentLeads 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 2025Commanded 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 2024Executed 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 2020Managed 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.
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 2017Led 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.