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Alexander Ghantous

@alexanderghantous

Software Engineer and Open-Source Auditor modernizing APIs and code compliance, securing systems, and solving complex technical problems.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can modernize APIs and improve maintainability while owning open-source licensing compliance and security requirements. I want to work with teams that value practical automation, clear reporting, and reliable production delivery.

I’m a Software Engineer and Open-Source Auditor who modernizes legacy code, builds API services, and ensures open-source licensing compliance. I conduct open-source code audits with Protex to identify licensing risks, verify licenses with SPDX, and produce detailed compliance reports that help teams resolve issues quickly.

I also enjoy the security and infrastructure side of engineering—implementing secure TLS connections, VPN setup, and DISA STIG compliance, along with secure server configuration and IIS management. From building custom audit workflows to automating FTP transfers with PowerShell and FileZilla, I focus on practical automation and reliable delivery whether working independently or with development teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Open Source Auditor

Black Duck Software Inc

Jun 2022 - Feb 2025 (2 years 8 months)

Conducted open-source code audits using Protex to identify licensing issues and ensure compliance with legal requirements. Built custom audit workflows, produced compliance reports for project managers, and used SPDX dictionaries to verify software licenses and reduce client legal risk.

License Auditing Compliance Reporting Workflow Automation Software Licensing Risk Mitigation

Software Engineer

K2View

Jan 2022 - Mar 2022 (2 months)

Redesigned outdated API services using Java and SQL to improve performance and maintainability. Deployed and tested services on proprietary software, using Git for version control and collaborating with the team to deliver reliable production functionality.

Java SQL API Development Performance Optimization Git Deploying Testing

Programmer

Metis Benefits

Sep 2021 - Dec 2021 (3 months)

Developed web services with ASP.NET and Visual Basic to speed up file uploads and improve server efficiency. Implemented TLS for secure data transmission and automated FTP transfers using PowerShell and FileZilla to reduce manual work.

ASP.NET Visual Basic Web Services TLS PowerShell FileZilla Server Efficiency

Computer Security Intern

V-Star Systems Inc.

Jun 2018 - Aug 2018 (2 months)

Helped set up a company-wide Windows Server 2016 environment for secure file sharing and data protection. Implemented DISA STIG compliance protocols, configured VPN for secure remote access, and installed/configured IIS components with security best practices.

Windows Server DISA STIGs VPN IIS OpenSSL FastCGI PHP File Sharing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Colorado State University Global

Master of Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

2026 -

Pursuing a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at Colorado State University Global, expected to complete in 2027. Started in February 2026.

University of the Pacific

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science (Computer and Network Security)

2017 - 2021

Activities and societies: Certifications: K2View Fabric Implementor Level 1; Broadway Level 1; CS109xa Machine Learning and AI with Python (HarvardX).

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Computer and Network Security from the University of the Pacific. Studied from September 2017 to May 2021.