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Led cybersecurity operations for laboratory and corporate HQ, achieving ATO support and compliance across 96 systems while implementing NIST 800-53/800-37/800-18, JSIG, and CMMC standards.

Instructed cybersecurity and IT courses (including graduate-level) and restructured Canvas-based courses to improve curriculum and student professional development.

Taught 2–3 cybersecurity and core CIS courses per semester, established a partnership with WGU, and updated course content to reflect current industry practices.

Provided ATO support for Army Materiel Command, managed ATO packages through eMASS, and coordinated with government ISSMs, AOs, and ISOs to advance accreditation.

Supervised IA team and delivered ATO support for a government software test lab, conducting scans, preparing SSP/SCTM artifacts, and implementing mitigations across 96 systems.

Maintained HWIL lab operations and provided ATO support while ensuring physical security and implementing NIST and CMMC 2.0 controls.

Managed lab operations and HWIL systems for 60 systems, supported ATO acquisition, and created software repositories while working with government leads.

Supported development and testing of Apache-based software for U.S. Government customers and advised on usability and validation efforts.

Installed and supported computer and network systems for Unmanned Aircraft Systems, conducted vulnerability scans and maintenance, and maintained accountability for high-value equipment.

Completed a Doctorate in Information Assurance with focus on information security and assurance, graduated November 2023.

Completed a master's degree focused on information technology and cybersecurity concepts, graduated July 2019.

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, graduated May 2018.

Completed an Associate Degree in Information Technology, graduated May 2018.

Completed an Associate Degree, graduated September 2013.