Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Cybersecurity professional with experience in enterprise vulnerability management, security operations, and risk reduction within the U.S. Air Force. I currently support large-scale vulnerability management efforts across Air Force networks, leveraging ACAS/Tenable.sc, Tanium, and MECM to identify, assess, and remediate security risks while helping strengthen overall security posture. My experience includes vulnerability assessments, compliance monitoring, patch management, risk analysis, and collaborating with stakeholders across technical and leadership teams to drive remediation efforts. As a Vulnerability Management SME, I help translate complex technical findings into actionable recommendations that support mission success and informed decision-making. Before transitioning into cybersecurity, I held leadership roles with Verizon, where I managed teams, developed employees, and drove operational performance. That experience shaped my leadership style and strengthened my ability to communicate effectively, mentor others, and build high-performing teams. I hold an active TS/SCI clearance and CompTIA Security+ and Network+ certifications. I’m passionate about continuous improvement, leadership development, and helping organizations build secure, resilient environments through a practical, risk-based approach to cybersecurity.
As a Cyber Defense Operator, I specialize in enterprise vulnerability management, helping identify, prioritize, and remediate security risks across large-scale Air Force networks. My work focuses on improving organizational security posture through vulnerability assessments, compliance monitoring, patch management, and collaboration with stakeholders across the enterprise. I serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for ACAS/Tenable.sc and support enterprise-wide vulnerability scanning operations, risk reduction initiatives, and remediation efforts. Working within highly regulated environments, I translate technical findings into actionable recommendations for leadership and technical teams. My background in leadership and operations management allows me to bridge the gap between cybersecurity, mission requirements, and organizational objectives while driving continuous improvement and security maturity.
Led daily operations across two high-volume retail locations, managing and developing teams of up to 20 employees. Responsible for sales performance, employee development, inventory management, customer experience, and operational excellence. Key accomplishments: • Led and coached a team of 20+ employees across multiple locations, driving sales growth and customer satisfaction. • Developed onboarding and training programs that improved employee performance, product knowledge, and sales effectiveness. • Managed inventory, operational compliance, and business processes to ensure efficient store operations. • Mentored team members on performance improvement, goal achievement, and career development. • Fostered a high-performance culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives and exceed performance targets.