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Your Partner for Risk-Based Security, Audit Readiness & Operational Resilience | $65/hr 🗽 U.S. | 🍁 Canada | 🌎 LATAM | 🌍 Global Clients Proven Track Record in Regulated & Enterprise Environments I’m a Security Engineer from the United States with 10+ years of experience helping regulated organizations strengthen their security posture through risk-based decision making, audit readiness, and operational security. I work directly with leaders, auditors, penetration testers, vendors, and engineering teams to ensure security programs are not just compliant, but effective, prioritized, and aligned to real business risk. Why I Stand Out 🔹 Risk-Based Security Approach I help organizations prioritize security investments and remediation efforts based on real risk, reducing noise and focusing on what materially impacts the business. 🔹 Engineer-First Execution I translate compliance requirements (SOC 2, PCI-DSS, NIST, HIPAA, CMMC) into practical, implementable solutions that work in real environments. 🔹 Audit & Compliance Expertise Experienced in control implementation, remediation tracking, evidence preparation, and working directly with auditors to ensure successful outcomes. 🔹 Real-World Risk Reduction Focused on vulnerability management, DevSecOps integration, and IAM governance to reduce exploitable attack surface, not just produce reports. Core Services 🔹 Audit Readiness & Remediation Control implementation, gap assessments, remediation tracking, audit support, and evidence preparation. 🔹 Risk-Based Vulnerability Management Threat-informed prioritization, CI/CD integration, SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, and actionable remediation strategies. 🔹 DevSecOps & Cloud Security IAM, secrets management, container security, encryption, logging, and secure CI/CD pipeline implementation. 🔹 Identity & Access Governance (IAM) Access reviews, RBAC enforcement, onboarding/offboarding processes, and policy alignment. 🔹 Security Assessments Cloud, network, application, and API security assessments aligned to real-world risk. Who I Work With 🔹 Regulated organizations preparing for audits 🔹 Enterprise teams building or maturing security programs 🔹 SaaS & cloud-native companies implementing DevSecOps 🔹 Organizations needing risk-based prioritization, not just tooling and reports I help teams execute, remediate, and operationalize security in a way that is sustainable long-term. 📞 Let’s connect for a 30-minute discovery call to build a risk-informed, audit-ready, and operationally effective security program.

I help small and mid-sized businesses secure and streamline their Microsoft , cloud, identity, and end-user environments. With 12+ years of experience across IT operations and cybersecurity, I support organizations that need a trusted expert to improve security posture, stabilize systems, and reduce day-to-day technology risk without adding unnecessary complexity. I can help with: • Microsoft security reviews and hardening • Entra ID / Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, and identity governance • Intune and endpoint management • Email security, SPF, DKIM, DMARC, and Defender policy configuration • SharePoint, Teams, and Microsoft tenant administration • Network and infrastructure security improvements • Incident response planning and security baseline assessments • Ongoing IT support for cloud and hybrid environments Clients work with me when they need someone who can communicate clearly, solve problems quickly, and bridge the gap between IT operations and cybersecurity. If you need help strengthening your Microsoft environment, improving identity and endpoint security, or building a more reliable IT foundation, I’d be happy to discuss your project.

I help startups and SMBs build secure, compliant cloud infrastructure without the cost of a full-time CTO or CISO. 15+ years of cloud architecture and security engineering experience across companies like Cisco, General Mills, Home Depot, Collins Aerospace, and other Fortune 500 environments. AWS Certified Solutions Architect. CISSP in progress. I specialize in startups operating in regulated environments: CJIS, FedRAMP, SOC 2, HIPAA, and CMMC. If you need compliance built into your infrastructure from day one rather than bolted on later, that's exactly what I do. How I typically work with startup clients: Embedded as a fractional technical leader, 10-20 hours per week. I join your Slack, attend standups when needed, and own your infrastructure decisions. Minimum 3-month engagement. Recent example: I serve as fractional Lead DevOps Engineer for a CJIS-regulated GovTech startup, where I designed and built their AWS infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and compliance controls from the ground up. What I do for clients: - AWS and Azure cloud architecture design and implementation - Infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation) - CI/CD pipeline setup (GitHub Actions, GitLab) - Security controls and compliance implementation - Network design (VPC, subnets, security groups, IAM) - Monitoring, alerting, and incident response - Architecture decision-making and team mentorship I also offer one-time engagements: - Cloud Infrastructure Buildout: I design and build your entire cloud environment from scratch in 4-8 weeks - Architecture Review: 2-week deep review of your existing infrastructure with a prioritized 90-day remediation plan Tools I work with daily: AWS, Azure, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, n8n, Cloudflare, Linux/Ubuntu. If your startup is building in a space where security and compliance matter, let's talk. I'm selective about engagements and only take on work where I can deliver real value.

My technology background has allowed me to quickly understand and grasp many tech concepts, focuses, and applications. This background showed me how to merge web design, cybersecurity, education, graphic and visual designs, together with business strategy and other technology to help give your business the best overall technology plan. Either in pieces or all together, no matter your project I can help you navigate and figure out the best technology, build it for you, and make sure it looks good at the same time!

If you need cloud infrastructure built, deployments automated, integrations shipped, or an environment locked down — and you need it done properly, not just planned — that's where I come in. 20 years of real engineering across AWS, Azure, and GCP. I've built things that are still running in production at NielsenIQ, Verizon, Seacoast Bank, and Data443. Not advisory work. Actual delivered infrastructure. What I build: Cloud Infrastructure and DevOps: - AWS and Azure infrastructure (VPCs, AKS, EKS, networking, IAM, hybrid connectivity, VPN gateways) - Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates — from scratch or migration - CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions, containerized workloads (Docker, Kubernetes) - Serverless: Lambda, Azure Functions, API Gateway, event-driven architectures - Multi-cloud design, cost optimization, cloud migration Security and Compliance: - Microsoft Sentinel, SIEM buildouts, KQL detection rules, SOAR playbooks - Zero Trust architecture: Entra ID, Conditional Access, PIM, MFA enforcement - AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, IAM hardening, compliance baselines - SOC2, HIPAA, NIST, CMMC — implementation, not just gap analysis Integrations and Automation: - REST API integrations, custom connectors, middleware (Node.js, Python) - M365, Defender, Purview, Intune management and automation at scale - GCP services, multi-cloud patterns, SaaS integrations At NielsenIQ I saved $750K/year on security tooling and shipped two production Sentinel connectors now live in Microsoft's Content Hub. At Verizon and Seacoast Bank I designed Zero Trust architectures that are still running today. At Data443 I built AWS marketplace connectors that integrate with CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, and Cyren threat intelligence pipelines serving 500+ clients. I work US hours, communicate clearly, and I actually show up. Tampa, FL. Certs: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Security Engineer, AWS SA Pro, AWS Security Specialty, MCSE+Security

Experienced Information Security and Systems Professional | Compliance, Cybersecurity, and Risk Management Expertise | CISSP Certified With over two decades of expertise in Information Security, Systems Engineering, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), I am dedicated to helping organizations safeguard their digital assets and navigate complex regulatory environments. As a CISSP and holder of a Master of Science in Cybersecurity, I specialize in implementing security programs that ensure compliance and mitigate risks in fast-paced, technology-driven industries. In my role as an Information Security Consultant and Senior Systems Engineer, I have successfully guided companies in achieving and maintaining compliance with standards like SOC 2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, GDPR, NIST CSF, and more. My collaborative approach ensures organizations are not only audit-ready but also positioned to build a culture of security and operational efficiency. Areas of Expertise Regulatory Compliance – Expertise in SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, CCPA, CPRA, and HIPAA compliance, enabling businesses to meet stringent requirements and reduce audit fatigue. Cloud and Systems Security – Proven track record of securing multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) through best practices like identity access management (IAM), encryption, and vulnerability assessments. Risk Management – Skilled in conducting risk assessments, developing mitigation strategies, and implementing frameworks like CIS Controls and NIST 800-53 to reduce attack surfaces and align with industry benchmarks. AI Security & ISO 42001 Compliance – Experience securing AI-driven applications, ensuring model governance, risk management, and adversarial attack mitigation while aligning with ISO 42001 AI security standards. DevSecOps & Secure SDLC – Proficient in embedding security controls into DevOps pipelines, integrating OWASP best practices into CI/CD environments, and automating security testing to reduce vulnerabilities early in the development lifecycle. Incident Response & Continuous Improvement – Developed and tested incident response programs, collaborating with external DFIR teams to enhance organizational resilience against evolving cyber threats. I also bring extensive experience in aligning cybersecurity strategies with business goals, helping clients balance security measures with innovation. Whether your organization is preparing for compliance audits, enhancing security posture, developing AI applications, or integrating DevSecOps, I provide tailored, actionable security solutions to meet your needs. Let’s collaborate to build secure, compliant, and efficient systems that enable your business to thrive in today’s ever-evolving digital landscape.