Resume

Experience

2020-Present Pointer Prep

Sr. Cybersecurity Architect (2026-Present)

• Serve as senior technical advisor supporting enterprise technology, security, privacy, emerging technology, risk management, Zero Trust, and cybersecurity readiness initiatives.
• Research, evaluate, and provide strategic recommendations on emerging technologies to improve enterprise security posture and inform modernization strategy.
• Assess risks, operational impacts, and innovation opportunities associated with new technologies, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and mission objectives.
• Support Proof of Concept initiatives by evaluating threat intelligence, attack surface exposure, integration requirements, and risk-informed decisions for production adoption.
• Analyze technology and threat trends to help prioritize modernization investments and architecture improvements.
• Evaluate enterprise cybersecurity posture using data sources to identify trends in vulnerabilities, unsupported technologies, findings management, and attack surface risks.
• Develop and execute SQL queries against enterprise cybersecurity data sources to extract, analyze, and validate risk data, supporting accurate reporting and technology roadmap decisions.
• Provide architecture subject matter expertise for secure modernization and Zero Trust maturation aligned to CISA’s Zero Trust Maturity Model across identity, device, network, application, and data domains.

IT Security Consultant (2020-Present)

• Provide IT architecture and security consulting services focused on system reviews, secure cloud configurations, and technology risk assessment.
• Support secure architecture and modernization planning for Azure and Microsoft 365 environments.
• Advise on technology standards, secure configurations, and risk-based improvements to support stable, compliant, and resilient operations.

2020-Present Iowa Western Community College

Adjunct Computer Information Technology Instructor

• Teach assigned courses that are online depending on college needs.

2024-2026 Empower AI

Information Security Manager

• Led System Impact Analyses and Risk Reviews aligned to CMS Technical Reference Architecture and NIST Risk Management Framework, supporting federal authorization, continuous monitoring, and modernization readiness.
• Conducted risk assessments and security design reviews for data analytics initiatives, supporting secure data modernization and privacy-preserving architecture.
• Performed threat modeling for emerging technologies to identify architectural risks and support risk-based modernization decisions.
• Developed and deployed secure technology solutions that reinforced confidentiality, privacy, and reduced enterprise risk exposure.
• Collaborated with security policy teams and management to integrate advanced threat detection capabilities, improving operational visibility and incident response.
• Advanced Zero Trust and identity-based access architectures with continuous monitoring capabilities across CMS infrastructure environments.
• Coordinated cross-business unit product purchases and licensing reviews, supporting technology portfolio modernization and Supply Chain Risk Management.
• Evaluated emerging technologies, including AI/ML and cloud-native security, through Proof-of-Concept assessments aligned to NIST Risk Management Framework and Cybersecurity Framework.

2023-2024 Oak Street Health

Senior Security Engineer

• Owned research, testing, and selection of new security and technology solutions to support enterprise modernization and compliance objectives.
• Designed, implemented, and managed cybersecurity solutions supporting HITRUST compliance and secure system modernization.
• Conducted security architecture reviews for healthcare systems, assessing integration risks and recommending controls across the system development lifecycle.
• Evaluated and integrated threat intelligence feeds to inform risk-based architecture, detection, and modernization decisions.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate HITRUST requirements into practical security architecture and operational capabilities.

2020-2023 Empower AI

IT Security Manager / Security Engineer

• Oversaw the Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation program using Tenable, Gigamon, and ForeScout to continuously monitor vulnerabilities and attack surface exposure, supporting infrastructure modernization and risk reduction.
• Led technical security operations and served as the escalation point for enterprise technology and security activities.
• Ensured infrastructure compliance with federal security frameworks through continuous monitoring and risk-based control implementation.
• Developed and refined policies and procedures supporting technology standards, security best practices, and compliance guidelines.
• Coordinated with business units to ensure product purchases, licensing, and implementations were efficient, secure, and aligned with organizational technology strategy.
• Conducted incident response, cloud security planning, and technology training for internal stakeholders.
• Integrated DevSecOps practices into the development lifecycle, including security architecture reviews, threat modeling, and risk identification before production deployment.
• Supported security testing of applications as part of the software development lifecycle.

2010 – 2019           Omaha Home for Boys            

VP of IT Security & Infrastructure

• Directed IT strategy, security, and infrastructure for the organization, aligning technology planning with organizational goals.
• Led development of policy and procedures for infrastructure and security, standardizing systems and processes to improve efficiency, security, and resource utilization.
• Designed, developed, and evaluated enterprise system strategic direction, plans, and policies to support effective departmental and organizational outcomes.
• Assessed current and anticipated organizational development needs and delivered consultative technology services to department managers.
• Identified and evaluated system needs, technology opportunities, products, and service solutions to support strategic growth and modernization.
• Directed development of innovative resource utilization systems to improve technology operations and organizational efficiency.
• Oversaw technology systems and infrastructure including network devices, wireless, firewalls, Active Directory, Exchange Server, backup systems, anti-virus, database systems, and VoIP telephony.
• Managed the technology budget and supervised the IT department.
• Oversaw facilities-related technology responsibilities and coordinated technology support for leased organizational spaces.

Information Technology Director

• Responsible for Network/Systems Administrator duties maintaining network including switches,
  wireless access points, firewall, and local computer network settings.
• Responsible for all software and hardware including setting up and maintaining all servers,
  computers, tablets, smartphones, copiers, and printers.
• Responsible for managing and administrating all database systems on campus.
• Responsible for all technology systems and infrastructure including campus phone system(Mitel),
  Active Directory, Exchange Server, backup systems, and anti-virus software.
• Provide technical support and training as needed on any technology items for campus.
• Oversee the technology budget.
• Supervise the Information Technology department.

2008 – 2010   Godfather’s Pizza, Inc.                     

Internet Property Manager

• Project manager for new website redesign project for consumer side, franchising side, &
  training portal.
• Responsible for overseeing web presence of Godfather’s Pizza.
• Develop plan for Social Media use by Godfather’s Pizza.
• Develop & maintain franchise development website.
• Manage multiple vendor relationships with any partners that are part of Godfather’s Pizza’s web
  presence.

IT Systems Administrator

• Project manager for new VoIP phone system install at corporate office (ShoreTel), including network
  upgrade.
• Install and maintain Point of Sale (Pos) systems at corporate owned locations.
• Project manager to install security camera systems at all corporate owned locations.
• Assist with roll out of online ordering system at all corporate owned locations & franchise
  locations that signed up.
• Responsible for corporate network, servers, computers, phone etc. to ensure optimal
  performance.
• Update website with store location changes.

2005 – 2008   Grace University  

Director of Information Services

• Set and implement policy in coordination with university needs and strategic goals.
• Manage and maintain all university networks and domains.
• Manage and maintain all university computer systems, including servers, printers, desktops and
  laptops.
• Manage and supervise all IT personnel.
• Serve on various University committees as assigned.
• Annually develop a budget for all University technology needs in cooperation with each department.
• Work with the Vice President of Finance and Operations and the Academic Vice President to plan for the needs of the University as it relates to technology.
• Oversee operations of the Communications Service Center.
• Oversee and maintain university websites.

Network Administrator

• Responsible for assisting director in overseeing network.
• Support phone system (Nortel)
• 1 st & 2 nd level support for university technology equipment.
• Support and oversee various projects.
• Assist with maintenance and development of websites.

Help Desk Manager / Network Technician

• Supervise student helpdesk employees.
• Support and maintain classroom and office equipment.
• Provide support for computers, phone system, printers, network, sound and other technology
  equipment.

1998 – 2005         Commercial Federal Bank            
Senior Telecommunications Analyst

• Responsible for administering enhancements on the Interactive Voice Response (IVR –Intervoice)
  Units.
• Assist with system modifications to the large back office phone systems (Siemens).
• Oversee the administration of the call accounting system (TRU System).
• Research and advise management regarding new technologies.

Wide Area Network (WAN) Technician

• Responsible for overseeing Automated Teller Machine (ATM) Network.
• Work with vendors and branch employees to service the ATM machines.
• Produce daily/weekly reports for management detailing any ATM issues.

CIF Senior Quality Control Processor

• Responsible for training department employees on correct procedures for updating information.
• Create and maintain instructional training materials.
• Work to ensure customer information is accurately updated and maintained.

Customer Service Representative

• Answer incoming customer calls and provide good customer service.
• Assist customers with any questions or issues on their accounts.

Education

• Western Governors University – M.S. Cyber Security & Information Assurance
• Western Governors University – B.S. Information Technology
• Conferences, trainings, videos, books, and hands on learning of various technologies.

Certifications

• CISSP
• ITILv4 Foundation
• EC-Council Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator
• EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker
• LPIC 1
• CompTIA SecurityX / Advanced Security Practitioner
• CompTIA PenTest+
• CompTIA Linux+
• CompTIA Project+
• CompTIA CySA+
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA A+
• CIW Javascript Specialist
• CIW Web Foundations Associate
• CIW Web Design Specialist
• MTA Database Administration
• MTA Windows Operating System Fundamentals
• MTA Windows Server Administration
• MTA Network Fundamentals

Other qualifications

2001 – 2008            Living Water Church          
Technical Arts Director

• Responsible for running sound, lighting, video and any other technical needs for the church.
• Responsible for forming and developing technical arts team to assist in running areas of
  technology for the church.
• Create weekly worship slides and make any audio and lighting equipment changes for weekly service.
• Research, recommend, and install soundboard, lighting system, and projector system.
• Responsible for the churches technical budget.
• Keep equipment operational and purchase/install any new equipment needed.
• Set up and keep church computer & network equipment operational.

Awards received

• Empower AI – OPTIC Employee of the Quarter – Q2 2026
• Commercial Federal Bank – Personal Best Award winner for outstanding service.
• Living Water Church (formerly Plattsmouth Baptist Church) – Worship Team was a winner of the Willow Creek Innovation Award at 2003 Arts Conference. We were recognized for our
  technical achievements and advancements.

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