Summary
Technology executive and security leader with 22+ years of progressive experience spanning enterprise cybersecurity, AI infrastructure, data engineering, and executive IT leadership. Currently securing global enterprise platforms at Thales Cybersecurity (formerly Imperva). Career arc from founding and leading an MSP through CIO roles to principal-level security consulting at Akamai, Imperva, and Thales. Deep expertise in application/API security, DevSecOps, AI-era threat mitigation, and building data-driven technology organizations. Proven ability to translate complex technical landscapes into actionable strategy for the C-suite.
Core Competencies
Enterprise Security Architecture
AI / LLM Infrastructure
Executive IT Leadership
WAF / API / Bot Security
NVIDIA GPU Deployment
Strategic Technology Roadmaps
DevSecOps & CI/CD
Data Governance & Compliance
Vendor & Budget Management
Threat Analysis & Response
Big Data / NoSQL Architecture
ISO / HIPAA / SOC / ITIL
Linux & Infrastructure
Full-Stack Development
Stakeholder Communication
Professional Experience
Principal Security Consultant — Denver Metropolitan Area
- Lead enterprise security consulting for a world leader in data and application protection, serving clients across all major industries
- Architect and deliver application, data, and process security solutions for complex, multi-cloud enterprise environments
- Advise on emerging threat vectors including AI/LLM-based attacks, prompt injection defense, and data exfiltration via generative AI
Principal Security Consultant — Denver Metropolitan Area
- Promoted to Principal; led complex enterprise security engagements through Imperva's acquisition by Thales (Dec 2023)
- Consulted on WAF, API security, bot management, and DDoS protection for Fortune 500 and enterprise clients
- Developed security architecture recommendations spanning cloud-native, hybrid, and on-premises deployments
Security Consultant II → Senior Security Consultant — Denver Metropolitan Area
- Promoted twice over 3+ years; integrated and supported Akamai security products (KSD, Bot Manager) for enterprise accounts
- Led threat identification and resolution workflows, consistently exceeding success criteria and KPI targets
- Created technical documentation, policy frameworks, and consultative security procedures for client engagements
vCIO | Developer — Greater Denver Area
- Provided fractional CIO advisory services and IT strategy consulting for medium-to-large organizations
- Established end-to-end software development lifecycles (SPA frontend, backend architecture) within Agile/Kanban frameworks
- Delivered systems audits, workflow optimization, and measurable ROI for client technology investments
Client Advisor (vCIO) — Centennial, CO
- Provided CIO-level strategic perspective across multiple industries as primary liaison between IT teams and clients
- Obtained and retained high-volume, high-risk accounts; leveraged PMP, ITIL, and ISO/SOC methodologies
CIO & Founder — Denver, CO
- Founded and led an MSP delivering enterprise-grade solutions to financial, legal, energy, and medical organizations
- Built Denver's largest Big Data meetup (800+ members), partnering with Hortonworks, Cloudera, Datastax, and MapR
- Managed R&D for big data infrastructure; created remediation products for NoSQL and SQL massive data deployments
- Represented IT interests for clients managing >$2B in assets; achieved 50% operating cost reductions through decentralization
CIO
Managed deployments, design, and budgeting for workflows, clients, employees, and infrastructure.
CIO — Denver, CO
Designed, tested, and deployed large-scale multiplex camera installations. Developed regional expansion and vendor reallocation plans.
Education & Credentials
Colorado State University
1999 – 2001
Languages: English (Native) | German (Professional Working)
Certifications
DevOps Foundations
LinkedIn Learning
DevOps Foundations: Containers
LinkedIn Learning
DevOps Foundations: CI/CD
LinkedIn Learning
The Cybersecurity Threat Landscape
LinkedIn Learning
Inclusive Leadership
LinkedIn Learning