Grantham University

Trident University International

Idaho State University

Senior Software Engineer; Python programming author and mentor.

San Antonio, Texas, United States

Developing a Kubernetes-based, CI/CD pipeline framework to allow software developers the ability to create and test hardware-based code in an emulated environment before deployment.

raft

Senior Hardware Emulation Engineer

GUI team lead and senior Python software engineer for the active development on OpenCPI, an open-source framework for cross-hardware utilization with GNU Radio with GNU Radio Companion.

-  Upgraded application from Python 2 to Python 3 code base and GTK+2 to GTK+3 graphical framework in preparation for GNU Radio Conference 2020.
-  Created custom Qt-based graphical interface for new OpenCPI interface.

Previous: Lead SCADA/IoT engineer, coordinating with partner companies to conduct R&D for clients to improve cybersecurity of installed, legacy Operational Technology infrastructure. Analyze and model data and business processes, with network security as a prime consideration.
-  Wrote white papers to identify clients’ critical areas, develop requirements to address concerns, and identify potential solutions to current and future problems by utilizing current technological capabilities and resources, such as blockchains and IoT devices.
-  Experimented with various Python language resources to address building automation control, such as BACPypes SCADA library and Raspberry Pi hardware interface cards.
-  Revising a Python-based, virtual liquid storage and transfer system to utilize new Python features and better meet client needs for industrial simulation scenarios.

CNF Technologies

Senior Software Engineer

Tech reviewer of the following books:
- Expert Python Programming, Third Edition
- Mastering Object-Oriented Python, Second Edition

Packt

Technical Reviewer

Content creator and instructor for following programs:
- Black Hat Python course
- Python Security MicroDegree

EC-Council

Certified Instructor

Well-versed in a number of IT fields, with particular emphasis placed on programming, modeling & simulations, and ICS/SCADA/IoT integration.

Top Men Technologies, LLC

Co-founder

Author of "Learn Programming in Python with Cody Jackson"

Provides an introduction to programming in general and the Python language specifically. The second part of the book will explore topics such as application requirements, building the application, testing, and documentation. The final part will show you how to complete your applications by converting text-based simulation into an interactive, graphical user interface, using a desktop GUI framework.

Book Author

Author of "Secret Recipes of the Python Ninja"

Contents
- Working with Python Modules
- Utilizing the Python Interpreter
- Working with Decorators
- Using Python Collections
- Generators, Coroutines, and Parallel Processing
- Working with Python's Math Module
- Improving Python Performance with PyPy
- Python Enhancement Proposals
- Documenting with LyX

Founded Socius Consulting, an IT and business management consulting company in San Antonio, TX. Primary areas: information security, custom programming, training, project management, and general IT/business assistance.

- Currently providing mentoring, IT, and business support to Code-a-Mom, a YouTube channel dedicated to women in STEM.

Socius Consulting

Owner

Responsible for designing, developing, operating, and maintaining software and IT systems in support of Operational Technology (ICS/SCADA/IoT) modeling. Integrated low-cost single-board computers, IoT devices, and modular brick modeling kits to create representative environments of airports, railroads, power systems, etc. Provided exposure, training, testing, and mission rehearsal environment to military cyber teams for defensive and offensive mission support. Implemented systems-engineering principles to ensure reasonable fidelity of models and simulations, emphasizing cascading effects and consequences of actions. Interfaced with customers, suppliers, application users and other technical and support personnel.

- Integrated EXata network simulations with Air Force Modeling & Simulation application suite, supporting cyber defense/offense training and military war game operational training.
-  Designed and built model of airport with 4 vital power loads that could be manipulated via actual industrial protocols.
-  Designed and developed a Python-based fuel storage and transfer simulation scenario. Added a human-machine interface created using the Kivy GUI framework.
-  Supported US Air Force and Defense Digital Service at DefCon 27 by presenting Bricks-in-the-Loop at the Aviation Village.
-  Provided Bricks-in-the-Loop demonstration to three Girl Scout troops to support Women in STEM education.
-  Demonstrated Bricks-in-the-Loop to 24th Air Force Air Combat Command and civil leaders of San Antonio.
-  Wrote white paper discussing possibilities of developing a network communications security stack comprising blockchain, encryption, two-factor authentication, and single-board computers.
-  Researched development and integration of augmented reality into existing physical models, as well as expanding models via virtual constructs and interfaces

CACI International Inc

Innovation Cell, Lead Software Engineer

Responsible for rapid prototyping and offensive/defensive software development using Python across multiple operating systems, supporting national defense operations worldwide. Utilized Agile programming methodology to meet changing customer demands, created internal and user documentation, and maintained Git software repository for future development.

Inflow NS

Software Design Engineer

One-on-one mentor for students in Python programming course, providing guidance on the Python language, Git/Github, databases, and web site development.

Provided motivation, insight, and answers as students worked on real-world databases and full-stack applications. Topics include: PostgreSQL, Flask, SQLAlchemy, Git/GitHub, Heroku, CodePen, HTML/CSS, API creation, AJAX.

Curriculum developer: Python/Django

Thinkful

Programming Mentor

Teach night and weekend classes to working adults in the fields of Computer Information Systems and Business Management for undergraduate degrees. Focus on delivering student-centered, hands-on, active instruction through quizzes, text book assignments, and research papers. Incorporate case studies, work experience, and other practical examples of real-world applications of developed skills.

Credentialed to teach:
-  Intro to Cloud Computing
-  Networking I & II
-  Windows Client Server & Active Directory
-  Software Logic & Design
-  Programming: C/C++, C#, Java. PHP
-  Web Interface Design (HTML/CSS)
-  Project Management
-  Principles of Cyber Security

ECPI University

Computer Information Systems Faculty

Led the coordination and support of all US Navy centrally-managed global computer network defense capabilities. Monitored 47 worldwide, Linux-based intrusion detection system (IDS) sensors and virtualized central manager; troubleshot unresponsive sensors, incorrect data sets, and loss of key information. Received requirements and developed applications to create new capabilities and improve existing software. Researched and provided recommendations for future improvements.

Highlights:
- Created Python program to retrieve raw sensor throughput data and calculate average daily and hourly values, as well as hourly and 10-minute actual throughput values, and present it in to a web site in both a table format and downloadable CSV files.
- Revised nightly reporting program to send out HTML-email with tables to consolidate information while highlighting missing reports and dynamically removing unnecessary data.
- Wrote Python program that reviewed DNS filter logs and sent email to sysadmins, showcasing which domains might be involved in DDOS attacks.
- Presented executive white paper identifying need to create an in-house penetration testing team to improve training ROI, assess vulnerabilities and ensure security measures were adequate, and identify potentially sensitive information on network.

US Navy

Enterprise Capabilities Manager/Software Developer

Managed computer operations per federal, Department of Defense (DoD), healthcare, and local policies. Provided input on InfoSec requirements and modified InfoSec program to meet changing requirements. Conducted user cyber security training. Identified, responded to, and reported on possible security violations. Ensured compliance with security guidelines and supervised mitigation measures when vulnerabilities were discovered. Conducted compliance audits for InfoSec inspections and verified privacy and HIPAA requirements were met.

Highlights:
- Awarded for maintaining security controls on healthcare systems (AHLTA, Essentris, and CHCS) and workstations at a military hospital with more than 450 systems and 1,000 users across seven locations.
- Recognized and awarded for performance during successful DoD Cyber Security Readiness Inspection. Maintained 87 system administrator records, tracked 275 system vulnerability alerts, and revised 23 standard operating procedures (SOP).
- Recognized and awarded for performance during Computer Network Defense Service Provider inspection; ensured compliance in 20 areas of information security, security management, and continuity of operations, resulting in the third consecutive score of 100%.
- Developed and instituted Insider Threat program, monitoring and auditing two network enclaves for both outside and inside threats and vulnerabilities.
- Trained two Insider Threat Coordinators on expected tasks to support InfoSec operations, including user account auditing, software patching spot checks, log review, and creation of required reports.
- Strengthened the organization through maintaining an IT inventory for military hospital and six branch clinics, tracking more than 3.1K items valued at over $3.7M, recycled 786 items worth $400K, and eliminated a five-year administrative backlog of 1K hard drives, saving more than $100K in disposal fees.

Information System Security Officer

Ensured proper documentation, review, and executive approval for mission-critical programs in preparation for periodic Inspector General evaluation. Trained personnel in computer-related technology in preparation for certification tests. Communicated with external subject matter experts and senior leadership while coordinating peer review schedules, tracking progress, and reporting status and findings.

Highlights:
- Advised staff on methods to improve workflow processes and help desk operations, promoting world-class customer service.
- Recognized and awarded for coordinating efforts of 16 personnel among 33 programs in preparation for 1st ever DoD operational readiness inspection, resulting in a score of 100%.

Program Manager/Technical Trainer

Ensured 24x7 availability of vital servers, software, and tactical systems across two network enclaves on-board Navy vessel; performed installations, patching, and server health checks, and led 10-member team to deliver technical support and ensure 300+ users received a reliable computing environment. Conducted company-wide InfoSec training and advised personnel on career development and personal goals.

Highlights:
- Instituted company-wide computer upgrade, maintenance, and cleaning program, bringing nearly 200 systems up to stringent security and performance standards.
- Developed and implemented SOP for custom client software installation, ensuring seamless interface with server-side components.
- Diagnosed failing hard drive and backup tape drive, and worked closely with Supply dept. to quickly obtain repair parts, returning crucial IT resources back to full operation with zero down-time.

Network Administrator

Spearheaded joint DoD team to provide flawless operation and maintenance of $3.5M technical system in Baghdad, ensuring senior decision-makers at key command post had reliable tools for 24x7 tactical and strategic analysis during military deployment of Operation Enduring Freedom. Maintained 432 computers, 27 wall displays, and numerous applications across multiple network enclaves. Prepped and supported A/V and conferencing systems for executive briefings. Tracked and resolved technical issues, documented significant shift events, and provided senior management with clear reports of system status daily.

Highlights:
- Led and trained three-person team in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving more than 600 trouble tickets.
- Partnered with Information Security office to define changes in security scanning procedures, and briefed management on benefits and impact on Joint Operations Center.
- Identified outdated or incorrect technical information, and rewrote more than 40 SOPs to bring them in line with current requirements.
- Provided accurate accounting of $15.2M in computers, network switches, KVM boxes, and associated equipment and peripherals.

Computer Support Manager

Directed team in developing custom content management system (CMS) for federal and military intelligence community and law enforcement customers. Advised senior management on CMS development issues, and took point on researching, pricing, and procuring Java training for entire shop. Promoted use of Python and Ruby for rapid application development and prototyping.

Highlights:
- Delivered CMS that increased information storage, retrieval, and intelligence production capabilities, and reduced user workload by more than 50%.
- Formalized divisional SOPs, created data process flow charts, documented program interactions, and revised weekly activity reporting format, slashing redundancy errors by a factor of 3 and enabling smoother integration of new products.
- Researched, analyzed, and created reports for senior management on improvements to intelligence information tagging options; matched appropriate keywords to data, reducing search time by 30% and increasing relevancy of returned information.

Project Manager/Software Developer

Promoted Navy messages and mission through skilled media relations management; responded to internal and external information requests, created press products for local media outlets, arranged VIP tours and community relations events, and provided editorial and technical oversight for group-wide newspaper. Created stakeholder report that showcased group’s capabilities and provided benchmark for future upgrades.

Highlights:
- Received Navy award for IT innovations that significantly enhanced public affairs office operations; improved network connectivity, upgraded computers, streamlined newspaper publication process, reduced printing and delivery time, and drove complete digitization of newspaper editing and layout processes that slashed production and delivery times.
- First military employee allowed direct access to organization’s Websites; developed entire Website from scratch for subordinate unit, and collaborated with group’s Webmaster to publish updates to organization’s Website.

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