Chicago, IL
Background
Proven security professional and consultant specializing in penetration testing, web/mobile application security, Android OS, embedded systems and IoT security. Experienced in reverse engineering, fuzz-testing, malware analysis, exploit development, cryptography and offensive tool design. I have a passion for security research, 'hardware hacking' and electrical engineering.
I have worked with clients ranging from small or medium-sized startups to 'Big Four' tech giants and Hollywood studios, providing services such as vulnerability assessments, threat modeling, architecture reviews, source code reviews, staff augmentation, tool/platform design, process automation and security training and education. I possess strong writing/communication skills and work well as part of a team. I receive a great deal of satisfaction from helping businesses protect what they value and teaching people about security.
Below you'll find some of my latest side projects. If you'd like to learn how I can make your company's information more secure, please reach out to me via email or LinkedIn.
I have worked with clients ranging from small or medium-sized startups to 'Big Four' tech giants and Hollywood studios, providing services such as vulnerability assessments, threat modeling, architecture reviews, source code reviews, staff augmentation, tool/platform design, process automation and security training and education. I possess strong writing/communication skills and work well as part of a team. I receive a great deal of satisfaction from helping businesses protect what they value and teaching people about security.
Below you'll find some of my latest side projects. If you'd like to learn how I can make your company's information more secure, please reach out to me via email or LinkedIn.
Skills
Consulting
Penetration Testing
Web/Mobile Application Security
OWASP Top 10
Hardware/Embedded Security
IoT Security
Enterprise Network Design/Security
Physical Security
Social Engineering
Infrastructure Security
Programming
Scripting
Automation
Cryptography
Vulnerability Assessment
Exploit Development
Architecture Review
Threat Modeling
Source Code Review
Datasheet Review
Training/Education
Secure Software Development
Malware Analysis
Reverse-Engineeering
Fuzz-testing
Technical Writing
Digital Forensics
PCB Design
Analog/Digital Signal Processing
Firmware Extraction/Analysis
Technologies
Linux, OS X, Windows, Android, Cisco IOS
Assembly, C/C++, Java, Ruby, PHP
Python, Bash
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL
Git, GitHub, GitLab
Eclipse, IDLE, Android Studio, Xcode
Apache, Rails, .NET, Flask, jQuery, Bootstrap
Arduino, Teensy, Raspberry Pi
EAGLE, LTspice
SDR, GQRX, GNU Radio
UART, JTAG, SPI, I2C, ICSP
Bluetooth/BLE, Zigbee, LoRa, Z-Wave, RF
VMware, Virtualbox
beSTORM, Defensics, Coverity, Protecode
GDB, ADB, OllyDBG, WinDBG, Radare2
TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, SSH, DNS, FTP
Nmap, Wireshark, Metasploit
Burp Suite, Scout Suite, Drozer, Nessus, AppSpider
IDA Pro, Ghidra, Binwalk
Cryptocurrency, Blockchain, Chainlink
Lockpicking
Certifications
| Certification | Association |
|---|---|
| CCENT | Cisco |
Education
| University | Field | Program |
|---|---|---|
 DePaul University |
Cybersecurity (Minor: Computer Science) | B.S. |
 University of Illinois |
Electrical Engineering | B.S. |
Relevant Coursework
Side Projects
Additional Information
-Worked with a partner to build a funtional Superheterodyne AM Radio Receiver from scratch; built modules for amplification, filters, modulation/demodulation, etc.
-Designed and prototyped an arduino-based autonomous vehicle which incorporated a series of photoresistors, allowing the vehicle to be steered intuitively with a flashlight
-Headed the electrical team at UIUC for Illinois Robotics in Space; taught team members PCB design software, built circuitry for lunar mining robot in NASA competition
-Over two years of hands-on experience in high-end network/telecomm security lab configuring corporate enterprise networks, using Cisco routers, switches and ASA's
-Several years of CTF practice, including topic-based wargames and vulnerable VM's (Overthewire.org, Root-me.org, Vulnhub.com, exploit-exercises.com, and more)
-Freelance experience with clients on Upwork.com, consulting and securing personal/business websites
-Highly experienced removing adware and/or malware from personal computers
-Designed and prototyped an arduino-based autonomous vehicle which incorporated a series of photoresistors, allowing the vehicle to be steered intuitively with a flashlight
-Headed the electrical team at UIUC for Illinois Robotics in Space; taught team members PCB design software, built circuitry for lunar mining robot in NASA competition
-Over two years of hands-on experience in high-end network/telecomm security lab configuring corporate enterprise networks, using Cisco routers, switches and ASA's
-Several years of CTF practice, including topic-based wargames and vulnerable VM's (Overthewire.org, Root-me.org, Vulnhub.com, exploit-exercises.com, and more)
-Freelance experience with clients on Upwork.com, consulting and securing personal/business websites
-Highly experienced removing adware and/or malware from personal computers