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I am a proactive cybersecurity professional dedicated to strengthening digital infrastructure through rigorous vulnerability assessment and detailed security documentation. I hold a Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity (Clark College, Honors) and certifications including Security+, PenTest+, and ISC2 CC.
My approach is rooted in the belief that the best defense comes from understanding the offense. As an Independent Security Researcher, I actively identify and report vulnerabilities to federal agencies like NASA and the SSA, focusing not just on exploitation, but on providing actionable remediation steps and professional reporting. I leverage this offensive knowledge to better understand NIST compliance, infrastructure hardening, and risk management.
Currently, I work as a cybersecurity tutor, helping students master networking concepts and troubleshooting. In my spare time, I maintain a Proxmox homelab to simulate enterprise networks, test security controls, and analyze malware behavior in a safe environment.
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