Cybersecurity Portfolio

After several years of teaching middle school math, I made a strategic transition into cybersecurity, where I now apply my analytical mindset and problem-solving skills to protect digital environments.

Through hands-on projects in cloud security, data analysis, and threat vulnerability assessment, I’ve developed a strong foundation in identifying risks and implementing safeguards.

My unique background in education enhances my ability to communicate complex security concepts clearly—a valuable asset in collaborative cybersecurity teams.

Signage on a wall reads 'Cybercrime Analysis & Research Alliance @ NTU (CARA)' in bold, white letters against a dark, textured surface. A corridor with partial ceiling panels is visible, and there's some greenery in the background.
Signage on a wall reads 'Cybercrime Analysis & Research Alliance @ NTU (CARA)' in bold, white letters against a dark, textured surface. A corridor with partial ceiling panels is visible, and there's some greenery in the background.
A computer screen displaying a data analytics dashboard with graphs and charts. A blue line graph shows fluctuations in data over time, and a section highlights the number of page views. A pie chart is partially visible, indicating a breakdown of different data elements.
A computer screen displaying a data analytics dashboard with graphs and charts. A blue line graph shows fluctuations in data over time, and a section highlights the number of page views. A pie chart is partially visible, indicating a breakdown of different data elements.

Career Transitions

"Building Scalable Systems—My Leadership Journey Parallels IT Best Practices" I’ve designed, optimized, and led operations in high-stakes environments—much like IT infrastructure management:

Logistics & Routing: As Road Supervisor (Transit) & Yard Ops Manager, I streamlined workflows, reduced downtime, and implemented tracking systems—akin to IT network optimization

Training & Knowledge Transfer: As Academy Leader, I structured learning programs—similar to IT documentation & internal tool adoption

Customer Service Systems: As USPS Supervisor, I improved service delivery through process refinement—aligned with IT service management (ITSM)

This background proves my ability to analyze systems, lead technical teams, and implement scalable solutions—making me a strong fit for IT leadership.

Experience

Current Role

2022 - Present

Transportation Technician for Lyft, where I balance driving with studies in cybersecurity and cloud technologies.

Master of Science, Cybersecurity

University of Phoenix

A padlock sits on a laptop keyboard with glowing red, green, and blue light trails swirling around, creating a sense of security and cyber awareness.
A padlock sits on a laptop keyboard with glowing red, green, and blue light trails swirling around, creating a sense of security and cyber awareness.

Bachelor of Science, Business Management

National University

University of Nevada, Reno

(Start Date: August 4, 2025)

Master of Arts, Teaching

Education

Certificates

Career Transitions

"Building Scalable Systems—My Leadership Journey Parallels IT Best Practices" I’ve designed, optimized, and led operations in high-stakes environments—much like IT infrastructure management:

Logistics & Routing: As Road Supervisor (Transit) & Yard Ops Manager, I streamlined workflows, reduced downtime, and implemented tracking systems—akin to IT network optimization

Training & Knowledge Transfer: As Academy Leader, I structured learning programs—similar to IT documentation & internal tool adoption

Customer Service Systems: As USPS Supervisor, I improved service delivery through process refinement—aligned with IT service management (ITSM)

This background proves my ability to analyze systems, lead technical teams, and implement scalable solutions—making me a strong fit for IT leadership.

Experience

Current Role

2022 - Present

Transportation Technician for Lyft, where I balance driving with studies in cybersecurity and cloud technologies.

Master of Science, Cybersecurity

University of Phoenix

A padlock sits on a laptop keyboard with glowing red, green, and blue light trails swirling around, creating a sense of security and cyber awareness.
A padlock sits on a laptop keyboard with glowing red, green, and blue light trails swirling around, creating a sense of security and cyber awareness.

Bachelor of Science, Business Management

National University

University of Nevada, Reno

(Start Date: August 4, 2025)

Master of Arts, Teaching

Education

Certificates

Transitioning to Cybersecurity Excellence

"From Entry-Level to Leadership—Proving Consistent Growth"

My career is built on continuous progression. At every organization, I’ve taken on greater challenges and earned promotions by driving impact:

Started as a Letter Carrier → Became a Supervisor of Customer Service & Postal Operations. (United States Postal Service).

Began as a Substitute Teacher → Progressed to Classroom Teacher → Stepped up as Academy Leader. (Los Angeles & Clark County School Districts)

Began driving buses as a Coach Operator → Advanced to Road Supervisor. (Veolia Transportation)

Entered as a Transportation Associate → Promoted to Manager of Yard Operations. (Union Pacific Railroad)

This upward momentum reflects my drive, adaptability, leadership, and commitment to excellence.

A laptop with an open screen displaying dashboard analytics featuring charts, graphs, and numerical data related to sales and subscriptions. The interface is predominantly dark-themed with sections highlighting key performance metrics. The device shown is a MacBook Pro, indicated by the keyboard layout and branding.
A laptop with an open screen displaying dashboard analytics featuring charts, graphs, and numerical data related to sales and subscriptions. The interface is predominantly dark-themed with sections highlighting key performance metrics. The device shown is a MacBook Pro, indicated by the keyboard layout and branding.

Get in Touch with Me

Reach out for collaboration, capture-the-flag, or inquiries about my projects.

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A digital screen displaying analytical data with line graphs, histograms, and numerical values. The data is presented in a user-friendly interface with different shades of blue used to distinguish various elements.