I have 18 years of IT experience; 16 of those years as an information security professional. Throughout my career, I have delivered many types of security solutions for companies such as Citrix Systems, BankUnited, Office Depot, Marex.com and Tracfone. While at Citrix Systems, I was Senior Manager of Corporate IT Security responsible for developing Citrix’s’ global information security program. My technical knowledge spans Internet Security, Enterprise security architecture, design, operations, vulnerability assessment, regulatory compliance and audit.
From 2001 to 2004, I cofounded the Honeynet Research Alliance and started the South Florida Honeynet Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to Honeynet Research. You can learn more about my involvement with the Honeynet Project on my “Research” page.
I coauthored the book Know Your Enemy: Learning about Security Threats (2nd Edition), and I have an extensive track record as a public speaker on topics surrounding intelligence gathering, event analysis, incident response and security awareness. I presented security awareness discussions for The Pentagon, West Point Military Academy, South Florida ISSA Chapter, FBI/InfraGard, Blackhat Las Vegas, Symantec and McAfee.
I am the IT Security Manager for AvMed Health Plans. At AvMed, I’m accountable for leading and managing the cultural, buedgetary and technological needs for IT Security. As AvMed’s IT security leader my objective is to develop successful relationships inside and outside AvMed so we can develop and implement long term, strategic, tactical and operational vision designed to protect the confidentially, integrity and availability of Electronic Protected Health Information (EPHI) for everyone.
When I’m not working, I spend time with my family, play electric guitar, and train for triathlons and marathons. In 2007, at the age of 39, I completed Florida Ironman. I also completed 9 marathons and 3 half Ironman competitions.
