What am I doing with myself? (An update)
A little post reflecting over the big news of the book being published.
About Me
I am a cybersecurity specialist and technology ethicist dedicated to making the digital world more secure, ethical, and accessible for everyone.
Since 2022, I have used my background to help government agencies and NGOs implement security audits, engineer solutions within risk frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and further tech-literacy initiatives. My work is driven by a belief that technology should serve humanity without compromising our well-being or security. I'm currently based in Nairobi, I partner with global organizations ready to embrace responsible technology. Let's build a digital world that serves us all.
Consulting Services
I partner with organizations, non-profits, and educational institutions to develop and implement robust, ethical, and forward-thinking technology strategies.
Public Speaking & Keynotes
Engaging talks that demystify complex technology and empower audiences to build a safer, more humane digital world.
Popular Topics Include:
- "AI, Ethics, and Our Kids: Navigating the New Frontier"
- "Stopping the Brainrot: Reclaiming Digital Wellness in an Age of Distraction"
- "The Secure Mind: Cybersecurity Lessons for Neurodiverse Teams"
- "Hack Me If You Can: Lessons from Student Hackers to Overambitious Interns"
Corporate & Team Training
Hands-on, interactive workshops designed to equip your teams with the essential skills for a secure and ethical digital workplace.
Workshop Offerings:
- "Cybersecurity 101 for Non-Technical Teams"
- "Ethics in your AI: From Principles to Practice"
- "Human-Centric Security: Your People as Your Strongest Asset"
- "Digital Accessibility: Building Inclusive Tech (from EPA)"
Strategic Tech Advisory
Partnering with leadership (C-Suite, non-profits) to navigate complex challenges at the intersection of technology, security, and human values.
Focus Areas:
- "AI & Cyber Risk & Governance (NIST, ISO27001)"
- "Ethical Tech Policy & Framework Development"
- "Data Privacy & Trust Audits"
- "Incident Response & Crisis Comms Strategy"
Blog
THE BOOK IS OUT!!! BUY IT NOW!!!
Generation Cooked is now available to download to your ereader device! Get it now before the price goes up! I'm so thankful to the people who believed in this project. I thank each and every one of you for saying to keep going and making it happen.
My Criticisms with Generative AI on Children in 2025
If you know a parent or a family member That is concerned with the state of AI in this day and age, please share this article with them. I would greatly appreciate it.
Fun Book Recommendations for People Who Don't Like to Read
Having fun isn't hard, When you've got a library card.
How to Reclaim your Fried Dopamine Reserves
If it were simple, I wouldn't have written a blog post about it.
My Criticisms with Generative AI on Children in 2025
If you know a parent or a family member That is concerned with the state of AI in this day and age, please share this article with them. I would greatly appreciate it.
I GOT MY SECURITY+ CERT!!
That's it. I just got my CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) certification and I'm proud of it. That's why I'm posting it here on my site :)
I moved to Kenya!!
No big article (yet), but the long story short is I quit my job at the EPA because my wife got a job in Nairobi. I'm currently looking for a job in cybersecurity :)
My ADHD & Cybersecurity Career
Here are my thoughts and opinions on how my ADHD interacts with my profession.
How I Got Banned from Instagram (and Why I'm Glad It Happened)
I know it sounds weird... But it turns out that if you're addicted to social media, the best thing to do is not use it.
Dungeons and Dragons and Data Breaches: Using Fantasy Games for Real Training
An interview I wrote for CoSN, delving into an unorthodox strategy that school IT departments are utilizing to sharpen their network security.
Hack Me If You Can: Teaming Up with Student Hackers
This is one of the interviews I have written for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN).
Making the Case for Increased Investment in Cybersecurity
A primer for K12 School Districts just getting started with Cybersecurity.
[RESEARCH PAPER] Eavesdropping & Jamming: Security Problems For 5G Wireless Networks
A paper on security problems for 5G wireless networks.
[RESEARCH PAPER] Handling an Incident Response: Crucial Points & Phases
A paper on the crucial points and phases of handling an incident response.
[RESEARCH PAPER] Is Cyberspace at Risk of Being Militarized?
A paper on whether cyberspace is at risk of being militarized.
[RESEARCH PAPER] Common Challenges Faced Among Traditional Encryption Methods
A paper on the common challenges faced among traditional encryption methods.
First Post!
This is only the beginning. Good things to come soon.
Curriculum Vitae
Work Experience
End User Support Specialist
US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | December 2022 - June 2024
- Conducted IT audits, identified weaknesses in controls, and supervised government contractors to ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).
- Established relationships with subject matter experts and end users to understand their needs and requirements.
- Demonstrated technical capabilities and professional knowledge to manage Assistive Technology for disabled employees.
- Planned and implemented the Problem Management team which led to an increase in efficiency in ticket triaging.
- Communicated major system changes to over 17,000 federal employees, contractors, and interns successfully.
IT Support Specialist
National Association of Counties (NACo) | August 2022 - December 2022
- Resolved technical issues in a timely and efficient manner as part of the IT helpdesk.
- Created and managed Active Directory user accounts for on-prem and cloud servers in Azure.
- Utilized Microsoft Intune to deploy, install, and configure new hardware and software.
- Assisted in IT equipment inventory management.
Blaschke Fund Research Fellow
The Consortium of School Networking | May 2022 - August 2022
- Conducted a report on emerging IT staffing in school systems and presented findings to trustees and leadership.
- Specialized in reporting on cybersecurity, data privacy management, and differences between smaller and larger school districts.
- Developed blog posts highlighting select findings from the project, including interviews with CTOs, Directors of Technology, and former hackers.
Graduate Assistant (Cybersecurity)
Old Dominion University | August 2020 – May 2022
- Supported cybersecurity lab operations by configuring servers, managing IDS/IPS (Snort), and conducting vulnerability assessments.
- Delivered presentations and developed training materials on cybersecurity awareness, risk management, and data privacy.
- Authored technical documentation, lab guides, and incident response procedures to support curriculum and student learning.
Program Specialist
Department of the Navy | April 2017 - January 2021
- Developed tutorials for interns, recent hires and contractors that needed immediate training.
- Dedicated response to Administrative IT team within the Office of Civilian Human Resources (OCHR).
- Customized team pages, policy & guidance libraries, points of contact, and FAQs.
- Optimized Microsoft Sharepoint UI/UX experience for teams ranging in levels of seniority.
- Provided Metadata on HR policy and guidance to restructure backend.
Education & Certifications
Cybersecurity Analyst+ (CySA+) Certification
November 2025
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Certification
November 2024
Masters of Sciences (M.S.) in Cybersecurity
Old Dominion University | June 2022
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Marymount University | August 2015
Skills
AI Technologies
- AI Risk Management
- Generative AI (LLMs, GPT)
- Local LLM Implementation (Ollama)
- Prompt Engineering
- Microsoft Copilot
Ethical Tech Practices
- Responsible AI Principles
- Ethical Tech Frameworks
- Data Privacy & Governance
- Digital Wellness Strategy
- Inclusive System Design
Risk Management Framework
- NIST 800-53 Controls
- ITIL
- FedRAMP
- ISO 27001
Network Security
- Social Engineering
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- Incident Response (IR) Planning
Business Applications
- ServiceNow
- Sharepoint & PowerBI
- Intune
- Linux Operating Systems
Cloud Technologies
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud Services (GCS)
Spoken Languages
- English (Native)
- Spanish (Intermediate)
- Arabic (Elementary)