Professional Journey

Experience

15+ years of progressive leadership in technical program management, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation at industry-leading organizations.

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Current

Senior Technical Program Manager

2022 - PresentSeattle, WA

Leading security data platforms and enterprise-wide security initiatives with significant budget oversight and cross-functional program delivery.

Key Achievements

  • Lead security data platforms with $80M annual budget oversight, ensuring efficient resource allocation and ROI tracking
  • Drive end-to-end program delivery for enterprise security initiatives spanning multiple AWS organizations
  • Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with engineering, security, and business stakeholders
  • Develop and execute multi-year roadmaps aligning security investments with business objectives
  • Implement program governance frameworks improving delivery predictability by 40%
  • Champion data-driven decision making through comprehensive metrics and reporting systems

Charles Schwab

Managing Director, Cybersecurity Portfolio

2018 - 2022San Francisco, CA

Directed comprehensive cybersecurity portfolio encompassing threat intelligence, incident response, and security operations for one of the largest financial services firms.

Key Achievements

  • Managed portfolio of 20+ cybersecurity programs with combined budget exceeding $50M
  • Led threat intelligence and incident response initiatives protecting $7T+ in client assets
  • Established security operations center (SOC) modernization program improving detection capabilities
  • Drove regulatory compliance programs ensuring adherence to SEC, FINRA, and state requirements
  • Built and mentored team of 25+ security professionals across multiple disciplines
  • Implemented zero-trust architecture initiatives across enterprise infrastructure

Experian

Senior Director, Cybersecurity PMO

2015 - 2018Costa Mesa, CA

Directed cybersecurity PMO during a critical period of security transformation and data breach remediation, establishing enterprise-wide security frameworks.

Key Achievements

  • Led data breach remediation program ensuring comprehensive security improvements
  • Established enterprise cybersecurity PMO with standardized governance and delivery frameworks
  • Managed portfolio of security initiatives across identity protection, threat management, and compliance
  • Drove security transformation reducing incident response time by 60%
  • Implemented security metrics and reporting frameworks for executive leadership
  • Coordinated with legal, communications, and regulatory teams on incident response

Bank of America

Director, Technology Program Management

2012 - 2015Charlotte, NC

Directed technology program management for enterprise infrastructure and security initiatives supporting global banking operations.

Key Achievements

  • Managed $30M+ portfolio of technology infrastructure programs
  • Led enterprise identity and access management modernization initiative
  • Drove cloud adoption strategy and implementation programs
  • Established program management standards adopted across technology organization
  • Coordinated cross-functional delivery across 10+ technology teams

Deloitte Consulting

Senior Consultant, Technology Strategy

2009 - 2012Los Angeles, CA

Delivered technology strategy and program management consulting services to Fortune 500 clients across financial services and technology sectors.

Key Achievements

  • Led technology transformation engagements for financial services clients
  • Developed program management methodologies adopted firm-wide
  • Managed client relationships and delivery teams of 15+ consultants
  • Drove business development resulting in $5M+ in new engagements
  • Specialized in security and risk management advisory services

Education

MBA, Technology Management

University of California, Irvine

Concentration in Information Technology and Strategy

BS, Computer Science

University of California, Los Angeles

Minor in Business Economics