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Founder and CEO
Ronin Security ConsultantsFounder and CEO
Apr. 2024United StatesAt RSC, we are dedicated to working with small and medium businesses to make your cybersecurity program as effective and efficient as possible. We have deep industry expertise to make certain that you receive the most relevant guidance and services to secure your data and your organization’s reputation. We provide consulting services across these major areas: information security, application security, network security, operational security, and end-user educational services.
Sr. Manager, Security Education
AmazonSr. Manager, Security Education
Mar. 2022 - Apr. 2024I lead the strategic development and implementation of comprehensive security education for a global workforce of 1.4 million across 32 countries, ensuring alignment with our organizational goals and fostering a strong security culture. I have championed internal talent development through specialized programs, enhancing career transitions and upskilling within the security domain, and have been a vocal advocate for integrating DEI principles into all educational programs.
Director Of Certification and Training
Alliances ManagementDirector Of Certification and Training
Jan. 2016 - Mar. 2022Directed the creation and delivery of global certification and accreditation programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements. My role involved synthesizing complex regulations and providing strategic leadership to support program sustainability and growth, enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of security and privacy evaluations. • Developed a mobile money lab accreditation program, increasing company assessment efficiency by 15%. • Improved security and privacy evaluation efficiency by 20% through the creation of a product certification accreditation program. • Provided expert advice and recommendations for educational programs to prestigious clientele, including GlobalPlatform and Visa. • Coordinated with top regulatory and standards organizations, such as NIST and ISO, to maintain program relevance and compliance. • Directed the creation of documentation and guidelines for technical working groups, streamlining specification development and management.
Director of Education and Training
(ISC)2Director of Education and Training
Nov. 2011 - Nov. 2015ClearwaterAligned the education program’s mission with organizational strategy, ensuring the delivery of certification exams and educational content to information security professionals. Managed comprehensive planning and budgeting, leading to significant cost savings and improved learning content quality, maintaining a competitive edge in the industry. • Guided the accreditation process for ACE accreditation for the CISSP and CCSP, enhancing the value of certification courses. • Reduced annual expenses by over $1M through the implementation of international programs aimed at increasing organizational efficiency. • Administered an annual budget exceeding $3 million, consistently delivering projects on time and under budget. • Led a global membership of over 100K, developing and coordinating educational and exam materials for the information security sector. • Improved learning content quality to gain an edge over grey market competitors.
Faculty
University of PhoenixFaculty
Jan. 2009 - Mar. 2014Online• Facilitator for various online courses. Responsible for all aspects of course creation including development of course syllabus, rubrics for grading, classroom organization and motivation, providing positive and encouraging learning environment, expanding knowledge among learners through various teaching methodologies including critical thinking, and sound organization of administrative requirements for timely substantive qualitative and quantitative feedback. • Mentor and coach students and online faculty for successful completion of coursework with excellent evaluation responses.
Technology-based Learning Manager
ISPETechnology-based Learning Manager
Oct. 2006 - Nov. 2011• Directed, led, and coordinated product and personnel for the development and deployment of member-centric instructional programs in pharmaceutical manufacturing. • Created and implemented technology based strategy plan and framework for online learning and distance education for a global pharmaceutical association reaching over 22,000 global members. • Staff Project Manager for Technology Based Learning Committee and liaise with other education committees. • Developed strategic plans (short and long term), organizational marketing and communications strategies, organizational policies and procedures, and maintained all federal and national industry requirements pertaining to mortgage banking regulations. • Business analyst lead for the overall software development lifecycle of a custom Learning Management System (LMS) solution partnered with internal IT specialists, external vendors, and other stakeholder resources. • Developed and managed third party relationships in order to create a diverse product line for pharmaceutical consumers. • Directed the repurposing of face-to-face content for use in various online formats, including Webinars, blended learning environments, and Web 2.0 applications for the synthesis and evaluation of content. • Successfully managed the facilitation of numerous blended learning environments that consisted of computer-based training and instructor-led facilitation. • Experience in working with key stakeholders, executives, management, colleagues, and SMEs to develop and drive organizational initiatives.
Sensei
Ingrams KarateSensei
Feb. 2004 - Feb. 2015Holiday, FL
Manager, Organizational Training
New Century MortgageManager, Organizational Training
Jan. 2003 - Jan. 2006Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area• Developed and designed complex job skill courses that utilized critical thinking and worked-example case studies for improved retention and transfer to the job. • Extensive experience working with subject matter experts in various fields such as regulatory, pharmaceuticals, finance, and succession planning. • Continuously applied proven educational research concepts and theoretical methodologies when designing and developing curriculum, including theories on adult education, and constructive and cognitive theory. • Developed, implemented, and evaluated numerous curriculum programs for both corporate and educational settings, including participating in working group workshops to increase the educational value of college courses offered through a leading online university. • Designed and conducted all new hire orientation and complex skills training for organizations on a national scale; both online and face-to-face. • Worked with an instructional design team to develop and integrate soft skills training for training personnel, which included both instructor led and online facilitation skills.

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