About

I architect secure systems and build production-ready applications—from encrypted task managers to healthcare platforms and enterprise networks.

From implementing zero-knowledge encryption (Luvero) to designing HIPAA-compliant network infrastructure (5+ isolated zones, dual-layer VPN, self-healing automation), I solve complex security and infrastructure challenges. My work spans cryptographic systems (Argon2id, X25519, AES-256-GCM), healthcare data platforms (HIPAA-compliant ERP, EMR integrations), enterprise networking (OpenVPN, IPsec, zone-based firewalls), and financial automation—combining deep technical expertise with practical operational experience.

With a B.A. in Computer Science and certifications as a Commercial Pilot and Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII), I bring a unique perspective to systems engineering—understanding safety-critical operations, complex regulations, and the importance of reliability under pressure.

Beyond aviation, I'm driven by exploration and connection. From traveling to over 30 countries to working at a hostel in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico at 20, I've learned to navigate unfamiliar environments and connect across cultures. As a certified Rescue Diver working toward my Divemaster certification, I continue to seek out new challenges, whether exploring underwater ecosystems or navigating unfamiliar cultures — the same curiosity and attention to detail that makes me a better pilot and engineer.

Expertise

Security & Cryptography

  • Zero-knowledge encryption (E2EE, sealed-box PKI)
  • Key management (Argon2id, HKDF, X25519)
  • AES-256-GCM, XChaCha20-Poly1305
  • Certificate infrastructure & PKI

Network & Infrastructure

  • Enterprise networking (dual-WAN, failover)
  • VPN deployment (OpenVPN, IPsec/IKEv2)
  • Zone-based firewalls & network segmentation
  • Self-healing automation & monitoring

Healthcare Compliance

  • HIPAA-compliant architecture & infrastructure
  • PHI processing pipelines & data security
  • EMR integrations (NextGen, eCW)
  • BAA compliance & comprehensive audit trails

Full-Stack Development

  • React/Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS
  • Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL
  • AWS, Supabase, Vercel deployment
  • ETL pipelines & data automation

Experience

Software Engineer

Luvero

Dec 2024–present

Production-ready, zero-knowledge task management application with military-grade end-to-end encryption.

Lead Infrastructure & Data Engineer (Contract)

Legara

Aug 2024–present

Complete healthcare infrastructure: HIPAA-compliant cloud architecture (AWS, ERP, ETL pipelines) and enterprise network (dual-WAN, VPN, IPsec, 5+ isolated zones, 99.9% uptime).

Lead Data Engineer (Contract)

Financial Engineering Firm

Oct 2024–present

Multi-client ledger system with unified data pipeline and reporting tools.

Founder / Software Engineer

Postflyte

Aug 2025–present

Building aviation networking platform connecting pilots, CFIs, and flight schools.

Education

B.A. in Computer Science

University of San Diego

Aug 2024

Concentration: Data Science & Artificial Intelligence