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