Cybersecurity leader.
Regulatory strategist.
I lead cyber and operational risk programs at the Federal Housing Finance Agency, overseeing governance, technology risk, and regulatory compliance for the nation's housing finance system. Two decades deep in cybersecurity, from penetration testing to policy.
Where cybersecurity meets public service
I'm a Cyber Risk Analyst and Branch Chief at the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), where I lead a team specializing in governance, technology, and operational risk management. My work spans cybersecurity, fraud, third- and fourth-party risk, payment systems, and process risk across the regulated enterprises.
Before FHFA, I served as a National Information Systems Examiner at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, conducting security assessments of collocated data centers, and as a Computer Security Incident Response Center Manager at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, where I led incident management and improved FISMA compliance.
My career started in the private sector. I founded iMova Web Studio in Cleveland, Ohio, building and scaling web infrastructure for companies with 2,000+ employees. That hands-on foundation in technology, combined with a master's in Information Assurance from Iowa State University, gives me a unique perspective that bridges technical depth with regulatory strategy.
Beyond my professional work, I'm an active member of St. Mary Orthodox Church, participating in Men's Fellowship and community outreach. I'm also a husband and father of two, based in the Washington, D.C. metro area.
Two decades across federal regulation and private enterprise
A progression from building web infrastructure to leading national-level cyber risk programs.
Lead a team specializing in governance, technology, and operational risk management. Cover key risk areas including cybersecurity, fraud, third- and fourth-party risk, payment systems, and process risk. Provide subject matter expertise on IT and cyber risk to support examination activities across the Division of Enterprise Regulation.
Supervised operational risk analysis, developing supervisory policy and guidance. Managed IT/Ops risk briefings and led examination support for enterprise risk assessments.
Served as cybersecurity subject matter expert for enterprise regulation. Conducted risk assessments, developed examination procedures, and evaluated cyber posture of regulated entities.
Conducted security assessments of collocated data centers and information systems. Evaluated compliance with federal security standards and identified risk across financial institutions.
Led management of computer security incidents and improved FISMA compliance. Coordinated response activities and developed incident reporting protocols.
Founded and led a web development studio in Cleveland, Ohio. Enhanced web structures for large companies (2,000+ employees), screened talent, trained a highly skilled team, and maintained reliable hosting infrastructure.
Industry-recognized credentials
A comprehensive portfolio spanning security management, cloud security, offensive operations, and mortgage regulation.
Core competencies and technical depth
Academic foundation
- CyberCorps Scholarship for Service (SFS)
- Information Assurance Student Group
- ISEAGE Lab Participant
- Radio DJ, 88.5 KURE
- Iowa State Crew Team
- Graduated Cum Laude
- Departmental Honors
- Delta Sigma Pi Professional Fraternity
- Management Information Systems Association
- Business President's Roundtable
Let's connect
Whether it's cybersecurity strategy, regulatory compliance, speaking engagements, or advisory work, I'm always open to meaningful conversations.