Experience
My professional journey
5 Roles3 Industries3+ YearsDefense · IT · Cyber
Jan 2026 – Present
Founder
Argus Defense Systems
San Jose, California
- Founded a defense technology startup developing autonomous drones for GPS- and communications-denied environments.
- Lead product vision and system architecture for vision-based autonomous ISR drone platforms.
Autonomous SystemsProduct StrategySystem ArchitectureLeadershipFundraising
IT Technician
Next Plus LLC
- Provided technical support and computer assistance across the organization.
- Managed system administration, networking infrastructure, and security operations.
Windows ServerNetworkingSystem AdministrationSecurity OperationsTicketing Systems
Jan 2023 – May 2023
Certified School Passport Administrator
Global Grid for Learning | GG4L
Remote
- Collaborated with a 10-member remote team across 3 time zones to secure student PII, improving data management practices and ensuring compliance.
- Used GG4L platform to support secure data integration, enhancing understanding and application of privacy protocols.
Data PrivacyPII SecurityUser AuthenticationComplianceRemote Collaboration
Jun 2017 – Dec 2022
Test Engineer
Testworker
Remote
- Debugged iOS applications using Xcode, identifying 15+ critical bugs including memory leaks and security flaws, with an 89% bug approval rate.
- Conducted cross-platform testing to uncover major discrepancies between web and app versions, improving functionality and consistency.
iOS TestingXcodeBug ReportingSecurity TestingCross-Platform QA
Jun 2017 – Dec 2017
Information Technology Support Assistant
Better Tomorrow Inc
- Worked independently and with cross-functional teams to conceptualize website design and optimization.
- Partnered with internal and external design/development teams to implement a scalable front-end template.
Web DesignFront-End DevelopmentWordPressHelp Desk