As a dedicated Cybersecurity Professor at TAMU-CC, my passion lies in bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in cybersecurity. I specialize in developing hands-on learning experiences and fostering the skills essential for success in competitive cyber environments and real-world security roles.
I focus on equipping students with practical offensive and defensive security skills through immersive, hands-on labs and real-world scenarios. My work at TAMU-CC includes:
- Leading courses in Cybersecurity Defense, Ethical Hacking, Digital Forensics, and Network Monitoring.
- Designing and implementing in-class labs that directly connect theory to practical application, covering topics like:
- Penetration testing and exploit development
- Digital forensics and evidence analysis
- Network security and packet analysis
- IoT security (Arduino Opta, Raspberry Pi Pico)
- Developing curriculum that integrates competitive cyber techniques and best practices.
My commitment extends beyond the classroom to actively coaching and mentoring aspiring cybersecurity professionals for competitive events. I believe Capture The Flag (CTF) exercises are a cornerstone for developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. My involvement includes:
- Coaching and preparing teams for various CTF challenges and cyber competitions.
- Developing custom CTF challenges and training modules across diverse domains (e.g., forensics, packet analysis, web, binary exploitation).
- Mentoring students on competition strategies, teamwork, and effective vulnerability research.
- Actively promoting participation in and the value of competitive cyber within academic settings.
Let's connect to discuss cybersecurity education, competitive cyber, or collaborative projects.
Feel free to check my repositories below for:
- In-Class Lab Materials: Programs and resources developed for my TAMU-CC courses.
- Cyber Competition Training Resources: Materials and frameworks I've created or utilized.
- Personal Projects: Showcasing specific technical skills in areas like IoT, forensics, or network analysis.