Michael's Coaching Offerings

Advance Your Cyber Security Career

Expert coaching to elevate your skills and achieve your cyber security goals.

Starting at $1,25010h+ of coaching

Cyber Security Recruiting: Start-to-Finish

Expert help on everything from getting the interview to landing the offer.

Starting at $1,25010h+ of coaching

Land Top Cyber Security Interviews

Tailored guidance on networking, resume, cover letters, and more.

Starting at $6605h+ of coaching

Michael’s Cyber Security Qualifications

Experience level: Executive

10+ people coached for Cyber Security

Michael has helped clients get into these companies:

Welcome to my profile! With a Doctorate of Computer Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Colorado Technical University, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. As a Business Information Security Officer at Stanley Black & Decker, I lead the implementation of NIST SP 800-171, ensuring top-tier cybersecurity standards. My teaching roles at Amarillo College and American Public University have honed my ability to convey complex security concepts effectively. Over the years, I've coached 18 individuals, helping them navigate the intricate world of cybersecurity and achieve their career goals. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills or break into the field, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Feel free to reach out, and let's secure your future together!

Michael can help with:

Skill Building

LinkedIn Review

Cyber Security Strategy

Incident Response

Risk Assessment

Vulnerability Management

Promotion Strategy

Cover Letters

Network Security

Resume Review

Networking Strategy

Security Auditing

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Why do I coach?

I coach and mentor new professionals in cybersecurity because I remember what it felt like to start from the bottom—feeling overwhelmed, unsure, and constantly wondering if I was “good enough” to make it in this field. Cybersecurity can be intimidating when you’re new. There’s so much to learn, and it’s easy to feel like everyone else is miles ahead. I had mentors who gave me guidance, encouragement, and tough love when I needed it—and that made all the difference. Now, it’s my turn to pay it forward. I coach because I believe the next generation of cybersecurity professionals doesn’t just need knowledge—they need belief. They need someone to remind them that they can make it, even if they didn’t go to a top school, if they’re changing careers or starting from scratch as I did. Coaching matters because skills alone don’t get you through the tough days—support does. Having someone in your corner who’s been through it, who can help you navigate the learning curves, the setbacks, and the imposter syndrome, can be a game-changer. If I can help someone grow their confidence, land that first job, or take the next step in their career, I’ve done something beyond tech—it’s about building people, not just pipelines.

Work Experience

Business Information Security Officer

Stanley Black & Decker

October 2024 - Present

Leading SBD's NIST SP 800-171 implementation for its Government Technologies (GT) Business Unit to achieve a Cybersecurity Maturity Model, Level 2 accreditation.

Adjunct Faculty

Amarillo College

January 2023 - Present

Courses Taught: CMPT-2349, Advanced Computer Networking Technology (Server+); ITSY-2341, Security Management Practices (PenTest+) Security Awareness and Security

Faculty

American Public University

November 2023 - September 2024

Courses Taught: ISSC461, IT Security: Countermeasures; ISSC290, Securing Databases; ISSC642, Intrusion Detection and Incident Handling Security Awareness and Security

Information Systems Security Manager

Consolidated Nuclear Security,

June 2020 - March 2024

Led multiple multi-member, multi-site, and cross-functional project teams and coordinated the secure implementation of several hybrid and cloud-based enterprise products. Product Security, Corporate Security and +20 skills

Chief Warrant Officer 2

United States Army Reserve

August 2007 - July 2020

I was responsible for maintaining, processing, and troubleshooting Army computer systems and operations, including multiple virtual server environments in rugged conditions. I led and managed junior enlisted soldiers concerning information systems, communications, and networking theory and equipment training. Provided artifact information for certification authorization under NIST 800-53. Product Security, Information Assurance and +12 skills

Michael was also given offers to work at

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  Pantex

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  Sprint/Nextel

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  Coalfire

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  Comcast

Education

Colorado Technical University

Doctor of Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

2019 - 2022

A key to staying one step ahead of cybercriminals may be constant and vigilant monitoring of systems and networks. You could grow your expertise in managing enterprise systems through understanding Sarbanes-Oxley regulations, trust and privacy best practices, and enterprise tools such as CORBA and J2EE, XML, RDF, OWL, and UML with a Doctor of Computer Science degree in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from CTU. Security Management, Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) and +13 skills

American Military University

Master's Degree, Cybersecurity Studies

2014 - 2016

American Military University

Bachelor's Degree, Information Technology

2009 - 2013