At my core I am a systems administrator and software engineer. Starting in the year 2000, I grew up immersed in the Seattle tech and startup scene around other professional systems administrators, software engineers, and security researchers. I share the same undying passion for better software and technology with many of my professional colleagues and friends. I have sought to establish a strong, security-minded skill set throughout my career as well as a vital appreciation for productive technology that must sometimes interface with the non-technical world.