Principal Cybersecurity Consultant
Founder & Technical Lead
Bachelor of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering (Honors) with a minor in Cybersecurity and Public Policy at UT Dallas. ISC² Certified in Cybersecurity. Experienced in architecting SOC and SIEM platforms, designing AI/ML systems in production environments, and embedding compliance frameworks into security architectures. Led cross-functional engineering and security teams delivering enterprise-grade security solutions.
About JJZAC
JJZAC is a specialized cybersecurity consulting firm delivering enterprise-grade security solutions to organizations worldwide. The firm provides technical expertise in security operations, cloud security architecture, and compliance frameworks, enabling organizations to build resilient and compliant security programs.
JJZAC works collaboratively with internal security teams, providing specialized consulting support for complex security initiatives including SOC deployment, SIEM implementation, IAM architecture, and regulatory compliance. The firm's approach combines deep technical expertise with strategic business alignment, ensuring security investments deliver measurable value.
Education & Credentials
University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelor of Science in Electrical & Computer Engineering (Honors)
Minor: Cybersecurity and Public PolicyISC² Certified in Cybersecurity
Professional Certification
Active CertificationCore Competencies & Experience
AI & Engineering
- Designed and deployed AI/ML systems in production environments
- Built secure data pipelines and ML monitoring frameworks
- Developed behavioral analytics and threat detection models
SOC & SIEM
- Architected SOC and SIEM platforms aligned with MITRE ATT&CK
- Built detection and response pipelines using Splunk and Suricata
- Designed incident response automation and SOAR integrations
Compliance & Governance
- Embedded GDPR, HIPAA, and DPDP compliance into security architectures
- Designed audit-ready governance frameworks
- Implemented compliance-as-code and automated policy enforcement
Leadership & Team Collaboration
- Led cross-functional engineering and security teams
- Directed multi-disciplinary research and development programs
- Mentored junior engineers and security analysts
Cloud & Infrastructure Security
- AWS cloud security architecture and IAM implementation
- Infrastructure as Code security and container orchestration
- Zero-trust architecture and network segmentation
Professional Philosophy
"Cybersecurity serves as a strategic business enabler, facilitating organizational growth through comprehensive risk management and strategic security investments. The mission is to deliver security solutions that protect critical assets while enabling innovation and operational excellence across all business functions."
Methodology
The cybersecurity practice is founded on a strategic approach that integrates business objectives, regulatory compliance, and technical excellence. This methodology encompasses:
- Risk-Based Security Architecture: Prioritizing resources on critical threats and vulnerabilities through quantitative risk assessment
- Strategic Business Alignment: Ensuring security initiatives directly support organizational objectives and growth strategies
- Continuous Security Maturation: Implementing adaptive security frameworks that evolve with emerging threats and business requirements
- Organizational Security Culture: Developing comprehensive security awareness programs across all organizational levels
- Regulatory Compliance Excellence: Establishing compliance frameworks as foundational security architecture components
Industry Recognition & Involvement
Academic Excellence
Honors degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering with specialized focus on cybersecurity applications
Public Speaker and Panelist
International speaker and panelist on AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation at industry conferences and technical forums
Professional Associations
Active member of ISC² and contributing to the cybersecurity professional community
#1 New Release Author - Digital Transformation
Recognized achievement in digital transformation content development and thought leadership
Continuous Learning
Committed to staying current with emerging threats, technologies, and industry best practices
Mission & Values
Mission
To provide specialized cybersecurity consulting that strengthens existing security teams, implement technical security infrastructure, and provide technical consulting for complex cybersecurity projects and compliance framework deployment.
Integrity
Honest assessments and transparent recommendations
Innovation
Cutting-edge solutions for evolving threats
Partnership
Collaborative approach to security challenges
Excellence
Commitment to the highest professional standards
Engagement Approach
Team Augmentation
Seamlessly integrate with your existing security teams to provide specialized technical expertise without disrupting current operations or organizational structure.
Project-Based Scope
Focused engagements for specific technical implementations including SOC deployment, compliance framework setup, incident response automation, and AI-driven security tool integration.
Flexible Availability
Available for project-based consulting engagements with flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments and other professional development opportunities.