Military Service

Blake retired from the U.S. Navy after 22 years of distinguished service. His career included roles as a helicopter pilot, safety officer, systems integration lead, and senior staff officer supporting expeditionary operations. He deployed on aircraft carriers, destroyers, and amphibious platforms, and completed a combat tour in Baghdad during the Iraq War. His leadership in high-tempo environments laid the foundation for his precision, resilience, and mission-first mindset in cybersecurity operations.

Cybersecurity Leadership

Blake is an experienced cybersecurity consultant specializing in federal compliance, risk mitigation, and operational integrity. He has assisted the Departments of Justice, Homeland Security, and State in strengthening their cyber defenses, leading efforts in risk management, assessment readiness, and alignment with NIST SP 800-53. Blake began his career at RoboTech Science as a Senior Information Assurance Manager and now serves as a Lead Assessor for Level 2 CMMC Certification efforts, while also working as a consulting subject matter expert, developing compliant cybersecurity solutions tailored to individual clients.

His approach to cybersecurity combines operational discipline with creative problem-solving, driven by a passion for clarity, integrity, and mission success.

Education

• BS, Computer Science and Engineering – University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
• MS, Space Systems Engineering – Naval Postgraduate School

Personal Life

Originally from Northern California, Blake enjoys playing music and spending time with his family.