About Cayto
With over a decade of experience as a Quality Assurance Analyst, certified DHS Trusted Tester, and nature conservation enthusiast, my career has been built on safely testing and stressing software to help engineering teams make it stronger as well as protecting what’s valuable. My expertise in root cause analysis and deep system validation transfers effectively into the cybersecurity field. My work is driven by a foundational commitment to protection—safeguarding both the precious natural and complex digital ecosystems. I apply this same proactive dedication to protection across all my work, whether that means advocating for user accessibility, preventing critical defects from reaching production, or ensuring the stability of enterprise applications. I have a proven instinct for spotting vulnerabilities that others might overlook, and I am eager to bring this investigative mindset to a security team dedicated to fortifying infrastructure and safeguarding sensitive data.
Other Background
Field Ecologist - Forest Restoration Tech - Artist - Musician
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Trusted Tester Certification is a rigorous, government-standard credential that validates an individual's ability to audit digital products for accessibility and Section 508 compliance.
Earning this certification requires over 70 hours of training and a demanding practical exam based on the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). It ensures testers master a standardized evaluation methodology that combines automated scanning with deep, manual code inspection.
Here is how this certification makes me a direct asset to your team:
Verified, Practical Expertise: This certification isn't a multiple-choice theory test; it demands applied evaluation skills. I can accurately assess digital content using the exact tools and manual processes (like screen reader and keyboard-only navigation) relied upon by the federal government.
Risk & Compliance Mitigation: Organizations are increasingly required to meet strict ADA and Section 508 standards. My expertise ensures your technology meets these legal guidelines, protecting your company from compliance liabilities and costly retroactive fixes.
Reliable, Repeatable Results: The DHS methodology eliminates the guesswork of accessibility testing. I bring a consistent testing framework to your development lifecycle, ensuring you confidently deliver inclusive products that reach a broader audience and improve the user experience for everyone.
Licence Number: TT-2411-05157 ( must email accessibility@hq.dhs.gov to verify license)
The Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate (which begins with the Foundations of Cybersecurity curriculum) is an industry-recognized credential that validates my practical ability to protect networks, systems, and data from modern cyber threats. Developed directly by Google, this rigorous eight-course program requires completing hands-on assessments using the exact tools and frameworks relied upon by modern Security Operations Centers (SOC).
Here is how this certification makes me a direct asset to your team:
Hands-On Technical Proficiency: I am trained to use the core technical tools of the trade, including Linux command-line administration, SQL for log and database analysis, and Python scripting to automate routine security tasks.
Active Threat Detection: I have practical experience configuring and monitoring industry-standard Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms—such as Splunk and Google Chronicle—and using Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) to investigate network anomalies and respond to incidents.
Risk Management & Compliance: I evaluate and mitigate organizational risk using established industry standards, including the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and the CIA triad, ensuring security operations align with recognized best practices.