Cesar Q.

Product Engineer

Alexandria, Virginia, United States17 yrs 7 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

15+ years in cybersecurity and digital forensics.
Expert in mobile device analysis and incident response.
Leadership in U.S. defense missions and cyber operations.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics expert with extensive military experience.

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Security OperationsForensic AnalysisCyber Threat Intelligence (CTI)Security ClearanceSecurity+A+ CertifiedActive DirectoryGIACComputer ForensicsMobile ForensicsCISSPCEHMCSAMicrosoft Certified ProfessionalHardware Installation

About

Cybersecurity leader and digital forensics expert with 15+ years of experience across mobile device analysis, technical exploitation, and cyber operations. As Director of Forensics, I lead curriculum development, training, and client consulting across mobile and digital forensics domains, with subject matter expertise in artifact analysis, Apple/macOS systems, and incident response support. My prior roles include senior-level technical exploitation, advanced forensic analysis in support of U.S. defense missions, and cyber leadership in both offensive and defensive operations. I continue to serve as a Cyber Officer in the Army National Guard, supporting national-level readiness and mission assurance. Passionate about enabling modern incident response, forensic readiness, and continuous learning in a rapidly evolving threat landscape. Specialties: Digital & Mobile Forensics | Technical Exploitation | Cybersecurity Leadership | Incident Response Support | macOS & iOS Forensics | Army Cyber Operations

Experience

17 yrs 7 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 7 mos

Average Tenure

10 mos

Current Experience

Saic

2 roles

Principal Digital Forensics Examiner

Promoted

Jul 2025 – Present · 10 mos · On-site

Computer Forensic Analyst

Sep 2022 – Feb 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos · Bethesda, Maryland, United States

Supported national defense and intelligence objectives.
Conducted comprehensive forensic examinations of laptops, mobile devices, and external media.
Supported triage workflows, keyword analysis, log review, and structured data parsing across various operating systems.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver court-admissible findings and timely assessments in support of operations.

Hexordia

Director of Forensics

Feb 2024 – Jul 2025 · 1 yr 5 mos

Lead the strategy, development, and delivery of digital and mobile forensics training programs for federal agencies, law enforcement, and commercial partners.
Oversee a multidisciplinary team across training, client services, and forensic engagements — ensuring alignment with evolving investigative and operational needs.
Design and maintain course content focused on artifact parsing, Apple/macOS forensics, and third-party application analysis.
Serve as Subject Matter Expert supporting client engagements, contract development, and advanced forensic investigations.
Present at industry conferences and support tool validation efforts in support of evolving investigative needs.

Army national guard

3 roles

Joint Area Office Coordinator – Selective Service State Manager

Sep 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

Coordinate training, readiness exercises, and community outreach in support of Selective Service System (SSS) operations across Virginia.
Lead stakeholder training for agency staff, board members, and DoD liaisons. Manage exercise programs that evaluate the agency’s readiness to mobilize in national emergency scenarios.
Maintain 24-hour deployment readiness to stand up Area Office operations, ensuring rapid mobilization of untrained manpower to DoD.
Support national registration compliance through state-level media and engagement campaigns.

Offensive Cyberspace Planner

Oct 2022 – Sep 2023 · 11 mos

Deployed to Germany in support of U.S. Army Europe and Africa (USAREUR-AF) and U.S. European Command (EUCOM) as an Offensive Cyberspace Operations (OCO) Planner.
Integrated cyber capabilities into joint targeting plans and mission sets, advising on access, feasibility, and strategic synchronization.
Worked across joint service components and interagency teams to align cyber effects with broader intelligence and operational objectives.
Operated in a cleared environment with responsibility for delivering timely, actionable cyber planning support to theater operations.

Company Commander – Cyber Security Company (Mobilized)

Feb 2020 – Oct 2022 · 2 yrs 8 mos

Commanded a Cyber Security Company (CSC) comprising 45+ soldiers responsible for conducting defensive cyberspace operations and supporting cyber mission readiness across both mobilized and state assignments.
Directed full-spectrum mobilization operations including pre-mobilization planning, personnel certification, technical validation, and readiness assessments leading up to deployment to Fort Meade.
While mobilized, led operations supporting national-level cyber defense efforts in a cleared environment, including threat analysis, network monitoring, and support to ongoing cyber missions.
Post-mobilization, maintained command responsibilities in Virginia, managing training, evaluations, and integration into state and joint cyber readiness exercises.
Provided mentorship and professional development to officers and NCOs while sustaining operational effectiveness throughout the mobilization life cycle.

Mantech

Sr. Technical Exploitation Officer

Jun 2018 – Sep 2022 · 4 yrs 3 mos

Conducted advanced mobile and computer forensic analysis in support of national security missions.
Led exploitation of digital devices in tactical and lab environments, including anti-forensics detection and TTP analysis.
Produced high-impact technical reports and briefings to guide mission planning and cross-agency collaboration.
Specialized in mobile application parsing, encrypted communications analysis, and adversary behavior profiling.