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Over the course of his career, Yoel Alvarez has worked in various areas in Cybersecurity and Compliance for large, medium, and small companies, leveraging frameworks including NIST, ISO, HIPPA, SOX, SOC, GDPR, and PCI DSS.

Yoel's expertise lies in his ability to effectively translate complex cybersecurity concepts into practical strategies that are aligned with the goals of the business. He is recognized for his exceptional ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, foster a security-conscious culture within organizations, and provide cybersecurity awareness to stakeholders at all levels. Yoel's professionalism, extensive experience, and commitment to excellence make him a trusted advisor in the cybersecurity space.

Jimmy Armour is a cybersecurity and compliance professional specializing in NIST, SOC 2, and CIS GRC frameworks. As a Practice Lead, he guides cross-functional teams to streamline audit processes, strengthen security posture, and meet rigorous regulatory requirements—always staying on the cutting edge of emerging cybersecurity trends.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Jimmy is deeply involved in Harrisburg Young Professionals Sports—playing kickball, dodgeball, and bowling—while also participating in the 247Kickball leagues. Some years even take him to national kickball tournaments. All of which are experiences he finds mirrors the same camaraderie and teamwork that drive his success in the workplace.

Curtis McPherson is a security engineer and writer who focuses his time on penetration testing and incident response.  Curtis graduated cum laude from Penn State University with a bachelor’s degree in Security and Risk Analysis, concentrating on cybersecurity and digital forensics. In his time at Penn State, he participated in the Technology Club, which conducted open-sourced intelligence (OSINT) investigations into missing person cases, using social media and the internet to find clues to their disappearance. Curtis is married with two cats and a bouncy bearded collie named Laddie. In his spare time, Curtis is an avid fiction writer, Civil War historian, and a tried and true lover of all things related to airplanes and aviation.

Appalachia Technologies team is comprised of a diverse mix of IT professionals, some of whom have been on the forefront of IT since the industry’s inception. Through the years, our team has developed a wide array of experience in understanding individual needs and how they relate to your business.