Chad Netwig
Software Engineer | IT Consultant | Systems Architect | Educator
& Musician
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About me
Hi, I’m Chad Netwig — a seasoned Software Engineer, IT Consultant, and Systems Architect with over 20 years of experience designing and deploying scalable, secure technology solutions. I hold a Master of Computer Science degree from Arizona State University’s Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering and have a proven track record across full-stack development, cybersecurity, systems infrastructure, and cloud-based architectures.
I’ve founded and led IT businesses, engineered firewalls from the kernel level up, deployed enterprise network infrastructures, and recently focused on integrating AI into both technical systems and creative applications like music composition.
My approach blends hands-on technical expertise with strategic thinking and a deep passion for innovation, mentoring, and lifelong learning. I thrive on solving complex problems and transforming business needs into effective, elegant software solutions.
Let’s connect if you’re interested in collaboration, consulting, or building something great together.
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My
Experience
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2024 – Present
Teach For America – Ignite Fellowship
Remote – Texas Schools
Math Tutor (Grades 6–8)
Virtual math tutor for underserved students, collaborating with teachers to enhance learning outcomes in small group sessions. -
2002 – 2016
BEST-TEKS LLC
Founder / Software Engineer / Consultant
Moreno Valley, CA
Founded a successful IT services firm, delivering software, infrastructure, and repair solutions to businesses and consumers. -
1999 – 2002
Starcrest Products of California
Systems Administrator
Perris, CA
Managed Unix-based infrastructure and engineered secure, script-driven firewall and network solutions for a national retailer. -
1991 – 1999
Colour Concepts Inc
Prepress Supervisor
Riverside, CA
Led prepress operations for high-fidelity visual content, including theatrical posters and commercial print media.
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My
Projects
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Contact Me
chadnetwig@gmail.com
Social Network
Predictive Analytics on Distributed Systems
Developed scalable predictive models by integrating Apache Spark and PostgreSQL to analyze large structured datasets. Implemented parallel query execution, indexing strategies, and ETL pipelines to process millions of records efficiently across distributed systems.
Key Topics: Distributed query processing, NoSQL integration (MongoDB, Neo4j), MapReduce workflows, and cloud data management in AWS.
Technologies: Python, Apache Spark, Hadoop, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, AWS — CSE 511
Major Course Projects
- NoSQL Programming and Report
- Hot Spot Analysis and Report
Applied Cryptography Module
Developed a modular cryptographic toolkit implementing AES encryption, RSA key generation, Diffie-Hellman key exchange, and secure hash functions. The project demonstrated practical applications of encryption, authentication protocols, and secure messaging.
Tech: C#, .NET Core, Linux — CSE 539
Major Course Projects
- Steganography and Cryptanalysis Project
- Hash Functions and Password Security Project
- Diffie-Hellman and Encryption Protocols Project
- RSA Implementation and Analysis Project
Network Analyzer
Designed a custom packet inspection tool to detect anomalous traffic patterns on enterprise networks.
Tech: Python, Scapy, tcpdump — CSE 543
Major Course Projects & Assignments
- Caesar Cipher Implementation
- Esper Cipher Implementation
- UDP Spoofing Attack Simulation
- TCP Spoofing Attack Simulation
- Pwn Them All Exploit Development
- Finding Crashes Vulnerability Discovery
- Fuzz Them All Project
Advanced Network Analyzer
Developed a custom network analysis tool to detect and classify suspicious traffic patterns in real-time. Combined Python-based packet inspection, anomaly scoring, and rule-based detection to identify unauthorized access attempts, SDN-based attacks, and policy violations in virtualized environments.
Key Topics: SDN/NFV security, intrusion detection, ML-based anomaly detection, secure protocol analysis, and attack graph modeling.
Technologies: Python, Scapy, tcpdump, VirtualBox, Apache Web Server, Linux
Major Course Projects
- Packet Filter Firewall (iptables) Project
- SDN-Based Stateless Firewall Project
- SDN-Based DoS Attacks and Mitigation Project
- Machine Learning-Based Anomaly Detection Solutions Project
Blockchain Engineering Projects
Designed and deployed blockchain-based solutions leveraging Ethereum and Hyperledger Fabric frameworks. Developed ERC-721 compliant smart contracts for tokenization and engineered a private blockchain network with custom chaincode for secure decentralized applications.
Key Topics: Blockchain architecture, smart contracts, consensus protocols, decentralized governance, and cryptographic security.
Technologies: Solidity, Golang, Hyperledger Fabric, Docker, Linux — CSE 598
Major Course Projects
- ERC-721 Token Standard Smart Contract on Ethereum
- Hyperledger Fabric Private Blockchain and Chaincodes
Semantic Reasoner and Knowledge Representation
Developed an ontology-driven reasoning engine to infer new knowledge from existing facts using OWL, RDF, and Answer Set Programming. Applied classical and first-order logic to encode domain knowledge, build knowledge graphs, and support intelligent query answering.
Key Topics: Logic programming, ontology modeling, semantic web technologies, and reasoning under uncertainty.
Technologies: Clingo, Protégé, Python — CSE 579
Major Course Projects & Assignments
- Simple Answer Set Programming Assignment
- More Challenging Answer Set Programming Assignment
- Building an OWL Ontology Assignment
- Solution to Introductory Clingo Program (Milestone 1)
- Solutions to Basic Clingo Problems (Milestone 2)
- Individual Progress Report (Milestone 3)
- Individual Project Report (Milestone 4)
Bio-Inspired Computing Algorithms
Developed bio-inspired algorithms modeled on evolutionary processes, immune system mechanisms, and collective intelligence in social insects. Implemented genetic algorithms, negative selection methods, and ant colony optimization to solve complex computational problems in optimization, anomaly detection, and network routing.
Key Topics: Evolutionary computation, immunology-inspired algorithms, swarm intelligence, and bio-inspired AI applications.
Technologies: Python, Java, NumPy, Pandas, MESA, Brewer2mpl, ggplot, Patsy — CSE 598
Major Course Projects
- Introduction to Graph Coloring
- Extensions to Balanced Colorings and Neutral Landscapes
- Introduction to Negative Selection
- Anomaly Detection with Negative Selection
- Modeling Collective Behavior in Ants
- Ant Colony Optimization for Network Route Repair
Distributed Systems and Multiprocessor OS
Developed distributed system components demonstrating interprocess communication, coordination protocols, and consistency models. Implemented gRPC services, logical clock algorithms, and client-centric consistency mechanisms to illustrate the principles of scalable, fault-tolerant distributed architectures.
Key Topics: Distributed system architecture, interprocess communication, consistency and replication, logical clocks, and gRPC service development.
Technologies: Python, Java, C#, C++, gRPC, Linux — CSE 531
Major Course Projects
- gRPC Project
- Logical Clock Project
- Client-Centric Consistency Project
Data Visualization and Exploratory Analysis
Developed interactive data visualizations and analysis tools for complex datasets. Created time series plots, spatial analyses, hierarchical clustering, and statistical graphics to explore patterns and communicate insights effectively.
Key Topics: Data transformations, statistical graphics, time series analysis, geographical visualization, and design principles for effective communication.
Technologies: Python, Jupyter Notebooks, Tableau — CSE 578
Major Course Assignments & Projects
- Dino Fun World Assignment
- Graphing Dino Fun World Assignment
- Dino Fun World Analysis Assignment
- Dino Fun World Time Series Analysis Assignment
- Geographic Data Analysis Assignment
- Dino Fun World Hierarchical Clustering Assignment
- Course Project Progress Report
- Course Project Final Report
Software Testing Frameworks and Verification
Developed a comprehensive suite of testing assets including unit tests, integration tests, and structural-based test cases to validate software reliability and adherence to requirements. Applied static analysis techniques and designed experiments to improve code quality and coverage metrics.
Key Topics: Requirements-based testing, structure-based testing, system-level verification, static analysis, and test planning.
Technologies: Java, JUnit, Eclipse, code coverage tools, static analyzers — CSE 565
Major Course Projects
- Software Unit Testing Framework Project
- Specification-Based Testing Project
- Design of Experiments Project
- Structural-Based Testing Project
