Chay has a knack for cutting through complexity and finding elegant solutions under pressure. He is the person you call when nobody else has an answer. His technical instincts are excellent, and he is generous with his knowledge. I'd work with him again without hesitation.

Joshua Gaffney, System Administrator, Web.com

It is my expressed opinion that Chay is responsible to his obligations, respectful to others, very professional and devoted to maintaining any commitment that he has in front of him. As a Security focused professional, Chay uncovered and discovered many security threats on Web.com’s (Interland.com) corporate servers and assisted countless customers with security issues on their sites.

Chuck Murphy, Director of Support, Web.com

I've known Chay for well over three decades and have had the privilege to work with him both in the classroom and through our professional careers. During this time, one quality that has always stood out is his integrity. While Chay is a talented programmer and cybersecurity professional, his integrity always ensures that a task he has committed to will be done correctly and efficiently with no corners cut. I’d recommend Chay for any position requiring a driven technology professional with the experience and dedication to consistently meet and exceed any goal with which he is charged.

Stephen Dukes, CIO, Chronetyx Laboratories

I had the privilege of leading Chay and later partnering with him as a colleague, and in every capacity, he consistently elevated the work and the people around him. He steps forward with confidence and curiosity, bringing a thoughtful technical lens and a solutions-oriented mindset that translates vision into measurable results. Chay approaches challenges with both discipline and humility—delivering strong outcomes, then proactively refining and improving them in pursuit of excellence. His commitment to continuous growth, reflected in the degrees and certifications he has earned, is matched by his focus on scalable, resource-conscious solutions that create lasting impact. Just as important, he fosters collaboration and shared success, making him not only a high-performing cybersecurity professional but also a trusted and empowering teammate. Any organization would benefit greatly from his leadership, integrity, and drive. 

Mark Woosley, Director of Cybersecurity Engineering, Verizon

I strongly recommend Chay Butler for any job that requires quick thinking, great organizational skills, logical thinking, and a pleasant demeanor. I had the pleasure of being his boss at Zenovia Digital Exchange, Corp. Chay assisted in the software development, building of reports, and a dashboard for the company, making our jobs much easier. While at ZDX, he implemented a new revenue tracking system that resulted in a much smoother process. Chay was efficient and effective in his professional role, but also took the time to engage coworkers and clients with a genuine interest in how they were doing. I wish all our employees could be as kind and friendly as Chay.

Dwight Ringdahl - Founder, President, & CSO - Zenovia Digital Exchange

I worked with Chay as a colleague. When I moved into management, I didn't hesitate to hire Chay as my Principal Engineer. Chay consistently demonstrated exceptional skill in cybersecurity, integrating this expertise with a strong background in development, IAM technologies, and robotic process automation (RPA). His years of experience are evident in the high quality of his work. I was particularly impressed by his work on the "Enterprise Class Governance Process for Infrastructure Security Tracking", where he was essential in understanding the value of complex datasets and evaluating data sources for their pertinence to our security goals. This project alone showcases his intuitive ability to extract critical, actionable data from complex systems and leverage it to drive enterprise-level governance.

I believe Chay is one of the most promising Cybersecurity professionals I have encountered in my career. His dedication, intellect, and collaborative attitude make him an invaluable asset to any team. I am confident that he would excel in any position and bring significant value to your organization. I would choose him again given the chance.

Chris Richardson, Associate Director, Verizon