Systems engineer focused on privileged access, platforms, and automation.
Hi, I'm Anthony Morales — a systems engineer focused on privileged access, platforms, and automation. At First Washington Realty I've shipped tools like an Appraisal Extraction pipeline that cut hours of manual work to minutes, and SitePlans for interactive property mapping. Independently I build and operate production infrastructure: an enterprise-style PAM control plane (short-lived SSH certificates, session recording, JIT access — demo coming soon), plus Wazuh SIEM, Step-CA PKI, WireGuard admin, honeypot telemetry, and a self-hosted AI platform. Coding for me is about systems that hold up in real environments — identity, audit, and reliability included.
Programming is both my profession and my passion — I'm currently reading Learning React: Modern Patterns for Developing React Apps (O'Reilly) and drawing inspiration from the UI Breakfast podcast by Jane Portman. I also sharpen my skills with Frontend Mentor challenges and NodeSchool.io workshops, which keep me focused on building better, user-centered systems.
Outside of work, I make it a priority to stay active and creative in different ways. I enjoy spending time at the gym and going on bike rides, which help me recharge and keep a clear mind. Music is also a big part of my life — whether I'm coding, relaxing, or working out, I'm often listening to some of my favorite artists like The Marías, Eyedress, and Mac Miller.