Hi, I'm Habib

The Background

I'm graduating from Cal State San Bernardino in May 2026 with a degree in cybersecurity. But I'm not waiting until graduation to start solving real problems.

My path into tech started with security work — real security work. I've worked as a SOC analyst monitoring threats, a security officer protecting physical assets, and founded the Cybersecurity Club at CSUSB where I mentor students on everything from CompTIA certifications to breaking into the industry.

I hold CompTIA A+, Security+, and ISC2 CC certifications. I received a Black Hat scholarship for my work in the field. And I'm currently an AI research intern on the AI Horizon Project, working on cutting-edge applications of artificial intelligence.

Why AI Automation for Small Business?

I became a new father recently. That changes everything. You start thinking differently about money, time, and what really matters.

I saw friends and family running small businesses — salons, barbershops, auto detailing, restaurants — working 60-80 hour weeks. They were good at their craft but drowning in admin work: missed calls, manual appointment scheduling, chasing customers for reviews, trying to get people to come back.

Meanwhile, I was working with AI models in my research that could handle conversations, understand context, and automate repetitive tasks. The disconnect was obvious: the people who needed this technology the most had no idea it existed or how to use it.

So I started building. Not academic research projects — practical systems that solve real problems for real businesses.

How Security Background Helps

My cybersecurity training isn't just a credential — it shapes how I build everything.

Data security: Your customer data is valuable. I build systems that protect it. No leaks, no breaches, no shortcuts.

System reliability: A security mindset means thinking about failure modes. What happens if the AI breaks? If the SMS service goes down? I build redundancy and monitoring into everything.

Privacy first: I don't sell data. I don't share customer information. What happens in your business stays in your business.

What I Actually Do

I build three things:

1. Systems that capture leads you're currently losing. Voice bots that answer calls 24/7. Chatbots that respond to texts instantly. You stop missing revenue from after-hours inquiries.

2. Systems that bring customers back. Automated follow-ups that feel personal. Review requests at the perfect time. Win-back campaigns for dormant customers. You stop being a one-time business.

3. Websites that actually work. Not bloated WordPress sites that take 10 seconds to load. Fast, clean, mobile-friendly sites with booking built-in. Your business looks professional because it is.

Why This Matters

I'm not building this to get acquired by Google or raise venture capital. I'm building it because I need it to work.

I'm a new dad trying to build financial stability for my family. That means I can't sell you something that doesn't deliver ROI. I can't over-promise and under-deliver. I can't build something that breaks after three months.

My reputation in the cybersecurity community, my research work, and my future career all depend on building things that actually work. That alignment matters.

What You Should Know

I'm honest about limitations. AI isn't magic. It can't replace human judgment for complex situations. But for repetitive tasks? It's incredible.

I start small. No $10k upfront contracts. We build one piece, prove it works, then expand. You see ROI before spending serious money.

I'm local. Based in Southern California. I can meet in person, understand your business, and build something that actually fits.