My name is Tyler, a

Chicago based

Security Engineer
Programmer
Network Administrator
Gamer

Tyler

Undergraduate Student Indiana University

I am an undergraduate student pursuing my bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with a specialization in Cyber Security. I am getting minors in Web-Design, Human-Centered Computing, and Informatics. I love to have new experiences and am always willing to learn more about anything that interests me. Currently I am looking for full-time employment after graduation in May of 2023.

Hard Working

Fast Learner

Skills

Python

Experience using Python and a working understanding of implementing python scripts

Java

Fluent in Java, having used it as an Undergraduate, including Data Structures and Computer Structures

Git

Experienced with git-based development. Using both Gitlab and Github for automated deployments/Git Ops

Cloud Computing

Working knowledge with clouds, primarily AWS

Linux

Familiar with navigating and manipulating Linux OS. Capable of writing bash/shell scripts.

C++

Fluent with C/C++ programming. Used primarily in Undergraduate classes, including Networks and Operating Systems

Experiences

Army Cyber Cadet Intern

Army Software Factory - US Army

June 2022 - August 2022, Futures Command, Austin, TX

Worked with cloud based systems and AWS automation with Terraform, Ansible, Cloudformation
Shadowed Engineers specializing in DevSecOps system administration, ports, firewalls, servers, TCP/UDP, and load-balancing
Learned about the installation, configuration and maintenance of Kubernetes
Learned about Log analysis, bash scripting, and alert detection with Kibana / Prometheus
Effectively self-manage during independent projects, as well as collaborate as part of a productive team
Learned how development teams interact with security limitations and DoD security requirements

Consultation Agent

Best Buy - Geek Sqaud

May 2021 - Present, Bloomington, IN

Diagnose technology issues through various troubleshooting activities including the use of specialty software
Maintain a schedule of 20+ clients a day while balancing other tasks and goals
Provided a friendly and efficient check-in and check-out process for clients
Partnered with other team members to ensure consistent and accurate documentation of customer requests and repairs
Gain a deeper understanding of standard end-user issues and how to solve them in a quick and efficient manner

Undergraduate Researcher

Indiana University

August 2020 - May 2021, Bloomington, IN

Worked closely with Professors and graduate students, in both a virtual and in person setting, to research enhancing privacy in photo sharing applications
Worked both as a team and independently in order to meet deadlines and weekly checkpoints.
Learned about security vulnerabilities and solutions for different web and mobile application
Funded by the Office of Naval Research
Balanced a 15+ hour work week while maintaining full-time student status and a part-time job

Network Administrator

Onsite Computer

August 2018 - May 2021, Crown Point, IN

Managed 20+ companies networks simultaneously while having a flexible schedule in order to meet each clients needs
Integrated GoToAssist with clients to cut down on ticket response time by 10-15% from previous administrators
Oversaw the overhauling of systems running Windows server 2008 to transition them to Windows server 2016, while migrating all server data with 0 loss and minimal downtime for clients
Administrator for Windows server environments with a combination of 50+ servers
Managed all Cisco equipment and appliances as well as VMware cloud services
Implemented different security measures, including systems back-ups, firewall technology, IDS/IPS, and VPN’s