Zachary Brown
Blythewood,SC
Summary
Student committed to pursuing a career in the cyber field. Currently working towards graduating with honors in the South Carolina Honors College. Gaining real work experience through multiple student jobs and professional internships in the technology field. Eager to gain more skills, network, and make an impact in the cyber world.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Savannah River Site – Cyber and IT Division
Department of Energy Scholar
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked with various departments on site to include: Information Technology Service Center Operations (Workstation Support, Trouble Ticketing, Peripheral Support), Software Engineering Principles (Software Development Lifecycle, Change Control, Quality Assurance), Enterprise Systems Management (Server Administration, Security Control Configuration) and Cyber Security Fundamentals (Risk Management, Risk Assessment Process, Forensic Analysis, Penetration Testing)
- Participated in the Google-Capture the Flag competition
- Participated in the renowned DEF CON hacking conference, which focuses on the computer security needs of the US federal government, military, and defense contractors.
- Completed a project analyzing cyber policies and government efforts and presented to Senior Leadership
- Completed the SANS SEC401 Security Essentials – Network, Endpoint and Cloud course which teaches the foundational language and inner workings of computer and information security and how to apply them effectively to specific challenges.
Honors Ambassador
University of South Carolina
08.2023 - Current
- Exemplify prestigious public speaking skills while presenting in weekly information sessions/student panels about the Honors College
- Work recruiting events on behalf of the Honors College, and answer any question a prospective student or family member asks
Page
South Carolina House of Representatives | LSA
05.2023 - Current
- Assist the Legislative Services Agency with their daily help desk tasks (greet and properly redirect calls that are made to the office, keep information organized/neatly kept, provide exemplary customer service, provide basic technical assistance when needed)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Policy And Ethics | Spanish Minor
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05-2026
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Decision Making
- Team Collaboration
- Professionalism
- Critical Thinking
- Creativity
- Positivity
Involvement
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. - Theta Nu Chapter President (04/24 - Current)
- National Pan-Hellenic Council - Programming Chair (01/24 - 12-24)
- Black Honors Caucus
- Scholar Recruitment Advisory Committee
Timeline
Savannah River Site – Cyber and IT Division
Department of Energy Scholar
06.2024 - 08.2024
Honors Ambassador
University of South Carolina
08.2023 - Current
Page
South Carolina House of Representatives | LSA
05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Cyber Policy And Ethics | Spanish Minor
University of South Carolina
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