Reflecting on my internship journey, there were several factors that contributed to its success. Firstly, the unwavering support and guidance from Professor Duvall and industry expert Greg Tomchick played a pivotal role. Professor Duvall’s nurturing approach made us feel valued and motivated, while Greg Tomchick’s insights into cybersecurity and risk assessment were invaluable. Their mentorship…

During the third set of 50 hours of my cybersecurity internship, the emphasis onteamwork became clear as we engaged in a comprehensive risk assessment for Origami Software Solutions for Beth Vincent. Our team, comprising individuals with diverse skills and expertise, collaborated well with this project. Lee emerged as our leader, organizing our efforts, and ensuring…

During the second 50 hours of my CYSE 368 internship, I delved deeper into the worldof cybersecurity. This time around, we focused on how to sell cybersecurity and communicateeffectively with business owners who aren’t well-versed in cybersecurity. It was a nerve-wracking experience at first, especially approaching businesses and getting used to hearing “no.” But gradually,…

Entering college, I found myself navigating through different fields, unsure of where mypassion lay. Nursing seemed promising initially, but my time as a CNA revealed my aversion toblood. (I passed out after watching the nurse prick the patient’s finger for their blood sugar.)Transitioning to computer science, I soon realized that coding around the clock wasn’t…