Jayden Evans

∙ 910-853-3846 ∙ jaydendevon05@gmail.com

SUMMARY: ODU student and aspiring cybersecurity professional with a strong foundation in technical troubleshooting, diagnostic analysis, and procedural documentation. I transitioned from the automotive service industry to cybersecurity, leveraging a “security first” mindset and a proven track record of maintaining high service standards and precision. Graduated from a hands-on cybersecurity bootcamp and earned the CompTIA Security+ certification.

EDUCATION

Old Dominion University (ODU) | Norfolk, VA

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology | January 2025 – Present

Cybersecurity Bootcamp | Chesapeake, VA

Professional Certificate | August 2025– January 2026 Focus: Network Security, Threat Analysis, Incident Response, and Ethical Hacking.

Advanced Technology Institute | Virginia Beach, VA

AES in Automotive Technology & Service Management | November 2023 – November 2024

• Focus: Preventive Maintenance, Complex Electrical Systems, Diagnostics, and Emissions.

Salem High School | Virginia Beach, VA

Honors Diploma | Graduated June 2023

CERTIFICATIONS

• CompTIA Security+
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Security Concepts: Threat Detection, Social Engineering Awareness, Identity & Access Management (IAM).
• Problem-Solving: Advanced diagnostic troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and systems testing.
• Communication: Technical reporting, service coordination, and customer-facing support.
• Operations: Quality assurance, preventative maintenance.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Checkered Flag Toyota | Virginia Beach, VA

Express Technician | August 2024 – April 2025

• Performed precise technical diagnostics and repairs according to assigned orders.
• Completed Multi-Point Inspections (MPI) on all assets to identify potential vulnerabilities or maintenance needs.
• Maintained detailed digital records of all work performed, ensuring data integrity and manufacturer compliance.
• Coordinated with service consultants to manage time-sensitive projects and resource allocation.

Priority Honda | Chesapeake, VA

Service Technician | March 2024 – July 2024

• Diagnosed complex mechanical and electrical faults, determining necessary tools and logical paths for repair.
• Ensured service commitments were met within strict response times, maintaining operational uptime.
• Communicated specialized technical problems to service coordinators for cross-departmental resolution.

Ft. Moore Main Exchange | Columbus, GA

Bagger/Customer Service | March 2022 – July 2022

• Provided high-level customer support and assisted with facility maintenance.

EXTRACURRICULARS

• 4-year High School Athlete: Football, Basketball, Wrestling, Jujitsu, and Track & Field.