Charles Zhao
@charleszhao
Aspiring cybersecurity engineer with hands-on experience in software development.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated and passionate cybersecurity engineer currently pursuing my Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering at Virginia Tech. With a solid foundation in networking and cybersecurity, I have gained valuable experience through internships at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where I contributed to enhancing development efficiency and network security.
During my time as a Cybersecurity Intern, I successfully built a dynamic web application for the Department of Homeland Security using the MEAN stack, which significantly improved data management capabilities. Additionally, I developed Python scripts that enhanced threat detection and network security monitoring, showcasing my ability to apply technical skills to real-world challenges.
My commitment to education is reflected in my role as a Teaching Assistant at Coding STEM Academy, where I empowered middle-school students to explore programming through hands-on projects. I am eager to leverage my skills and experiences in a challenging cybersecurity role that fosters growth and innovation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Cybersecurity Intern
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
May 2024 - Aug 2024 (3 months)
Improved development efficiency for lead developers by building unit and integration tests using Python (sqlite3, psycopg2, pytest), reducing debugging time and ensuring CI/CD compatibility.
Cybersecurity Intern
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
May 2023 - Aug 2023 (3 months)
Built a dynamic web application for the Department of Homeland Security using the MEAN stack (MongoDB, Express, Angular, Node), delivering a scalable and efficient solution for enhanced data management. Developed a Python script to efficiently parse reports and identify suspicious IP addresses and domains interacting with a network, improving threat detection and network security monitoring.
Teaching Assistant
Coding STEM Academy
Jun 2016 - Aug 2018 (2 years 2 months)
Facilitated learning by guiding and empowering middle-school students to create their own games using Scratch and Java programming, fostering a hands-on, interactive educational experience.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Virginia Tech
Master of Engineering, Computer Engineering
Pursuing a Master of Engineering degree with a focus on advanced topics in computer engineering. Engaged in specialized coursework and research within the field.
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering, Networking & Cybersecurity
Grade: Magna Cum Laude; IC CAE Scholar; SFS CyberCorps Scholar
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering with a major in Networking & Cybersecurity. Studied core computer engineering principles and specialized in network security and cybersecurity concepts.
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