From Bedside to Federal Lab — Where Healthcare Meets Cybersecurity
About Me
I started my career as a Certified Nursing Assistant, providing direct patient care for medically complex individuals across Georgia and New York. That experience taught me what it truly means to protect people — not just physically, but in every way that matters.
That commitment led me to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and ultimately to conduct federal research at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory under the U.S. Department of Energy — where I designed and executed phishing simulations and presented findings to Department of Education professionals at a Washington D.C. federal conference.
Today I hold an active FBI Secret clearance, a CompTIA Security+ certification, and hands-on experience spanning federal threat intelligence, healthcare data operations, and security awareness research. I sit at the intersection of two worlds most people never connect — and that is exactly what makes me different.
Work Samples
A selection of work demonstrating my capabilities in cybersecurity research, security awareness training, and professional communication. All work is original and reflects real experience from federal and healthcare environments.
Original cybersecurity research conducted under the U.S. Department of Energy. Investigated AI-powered phishing detection methods and presented findings to Department of Education cybersecurity professionals at a Washington D.C. federal conference. Co-sponsored by Oak Ridge Institute, Purdue University, and Berkeley Lab.
A comprehensive training document developed from federal phishing simulation research. Covers how to identify phishing attempts, incident response steps, HIPAA implications of a breach, and includes a knowledge check quiz. Designed specifically for clinical and administrative healthcare environments.
A clean corporate pitch deck telling the story of my career journey from direct patient care through federal cybersecurity research. Includes background, key differentiators, and professional goals. Available in both PowerPoint and PDF formats.
OSINT-based threat monitoring and weekly intelligence reports produced for federal SOC teams during my Junior Analyst role at the Maritime Transportation System ISAC. Work covered cyber risks across maritime, aviation, and logistics critical infrastructure sectors. Full compliance with NDA and classified data handling requirements maintained throughout.
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I am open to full time roles, shadowing opportunities, internships, and meaningful conversations. If my background connects with what you are working on — please reach out.