CompTIA Security + is the premier global certification that establishes the essential skills required for core security functions and a career in IT security. It showcases professionals' capabilities in securing networks, applications, and devices, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and availability. CompTIA Security+ focuses on practical, hands-on skills to tackle real-world challenges. As the most widely recognized credential, it is invaluable for advancing in the dynamic field of cybersecurity. I achieved this certification during my third year of college with the support of the ERIE21 College Program.

The ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) credential demonstrates to employers that I possess the foundational knowledge, skills, and abilities required for an entry- or junior-level role in cybersecurity. It reflects my understanding of essential security principles, best practices, policies, and procedures, as well as my commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. The certification exam covers five core domains: Security Principles, Business Continuity (BC), Disaster Recovery (DR) & Incident Response Concepts, Access Control Concepts, Network Security, and Security Operations. 

CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today’s digital world. I achieved this certification in my Junior Year of High School as part of the Broome-Tioga BOCES Career & Technical Education IT Specialist Program.

CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) is an introduction to basic IT knowledge and skills that helps you determine whether you have what it takes to work in IT. I achieved this certification in my Junior Year of High School as part of the Broome-Tioga BOCES Career & Technical Education IT Specialist Program.

As part of my SOC 201: Research Methods class, I was required to write a traditional research paper, including a literature review, data collected via interviews, and analysis. I chose to conduct research on cybersecurity within a higher-education setting. I may come back to this project in the future for future development and research.

As part of my LGS 201: Introduction to Legal Studies class, I was required to write a seven page research paper on a topic of my choice. I wrote on the barriers that exist in accessing justice and the law. 

As part of my ENG 210: Major Authors: Shakespeare class, I was tasked with writing a 12-page paper about ambiguities found within Shakespeare's Richard III and Henry VIII, as well as various interpretations that could be made based on these ambiguities.

I assisted with writing a Broome County Resolution that was adopted on November 17, 2022, and signed into law by the County Executive on November 22, 2022.