HELLO
My name is Ciara and I'm an aspiring cybersecurity professional particularly interested in security operations and threat analysis. I'm always eager to learn, and I love exploring ways to blend my technical skills with my creativity.
As a freelance editor and videographer, I also run my own media platform and have a huge passion for filmmaking, design, and hip-hop culture.
I love to stay active, practice my ukulele, and travel as much as I can!
A FEW OF MY FAVS:
[Boston Celtics]
[Tonkotsu Ramen]
[Futurama]
PROJECTS
PHISHING AWARENESS
TRAINING
PURPOSE
The security team needed an updated and personalized phishing awareness training for its employees that would be distributed quarterly company wide.
TASKS
I researched phishing content and collaborated with coworkers to identify essential material.
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After organizing the content into modules, I designed visual mockups to assist with the layout and formatting of the training curriculum.
SKILLS & TOOLS
Abnormal
Used to see common phishing tactics that target employees
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Adobe Photoshop & Premiere
Used to create visuals and graphics
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SAMPLE
Interactive knowledge check that tests users’ ability to spot suspicious emails, reinforced with a GIF explaining why.
SAFE?
SUSPICIOUS?
PREVIEW
Multiple-choice questions encourage participation, followed by correct answers and additional insights to reinforce learning.
SECURITY AWARENESS
CAMPAIGN
PURPOSE
There was a need for engaging visuals for headquarters displays to promote employee awareness and support a strong security culture
TASKS
I created engaging security trivia by turning company-specific topics into interactive questions, then designed graphics and animations to enhance employee engagement.
SKILLS & TOOLS
Adobe Illustrator & Premiere
Used to create visuals and edit video
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SKILLS
[Click each tab to see my various skills.]
Securonix (SIEM)
1 year experience
Analyzed security logs and investigated incidents.
CrowdStrike (EDR)
1 year experience
Monitored endpoint activity and investigated detection alerts.
GRC Concepts
1 year experience
Familiar with security policies and compliance considerations during incident investigation and escalation.
Okta (IAM)
1 year experience
Reviewed authentication logs and investigated suspicious login activity.
Proofpoint (DLP & ITM)
1 year experience
Reviewed DLP alerts and investigated potential policy violations.
Email Security & Encryption
1 year experience
Familiar with email encryption concepts and secure message workflows.
EXPERIENCE
Professional
AUG, 2025 - MAY, 2026
Cybersecurity Intern
IGS Energy
Performed SOC analyst tasks of monitoring platforms while also investigating and triaging alerts.
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Analyzed potential data exfiltration events and performed initial investigations into endpoint containments.
Developed company-wide employee training for information security.
JUN, 2023 - PRESENT
Materials Services Associate
Columbus Metropolitan Library
Provided customer service and processed library materials.
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Assisted with facilitating ESL Conversation Tables.
MAR, 2022 - APR, 2023
ESL Teacher
SLP Pohang, South Korea
Facilitated lesson plans and activities for various proficiency levels.
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Monitored and evaluated student progress.
Education
MAY 2026
Columbus State Community College
Associate of Applied Science
Cybersecurity
MAY 2018
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Media Production
Certifications
COMPTIA Security +
TEFL Certification
Courses
NOVEMBER 2025