Joshua Ize
I'm a computer science student specializing in data computing with a deep passion for cybersecurity and software development. Through my studies and hands-on experience, I've built expertise in network security, encryption, and secure coding always striving to strengthen digital defenses. I hold a CompTIA Security+ certification, solidifying my knowledge in risk management, cryptography, threat detection, and system hardening. My academic and professional journey has sharpened my ability to work with Python, Flask. Java, C++, HTML, CSS. PowerShell, and command-line tools for security-focused development. With a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and data computing, I'm eager to explore ethical hacking, cloud security, and threat intelligence. I'm always learning, building, and securing-one project at a time
Work History
IT Research Assistant
4 Months- Writing and testing secure coding practices in languages like Python, Java, or C++ to prevent common threats such as SQL injection and buffer overflows
- Assisting in writing academic papers, technical reports, and conference presentations on cybersecurity trends, attack prevention techniques, and secure system architectures
- Assisting in the design and evaluation of encryption and authentication mechanisms to enhance data security in cloud computing and network communication
- Researching and implementing security protocols for Internet of Things (IoT) devices, mitigating risks such as unauthorized access and data breaches
IT Internship
11 Months- Provided technical support, resolving IT issues to maximize productivity for team members
- Enhanced system security with implementation of updated firewalls and encryption methods
- Organized and maintained IT inventory, ensuring all hardware and software assets were accurately accounted for and in optimal condition
- Assisted in network infrastructure upgrades and expansions, supporting growing business requirements and improving system performance
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science-Data Computing Stream
Skills
Software
- Python
- Java
- Javascript
- C++
- Verilog
- HTML
- CSS
- Flask
- Vulnerability Scanning
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CompTIA Security+, Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), SY0-701