Frank Polakovic

Cybersecurity graduate (NSA Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense) with hands-on experience in threat detection, log analysis, incident response, network defense, and cloud security through academic and independent projects. Holds CompTIA Security+, Network+, A+, and AWS Cloud Practitioner certifications. Skilled in scripting (python, PowerShell, bash) and multi-OS environments (Windows, Linux, macOS).

Android Application Security Project (Sept 2025) 

Developed secure Android app in Java with PHP backend and MySQL database to manage hospital inventory data. Implemented authentication controls, secure API calls, and encryption protocols to protect sensitive records. Tools: Java, PHP, MySQL, Android Studio. GitHub Repository 

Mobile Security Defense (Sept 2025)

 Developed defense strategies for the future of mobile security, based on Android kernel level exploits.

IPv6 Independent Project (2023-2025)

Implemented a flash networking game, utilizing IPv6 interfaces, ruffle, and WebSockets support. 

Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Capstone (2023) 

Simulated enterprise malware breach and conducted full incident response process: triage, containment, and recovery. Built business continuity and disaster recovery plan aligned with NIST SP 800-61 standards. Parsed and analyzed system logs to identify intrusion patterns and data exfiltration indicators.
Tools: Splunk (lab), Wireshark, PowerShell, Python

Risk Management Plans (2023 - 2025) 

Developed comprehensive Risk Management (Assessment, Infrastructure, and Mitigation) Plans for Healthcare and Transport industries.

• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA A+
• AWS Cloud Practitioner

• Pen Test Club
• Dean’s List
• President’s Scholarship Saint Leo University
• Delta Epsilon Sigma Honor Society
• Omega Nu Lamda Honor Society
• Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
• Coach’s Award Cross Country
• Perfect Attendance