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Gabriella Abbott

Hermitage

Summary

Dynamic leader and cybersecurity enthusiast with proven expertise in team collaboration and operating system hardening. At Whataburger, empowered teams to exceed performance goals while fostering an inclusive culture. Excelled in vulnerability assessment during an internship at Academy For Advanced Studies, enhancing organizational security. Skilled in problem-solving and network security, ready to drive success and innovation.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Team Leader

Whataburger
06.2024 - Current
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.

Cybersecurity Student Intern

Academy For Advanced Studies
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Participated in cross-functional team meetings, providing input on security considerations during software development and infrastructure planning phases.
  • Supported the creation of employee training materials on cybersecurity topics, raising awareness and promoting a culture of security within the organization.
  • Evaluated emerging security technologies, recommending appropriate solutions to strengthen defenses against cyber threats.
  • Monitored user activity, identifying unusual behavior patterns indicative of potential insider threats or compromised credentials.
  • Configured firewalls and other perimeter defenses according to established guidelines while adapting rulesets for specific organizational needs.

Team Member

Chick-fil-A
06.2022 - 04.2024
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
  • Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
05-2028

High School Diploma -

Academy For Advanced Studies
McDonough, GA
05-2024

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Operating system hardening
  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Positive attitude
  • Security awareness training
  • Ethical hacking techniques
  • Cybersecurity frameworks
  • Network security
  • Security protocols

Certification

CompTIA Security+

Timeline

Team Leader

Whataburger
06.2024 - Current

Cybersecurity Student Intern

Academy For Advanced Studies
08.2023 - 05.2024

Team Member

Chick-fil-A
06.2022 - 04.2024

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity

Southern New Hampshire University

High School Diploma -

Academy For Advanced Studies
Gabriella Abbott