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KALEIGHA HAYES

Baton Rouge,LA

Summary

  • Integrated CARLA, SUMO, and NS-3 into real-time V2X simulations with 250+ vehicles and pedestrians.
  • Conducted cybersecurity testing on vehicular networks, analyzing false data injection, flooding, and eavesdropping attacks.
  • Delivered national security research and reports for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
  • Winner of SeedAI Hack the Future (2023) – awarded Defcon delegation for AI security innovation.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Simulation Engineer - CMC Smart City(Int→Contract)

CMC
Princess Anne, Maryland
06.2024 - 08.2025
  • Designed and executed real-time V2X simulation frameworks by integrating CARLA, SUMO, and NS-3, modeling 250+ vehicles and pedestrians in synchronized traffic environments.
  • Installed and troubleshot NS-3 across multiple systems, resolving software conflicts and configuring simulations for real-time communication scenarios.
  • Developed multi-node vehicular network simulations in SUMO, NetAnim, and VANET to analyze packet flow, latency reduction, and interoperability across communication technologies.
  • Optimized simulation performance, reducing latency and improving synchronization between mobility and communication layers.
  • Resolved cross-platform bugs and compatibility issues to ensure stable integration of simulation tools.
  • Investigated cybersecurity vulnerabilities in V2X systems, including false vehicle injection, flooding, and eavesdropping attacks.
  • Explored 5G vs. DSRC debates, along with legal and regulatory implications of V2X adoption (privacy, data sharing, legislation).
  • Authored weekly research reports and presented technical findings to faculty and stakeholders, outlining the impact on Smart City infrastructure and intelligent transportation systems.
  • Delivered final projects validating vehicular communication frameworks for autonomous vehicles and Smart City applications.

Intern

Homeland Security Democratic Office
Washington, MD
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted in conducting research, writing reports, and preparing congressional reports
  • Utilized advanced skills in public speaking, memoir writing, and reports and research to contribute to the committee's projects
  • Developed Excel sheets to organize and analyze data
  • Applied C++ programming knowledge to support programming tasks
  • Usage of an office Network phone, answering phone calls from other committees as well as congress members.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science

Southern University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA
05-2027

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science and Criminal Justice

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne
05-2025

Skills

  • V2X Simulation (CARLA, SUMO, NS-3, NetAnim, VANET)
  • Real-Time Data Integration
  • Smart City Modeling
  • Cybersecurity Assessment
  • V2X Security & Threat Analysis
  • Network Forensics
  • Firewalls & VLAN Configuration
  • IPv4/IPv6 networking
  • Routing Protocols (RIPv2, OSPF, EIGRP)
  • Linux (Ubuntu) Systems Administration
  • C (Understanding)
  • Python (Applied)
  • Assembly Language (Foundational)
  • OSM WebWizard

Languages

Hindi

Highlights

SeedAI Hack The Future Winner

July 19,2023

I had an incredible time learning about testing and hacking AI systems during the Hack The Future event. Using my skillset in Python and knowledge with AI I was able to achieve a first place spot! Winning first place at the event was truly a remarkable achievement. Being rewarded with an all-expense-paid trip to Defcon as a delegate with SeedAI this upcoming August. With this fantastic opportunity I intend to further expand my knowledge and skills in the field of cybersecurity.

Program Success In implementation of movement in the Trial Against FBI

June 10, 2023

While interning at the Department of Homeland security I created a program that allowed the congressional member to access the notes and theories and opinions i’d make in regards to whether or not the committee wanted to move forward and motion or send a law to be passed in a hearing and because of my work it was a main asset to the hearing in regards to the Chinese spy balloons

Certifications Affiliations

  • Member of National Society of Black Engineers
  • Acceptance in the Cyber Warrior Operations Program - Network A+ Experience
  • Association for Computing Machinery
  • 117th Congress Ethics Training Certified
  • Excel Sheets
  • Over 135+ Community Service Hours Documented
  • Consecutive Recipient Deans List 2020-2023
  • Member of Women of Distinction
  • National Pan-Hellenic Council - President 23-24'
  • Member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated - Anti Grammateus Position 22-23', Parliamentarian Position 22-24', Grammateus Position 22-24'
  • 3rd year Hindi Student
  • Hawk Ambassador (School Representative)
  • Models Collective - Event Coordinator 21-24'
  • Women of Respect Tact and Honor (W.O.R.T.H)

Certification

  • Java (Certified June 2024)
  • HTML/CSS (Certified May 2024)
  • Databases (Certified May 2025)

Accomplishments

  • Hawk-Ambassador of the Year (24-25)

Affiliations

  • Member of ACM
  • Member of NSBE
  • Member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated

Timeline

Simulation Engineer - CMC Smart City(Int→Contract)

CMC
06.2024 - 08.2025

Intern

Homeland Security Democratic Office
05.2023 - 08.2023

Master of Science - Computer Science

Southern University And A&M College

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science and Criminal Justice

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore

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