Makena Dashiell
Spokane,WA
Summary
Passionate about cybersecurity and AI, specializing in HIPAA compliance and security management for healthcare organizations. Expertise includes implementing NIST standards, HIPAA compliance, and ISO 27000 frameworks using advanced AI technologies. Actively involved in full-stack development and AI-assisted automation processes for network vulnerability assessments, with strong skills in Java, C/C++, and Python. A computer science student at Mississippi College, dedicated to enhancing technical skills and advancing in the dynamic field of cybersecurity.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Information Technology Student Worker
Mississippi College - Information Technology Department
2024.01 - Current
- Providing exemplary customer service and technical support to faculty, staff, and students
- Offering personalized, one-on-one assistance for technical issues via phone and in-person
- Diagnosing and resolving computer problems, ensuring timely and effective solutions
- Managing software installations and updates to maintain optimal system performance
- Collaborating with IT staff on various projects to enhance overall department efficiency
Cyber Security Analyst Intern
Medcurity
2023.04 - Current
- Leading full-stack development initiatives, specializing in the implementation of AI-driven automation processes for comprehensive network vulnerability assessments.
- Conducting regular audits of information systems to identify potential security risks and recommend corrective measures.
- Developing and implementing cybersecurity testing processes, such as network vulnerability testing
- Developing and testing AI-driven processes, including policy review and creation applications
Retail Team Member
Plato's Closet
2022.05 - 2023.12
- Bought and sold gently used clothing to and from customers
- Handled cash and operated cash register
- Tagged, labeled, sorted, and hung clothing
- Communicated with customers to buy, sell, and find clothing in-store
Coaching Assistant
RiverCity Swim School
2010.05 - 2022.08
- Helped develop a family-owned and operated swim school business
- Participated in its growth from 50 students to over 300 per summer
- Managed increasing responsibilities as the business grew, including coaching, scheduling, maintenance, and staffing
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05.2025
Skills
- Cybersecurity
- Security Analysis
- Java
- AI
- C/C++
- Information Security
- Python
- Software Testing
- NIST Standards
- HIPAA Compliance
- Network Security
- Full-Stack Development
- ISO 27000 Frameworks
- Machine Learning
- Natural Language Processing
Timeline
Information Technology Student Worker
Mississippi College - Information Technology Department
2024.01 - Current
Cyber Security Analyst Intern
Medcurity
2023.04 - Current
Retail Team Member
Plato's Closet
2022.05 - 2023.12
Coaching Assistant
RiverCity Swim School
2010.05 - 2022.08
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Mississippi College
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