Marcus Woodard

Blackwood

Summary

DevSecOps CI/CD Pipeline Project

• Built a secure DevSecOps CI/CD pipeline integrating automated code scanning and dependency analysis.
• Implemented container security checks to detect vulnerabilities during the development lifecycle.
• Configured automated workflows to enforce secure deployment practices.

GreenThumb Full Stack Web Application (Java, Spring Boot, MySQL)

• Developed a full stack gardening assistant application with a Java/Spring Boot backend, MySQL database, and HTML/JavaScript web interface.
• Integrated an AI chatbot (Sprout) for plant identification and gardening task recommendations.
• Designed REST API endpoints and implemented secure database interactions for mobile and web functionality.

Custom Operating System Kernel (C / x86 Assembly, Ubuntu)

• Developed core components of a lightweight operating system kernel using C and x86 Assembly.
• Implemented process scheduling, system calls, memory management, and terminal I/O functionality.
• Tested and debugged kernel behavior in a Linux environment using QEMU virtualization.

Network Infrastructure & Cybersecurity Labs (Cisco Packet Tracer, Nmap, Wireshark)
• Built and configured simulated enterprise networks using VLAN segmentation, routing protocols, and firewall security rules in Cisco Packet Tracer.
• Conducted security analysis using tools including Nmap, Wireshark/TShark, and John the Ripper.
• Practiced vulnerability assessment, system hardening, and malware analysis in controlled lab environments.

Overview

year of professional experience

Work History

Data Analyst Intern

RRS Access to Revenue

04.2025 - 09.2025

Utilized MySQL to write, debug, and optimize queries for data extraction and reporting.
Collected and organized financial and operational data across multiple hospital databases.
Generated Google Sheets reports and pivot tables summarizing productivity, payment, and performance metrics for senior management.
Collaborated with team members to verify data accuracy and ensure consistency across datasets.
Improved the efficiency of weekly reporting workflows by automating recurring SQL tasks.

DTS Intern Device Admin Break Fix

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)

05.2024 - 08.2024

Assisted with MDE remediation projects to improve device security and compliance.
Re-imaged laptops and devices for deployment, ensuring reliability and proper configuration.
Provided technical support via ServiceNow, including Zebra printer repair and Undock maintenance.
Supported networking tasks and managed device inventory through SCCM and Citrix environments.
Delivered on site troubleshooting and technical support to hospital staff in fast paced settings.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science: Concentration Cybersecurity Defense

Rowan University

Glassboro, NJ

05-2026

Skills

Programming Languages: C, C, Python, Assembly, SQL, Java
Systems & Tools: Linux, AWS, REST APIs, CI/CD pipelines, ServiceNow, SCCM, Citrix, Cisco Packet Tracer, Google Sheets (Pivot Tables, Data Filtering, Reporting), Microsoft Office
Cybersecurity: Network scanning, vulnerability assessment, traffic analysis, system hardening, SIEM fundamentals, hands-on lab experience

Data Analytics: Data collection, cleaning, and analysis using SQL queries and spreadsheet automation
IT Support & Networking: Device re imaging, Zebra printer repair, Unidock maintenance, WOW cart support, data closet operations, cable management, inventory management
Leadership, Collaboration & Communication: Proven ability to guide teams, communicate effectively, and collaborate to achieve project goals in technical/professional environments

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