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Nana Akua Darko

Gaithersburg,MD

Summary

Detail-oriented developer with a specialized focus on Software Quality Assurance and Secure Development. Proficient in Java, Python, and SQL, with hands-on experience building full-stack systems and conducting rigorous security audits. Adept at identifying edge cases, automating testing workflows, and applying SDLC principles to enhance system reliability. Seeking an internship to deliver high-quality, resilient software solutions through a blend of development and defensive engineering.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Software Security Coursework

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU)
Remote
10.2025 - 12.2026
  • Conducted software security risk analysis across SDLC phases including design, implementation, deployment, and operations
  • Identified vulnerabilities such as input validation flaws, weak authentication risks, insecure data transmission, and third-party dependency risks
  • Evaluated system outputs for correctness and consistency during security validation testing
  • Analyzed system behavior to identify edge cases and potential failure points
  • Applied Java for data handling and security testing support tasks
  • Applied OWASP-aligned principles to improve system resilience and reduce risk exposure

Software Development & Database Systems Project

Southern New Hampshire University
Remote
04.2026 - 05.2026
  • Architected a full-stack relational database system, integrating object-oriented programming (OOP) with SQL-based backend storage.
  • Engineered modular Java classes to model complex data structures, ensuring high system maintainability and scalability.
  • Applied advanced software engineering principles to align system architecture with upcoming client/server and testing requirements.

Software Engineering & Security Academic Project

Southern New Hampshire University - Course Work
Remote
12.2025 - 01.2026
  • Designed and implemented a software feature (Remote Temperature Control) as part of a structured software engineering course
  • Applied software development lifecycle (SDLC) principles including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and validation
  • Developed modular system architecture using object-oriented design with clearly defined components and responsibilities
  • Created system design artifacts including class diagrams, data flow descriptions, and verification & validation (V&V) test plans
  • Built a prototype Java-based system demonstrating real-time input handling, sensor simulation, and API-style communication logic
  • Conducted software security risk assessment identifying vulnerabilities such as input validation issues, authentication risks, and insecure data transmission

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH
12-2026

Skills

  • Professional Certificates : Google Data Analytics Advanced Certificate, UX Design (In Progress)
  • Programming Languages: Python, Java, C++, HTML
  • Software Testing & QA: Manual Testing, Automated Testing, Test Case Design
  • Security & Tools: OWASP Dependency-Check, Spring Security concepts, Eclipse/IDE debugging
  • Data & Analysis: Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), Data handling basics
  • Operating Systems: Windows, Linux, Android/iOS
  • Productivity Tools: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Collaboration Skills: Team collaboration, effective communication, active listening

Languages

English (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational)

Timeline

Software Development & Database Systems Project

Southern New Hampshire University
04.2026 - 05.2026

Software Engineering & Security Academic Project

Southern New Hampshire University - Course Work
12.2025 - 01.2026

Software Security Coursework

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU)
10.2025 - 12.2026

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Southern New Hampshire University
Nana Akua Darko