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Natalie Brooks

College Park,MD

Summary

Johns Hopkins University / MSE: Data Analytics & Risk Management (2023 - Current)

University of Maryland, College Park / Major: Electrical Engineering (2023)

Proficient in statistical modeling, big data analysis, data visualization, computer systems, software quality assurance testing, software development, machine learning, and test automation.

Affiliations:

Association for Women in Computing (9/20 - Current), Society of Women in Engineering (10/20 - Current),

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Data Engineer

Verizon
Ashburn, VA
07.2022 - 03.2023

Clients: Kaiser Permanente, National Grid

  • Analyzed backend IVR system data (CSS, CRIS) to identify software defects, model test outcomes, and support production readiness.
  • Designed and automated test frameworks for large-scale system validation, integrating statistical logic to optimize test coverage.
  • Led regression testing and automation for National Grid’s 2022/2023 IVR releases, ensuring robust performance across high-volume environments.
  • Authored technical reports summarizing defect patterns, system metrics, and QA outcomes for internal and client stakeholders.

Computer Engineer / Financial Analyst

U.S. Department of Defense, Navy
Washington, DC
06.2023 - 04.2025
  • Developed and maintained a Power BI dashboard integrating operational KPIs and performance metrics to support data-driven decision-making across departments.
  • Automated data pipelines using Power Automate to streamline reporting workflows and reduce manual overhead.
  • Conducted statistical analysis and trend monitoring to evaluate system efficiency and inform financial forecasting.
  • Supported cybersecurity initiatives through software and hardware vulnerability testing, ensuring compliance with national defense standards.

Data Scientist Research Assistant

Institute for Systems Research
University of Maryland, MD
10.2020 - 12.2021
  • Analyzed and tested 5G Network Slicing performances and configurations of different UE testing collected with the Open5GCore, iPerf, Amarisoft UESimbox, and Callbox technology.
  • Developed a machine learning application using various Python deep neural networks, regression, and classification machine learning libraries to predict future consumer spending habits for the Institute of Systems Research.

Skills

Python, Java, MATLAB, Power BI, Power Automate, Ruby, 3D modeling CAD software, C/C, Object Oriented Programing, Machine Learning,Linear Regression & Time Series Forecasting

Data Cleaning & Validation, Statistical Analysis & Modeling, Automated Workflow Development, Test Planning & Documentation, Technical Report Writing Public Speaking

Accomplishments

  • Johns Hopkins Summer Incubator (2025)
    Selected participant; developed CoStac, an AI-powered financial planning tool integrating emotional sentiment analysis with large language models (LLMs).
  • Johns Hopkins Fuel Accelerator (2025)
    Competed in university-backed accelerator supporting early-stage startups focused on data-driven decision systems and financial automation.
  • Johns Hopkins Spark Accelerator (2024)
    Accepted into cohort of founders refining MVPs with support in data science, machine learning, and real-time analytics.

Leadership

  • Lead Teacher / Manager for the nonprofit Outreach360. Supervised interns, organized classes, and led a GED math program for a school district in the Dominican Republic.
  • Taught children English in Nicaragua as a remote intern in addition to raising funds and creating academic plans

Timeline

Computer Engineer / Financial Analyst

U.S. Department of Defense, Navy
06.2023 - 04.2025

Data Engineer

Verizon
07.2022 - 03.2023

Data Scientist Research Assistant

Institute for Systems Research
10.2020 - 12.2021
Natalie Brooks