Natasha Bertrand
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Data Scientist with 7+ years of experience in statistical programming, machine learning, systems analysis and technical writing for a wide variety of audiences. Seeking employment in a technical role in the data processing production chain.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Data Scientist and Economist
USDA Farm Service Agency
Atlanta, Geoergia
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Implemented supervised and unsupervised learning algorithms such as random forest, KNN, SVM, logistic regression in Python and R environment for predictive analytics projects.
Data Scientist
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Atlanta, GA
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Design and Manage Dataflow to prepare data structures for algorithmic analysis using machine learning and deep learning techniques
- Methods included decision tree algorithms and k means clustering to detect and highlight anomalies in financial transactions in cryptocurrency markets.
Cyber Operations Specialist (17C)
United States Army
Fort George G Meade, MD
12.2013 - 12.2022
- Used cyber security skills to defend the Army’s crucial and complex weapons systems against both foreign and domestic cyber threats
- Responded to adversary attacks, while enabling commanders to gain an advantage in cyberspace by targeting adversary activities and capabilities.
Cryptologic Cyberspace Intelligence Collections (35Q)
United States Army
Fort George G. Meade, MD
01.2014 - 12.2022
- Maintained and analyzed databases of information used to locate and identify targets
- Helped the Army gain an important advantage by using skills as a linguist to identify adversary plans within a computer, written, voice, or video communication.
Statistical Programmer
Lima, Peru
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Created advanced models for statistics using regression with probit and logit models, dummy variables, confounding variables for predictive analytics and statistical inference
- Performed supervised machine learning techniques such as Lasso stepwise regression
- Functional and object-oriented programming using R, Python, Java, C++.
Professor of English Language
Lima, Peru
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Taught advanced and technical English analytics
- Corrected and returned dissertation thesis for the Department of Engineering
- Created statistical reports for the office of chief statistician of Peru.
Education
Doctorate in Computer Science -
Colorado Technical University
07.2024
Master of Science in Economics -
Southern New Hampshire University
01.2022
Bachelor of Science in Economics -
University of Southern Maine
01.2010
Skills
- Statistical Programming: R, Python, C, Java
- Statistical Software: Minitab, SAS
- Relational Database Languages: SQL, Oracle
- Data Visualization: Tableau, Seaborn, Matplotlib
- Cloud Computing: Amazon Web Services (AWS) S3, AWS Batch, EC2
Decorations and Medals
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- Army Certificate of Achievement Award
- Army Service Ribbon
Certification
- Python – Data Analytics
- Python – Scientific Computing
- Python – Machine Learning
- Tableau Desktop I: Fundamentals
- Tableau Desktop II: Intermediate
- Tableau Desktop III: Advanced
Key Skills
R, Python, C++, Java, Minitab, SAS, SQL, Oracle, Tableau, Seaborn, Matplotlib, Amazon Web Services (AWS), S3, AWS Batch, EC2
Military Education
- Joint Cyber Analysis Course
- Joint Network Attack Course
- Joint Cyber Operations Planning Course
Personal Information
Title: Data Science & Analysis, Statistics, Economics
Timeline
Data Scientist and Economist
USDA Farm Service Agency
03.2023 - Current
Data Scientist
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
02.2022 - 03.2023
Cryptologic Cyberspace Intelligence Collections (35Q)
United States Army
01.2014 - 12.2022
Cyber Operations Specialist (17C)
United States Army
12.2013 - 12.2022
Statistical Programmer
01.2012 - 01.2014
Professor of English Language
01.2010 - 01.2014
Doctorate in Computer Science -
Colorado Technical University
Master of Science in Economics -
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science in Economics -
University of Southern Maine
- Python – Data Analytics
- Python – Scientific Computing
- Python – Machine Learning
- Tableau Desktop I: Fundamentals
- Tableau Desktop II: Intermediate
- Tableau Desktop III: Advanced
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