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Patrick Wenkanaab

COCKEYSVILLE,MD

Summary

A highly detail-oriented and organized individual with a passion for cybersecurity and a strong technical background in data analysis and management. Possessing advanced knowledge in various software programs, including PeopleSoft, R, Python, MATLAB, SPSS, and Word & Excel, as well as experience in financial analysis and working knowledge of databases. Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy, meet deadlines, and provide analytical support to senior management. Possessing excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task, a candidate that is ideal fit for a team-oriented role in the field of cybersecurity.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Mathematics Lecturer

Morgan State University
08.2018 - Current
  • Teach Calculus, Mathematical Analysis to college students.
  • Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
  • Implement innovative resources such as videos, metaphors and real-life scenarios to illustrate course concepts and engage students.
  • Instructed students using MyMathLab online learning platform in addition to educating students in traditional, face-to-face settings.

Research Assistant

Cybersecurity Assurance & Policy Center, Morgan
02.2023 - Current

As a graduate student in the Ph.D. Secure Embedded Systems program at Morgan State University, I have been tasked with responsibility of working on 5G Firecell project in the Cyber Security & Policy Center laboratory. My role involves the following responsibilities:

  • Installing a 5G Firecell equipment in the laboratory according to established protocols and guidelines.
  • Configuring the equipment to ensure optimal performance and compatibility with other systems in the laboratory.
  • Conducting experiments on 5G Firecell to gather data and information on its performance, security, and reliability.
  • Analyzing collected data and information to identify any vulnerabilities or areas for improvement in the 5G Firecell system.
  • Communicating my findings and recommendations to faculty and other members of the Cyber Security & Policy Center team.
  • Keeping up-to-date with the latest developments in 5G technology and cybersecurity to ensure that my experiments and analysis remain relevant and cutting-edge.
  • Collaborating with other graduate students and researchers to contribute to ongoing projects and initiatives in laboratory.

University Service

Morgan State University
08.2020 - Current
  • Member of Cryptography Team of Mathematics Department: Attend meetings to propose, discuss and advance cryptography ideas - Cryptographic algorithms: Knowledge of various cryptographic algorithms such as AES, RSA, SHA, etc.
  • Served as a Judge for the 27th Annual Undergraduate & Graduate Research Symposium 2022
  • Design online courses

Business Analyst

CBRE/Medstar
09.2017 - 12.2017
  • Provided technical support for troubleshooting analytics and reporting issues.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define project objectives and criteria.
  • Generated standard and custom reports to provide insights into business performance.
  • Designed and developed data pipelines to acquire, clean and process data.
  • Identified patterns and trends in large data sets and provided actionable insights.
  • Updated and developed scripts and queries to extract and analyze data from multiple sources.
  • Developed and maintained data warehouses and data marts to support business operations.
  • Worked on a Bill Pay Transition Project. This included data mining and researching information in PeopleSoft, pulling reports (AP & GL), locating account numbers for clients, pulling invoice images out of the system and helping to fill the new database.
  • Used aggregate data from multiple sources to assist in analysis, improvement and/or
    recommendation.

Financial Mathematics Lecturer

GIMPA
06.2006 - 01.2010
  • Taught Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Mathematics, Investment Analysis, Risk Management and Insurance, Statistical Analysis, Mathematical Analysis, and Calculus.
  • Was coordinator of GIMPA’s Certificate in Administration and Management (CAM) courses.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.

Education

Ph.D. - Secure Embedded Systems

Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD
01.2024

MBA - Business Administration

Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD
05.2015

Master of Science - Mathematics

University of Kaiserslautern, Germany
Germany
10.2003

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Ghana
03.2001

Skills

  • Ability to pull and gather large data for analysis and review from data warehouse systems
  • Advanced knowledge in R, Python, MATLAB, SPSS, Power Point, Word, and Excel
  • Ability to develop and use quantitative analytical models and tools (eg, Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) and Autoregressive (AR) models)
  • PeopleSoft experience
  • Financial Analysis experience
  • Working knowledge of databases to provide data and analytical support to Senior Management
  • Ability to set project deadlines and meet them
  • Attention to details
  • Good listening skills and the ability to multi-task
  • Excellent teamwork abilities and communication skills

Timeline

Research Assistant

Cybersecurity Assurance & Policy Center, Morgan
02.2023 - Current

University Service

Morgan State University
08.2020 - Current

Mathematics Lecturer

Morgan State University
08.2018 - Current

Business Analyst

CBRE/Medstar
09.2017 - 12.2017

Financial Mathematics Lecturer

GIMPA
06.2006 - 01.2010

Ph.D. - Secure Embedded Systems

Morgan State University

MBA - Business Administration

Morgan State University

Master of Science - Mathematics

University of Kaiserslautern, Germany

Bachelor of Science - Mathematics

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
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