Rick Jiang
Lexington,SC
Summary
Currently a Senior pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Systems Security with minors in Cybersecurity Operations and Business Administration. Seeking opportunities in graduate school research or industries such as cybersecurity and IT. Proficient in cybersecurity principles, information assurance, and IT support, with hands-on experience in academic research and teaching. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, demonstrated through various research projects and internships. Adept at leading teams, mentoring peers, and presenting research findings at professional conferences. Native English speaker with limited proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) and holds certifications in Google IT Support and Cybersecurity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NSF Nano-Engineering REU Position
University Of Mississippi Ole Miss
2024.05 - 2024.08
- Highly competitive 10-week paid internship focused on learning computational research in biomedical engineering.
- Utilized 2-microsecond MD simulations to identify residues and performed multiple sequence alignment. Conducted a network analysis using the corresponding residues to determine their criticality as referenced in the literature.
ONR Research Team- Undergraduate Research
University of South Carolina
2024.01 - 2024.04
- Participated in a collaborative research team under the Office of Naval Research, focusing on BGP Hijacking
- Networking through routers that prevents attack to get information’s to different routers
USC (University of South Carolina) First Generation Counselor
University Of South Carolina Columbia
2023.07 - 2023.07
- Led and mentored incoming first-year students, acting as a trusted contact to answer inquiries on programs, activities, and social engagement with peers
- Supported the students in exploring the college campus and directing towards buildings and departments
- Utilized excellent communication skills to establish a positive impression with first-year students to create a memorable experience that helps in acclimating to college
McAlister’s Deli Shift Leader
2022.05 - 2023.10
- Responsible for providing quality customer service to assist guest with their food and beverage orders, successfully delivering orders for hundreds of customers each shift
- Provided leadership over the night shift, tasked with delivering training and guidance to junior team members to achieve performance success and sales goals
- Served as an escalated point of contact to resolve customer complaints and maintain service satisfaction
McAlister’s Deli Shift Leader
2021.05 - 2021.08
- Responsible for providing quality customer service to assist guest with their food and beverage orders, successfully delivering orders for hundreds of customers each shift
- Provided leadership over the night shift, tasked with delivering training and guidance to junior team members to achieve performance success and sales goals
- Served as an escalated point of contact to resolve customer complaints and maintain service satisfaction
Education
Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems / Minors in Business & Cyber Security Operation -
University of South Carolina – College of Engineering & Computing
Columbia, SC05.2025
Skills
- Java
- Python
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Word
- Excel
- Git
- C
- SQL
- Cybersecurity
- Data Analysis
- Customer Service
- Team Leadership
- Research
- Networking
Conferences/Poster Sessions
1.Capstone Expo
- Presented on "BGP Hijacking"
2. 2024 Mississippi IDeA/EPSCoR Conference (MIEC)
- This regional conference is designed for NSF and NIH-funded students across the state, offering them the opportunity to network and present their research. At this event, I presented my work on the "Network Analysis of GABAA Receptors: Inactivation Pathway and Their Disease Implications."
3.. Poster Session for End of Nano-Engineering REU:
- The presented the same project as the conference named "Network Analysis of GABAA Receptors: Inactivation Pathway and Their Disease Implications."
Volunteer Experience
Summer Start Mentor for 2022, Led a first-year class during the summer and followed them around the University to answer questions regarding campus, programs, and activities
Certification
- Google Professional Cybersecurity Certification, 07/2023
- Google Professional IT-Support Certificate, 02/2024
Affiliations
- Member, Association of Computing Machinery (ACM), University of South Carolina
- Member, Minorities in Computing (MIC), University of South Carolina
- Member, Engineer Without Borders, University of South Carolina
Technicalskills
- Java
- Python
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
- Git
- C++
- SQL
Timeline
NSF Nano-Engineering REU Position
University Of Mississippi Ole Miss
2024.05 - 2024.08
ONR Research Team- Undergraduate Research
University of South Carolina
2024.01 - 2024.04
USC (University of South Carolina) First Generation Counselor
University Of South Carolina Columbia
2023.07 - 2023.07
McAlister’s Deli Shift Leader
2022.05 - 2023.10
McAlister’s Deli Shift Leader
2021.05 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems / Minors in Business & Cyber Security Operation -
University of South Carolina – College of Engineering & Computing
- Google Professional Cybersecurity Certification, 07/2023
- Google Professional IT-Support Certificate, 02/2024
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