I must admit that prior to beginning my time at ODU, cybersecurity was not on my RADAR as a possible career option. But entering the Computer Science field as a beginner, any field relating to the subject does start to pique my interest the more I dive in. During my time in the United States Navy Cyber Security was and is a constant responsibility of every service member, DOD contractor and federal government employee. Most of my limited experience with cyber security is centered around being aware of possible ways a foreign advisory can attempt to gain access to information with the intent to harm or exploit the United States national security efforts.

An element of this topic that has become to interest me is the concept of red and blue teams. Creating security measures both physically and digitally. Two teams working opposite each other to accomplish an overall goal of a stronger security system. This is very similar to the training I participated in during my entire Naval career.

I look forward to this Fall semester in this class. I would like to learn more about this specific field and think of it as a possible career option.