Throughout my academic journey, from Germanna Community College and continuing at Old Dominion University I’ve had the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through multiple internships that have helped shape my skills as a cybersecurity professional. These real-world roles allowed me to apply my academic knowledge in professional settings, collaborate with industry experts, and contribute to meaningful projects across different areas of cybersecurity and IT infrastructure. Each experience played a critical role in my growth and helped me better understand the challenges and responsibilities of working in the field.