Last summer, I worked as a Cybersecurity Intern at Expression Networks LLC working on a project for a company called AllTru. This organization wants to create a platform for military veterans to connect and organize large-scale events and gatherings.
by Sean Sopko
My job as the cybersecurity intern was to ensure that all the communications developed on the application are secure. All personal information such as name, address, location, base of operations, and rank, will be inaccessible by any random user surfing the web.
Some programs that I learned about include Lucid Chart, Gitlab, OpenVPN, AWS cloud infrastructure, AWS Cognito, Docker, STIG check viewer, PostgreSQL, and Ubuntu Linux.
I have learned useful knowledge and abilities in a variety of fields much more successfully through hands-on experiences than through standard classroom instruction alone. I have developed my ability to construct thorough network diagrams through engaging projects, ensuring seamless interactions between devices and processes when developing apps.
The experience I gained over this internship has helped me see the real-world applications of the theories and figures I learn in the classroom. Also, actively working on instances, troubleshooting, and learning secure coding techniques have increased my level of knowledge and communication.
My supervisor, mentor, and various other individuals at the company were more than eager to help guide me in the right direction. My exposure to the real world has given me essential insight into security standards, vulnerability management, and the agile development process. This hands-on approach has given me a peek into what one path of my career could look like, and it was a great experience overall.
