Sebastian Rett
Details
Cybersecurity
Purdue University
2021 : 2025
Scarsdale Senior High School
2017 : 2021
German International School New York
2016 : 2017
European School RheinMain
2012 : 2016
- Delegate the board to organize weekly meetings (tech talks, workshops), a career fair, and a computing challenge day
- Guide the club through a period of change from its roots as Association of IT Professionals (AITP)
2023 : Present
Purdue Information Technology Professionals
President
- Instruct a lab section of 18 students on Cybersecurity Fundamentals such as authentication, access control, cryptography, phishing, network security, SQL
- Grade 100+ lab reports every other week in a consistent manner
- Coordinate efforts with a team of 17 TAs to provide students with all the resources required to be successful
2023 :
Purdue University
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant - Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Assist instructor with classroom organization and take attendance to create a productive work environment
- Use proactive behavior and positive reinforcement to keep students on-task and foster learning
- Provide students with constructive feedback to help them pick a problem space and build a viable prototype
2022 :
Purdue University
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant - Design Thinking in Technology
- Organize weekly events for members to develop their technical and professional skills
- Send out weekly newsletter, run the club group chat, supervise the Discord server to keep members up to date
- Establish fluent communication between members, the club board, and the public to advance club interests
2022 : 2023
Purdue Information Technology Professionals
Communications Chair
- Interviewed application owners to update compliance documentation and configurations for all critical applications globally
- Maintained the security ticket queue and worked tickets to completion or escalation to safeguard the company’s assets
- Performed internal risk assessments and standardized the external risk assessment scoring process to reduce human error
2023 : 2023
Kautex Textron
IT Security and Risk Management Intern
Skills
Active Directory, Change Management, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Customer Service, Decision-Making, Delegation, Event Planning, Java, Leadership, Mentoring, Multitasking, Organization, Organization Skills, Patience, Problem Solving, Project Management, Python (Programming Language), Relationship Building, Risk Assessment, ServiceNow, SQL, Teaching, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Time Management, Troubleshooting, Virtualization, Windows Server 2019, Wireshark, Writing
About
Rational, Compassionate, Driven. These are the words that best describe who I am both in the professional and personal space. My approach is grounded in logical analysis and critical thinking, ensuring that every decision I make is well-informed and carefully considered. At the same time, I recognize the importance of empathy and understanding in building meaningful connections with the people around me. I approach complex situations with an open mind and an inclination towards compassion, which enables me to understand diverse perspectives and create a supportive and inclusive environment for those around me. This enables me to build lasting relationships that are built on trust, respect, and a shared commitment to achieving common goals.
In addition to my rational and compassionate approach, I am driven by a sense of purpose and a desire to make a positive impact, specifically in the field of data protection. Whether I am working on a project or mentoring others, I always strive for excellence and aim to achieve success. My determination and focus enable me to work through challenges effectively, and to inspire others to do the same.
Together, these qualities form the foundation of who I am as an individual, and I am proud to apply them to every aspect of my life. Whether I am leading a team, collaborating with others, or working by myself, I am confident that my rational, compassionate, and driven approach will allow me to achieve positive results and make a lasting impact.
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