Cybersecurity Student at Pennstate University

Matthew Silva

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East Hanover, NJ www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-silva03 EDUCATION

The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA May 2025 Bachelor of Science, Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations SKILLS

Java Python MS SQL NetBeans

Big Data Management

Oracle VM

R studio

IntelliJ

Data Analysis/Analytics

Linux

Microsoft Excel

Wireshark

PROJECT WORK EXPERIENCE

Team Member, Penn State App Development

• Collaborated with a team to develop a coffee shop app using Java, enhancing user experience and streamlining order management

• Demonstrated strong teamwork and communication skills to ensure seamless integration of features

• Gained experience in agile project management and software development lifecycle Team Member, DoS Attack Analysis and Mitigation in OT Network

• Identified and analyzed a DoS attack at the application layer targeting the OT network, aimed at disrupting normal operations .

• Used HMI Client machine to monitor and diagnose network performance, identifying abnormal connection patterns indicating attack activity.

• Tracked the source of the attack within the isolated network and implemented mitigation strategies to neutralize the threat and restore normal system functionality.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Product Flow Specialist, Best Buy Inc October 2020 – January 2024

• Analyzed and monitored inventory levels, identified discrepancies, and recommended corrective action.

• Provided guidance, direction, and feedback to team members to improve performance.

• Attended and participated in regular meetings with staff to discuss workflow issues and identify potential improvements.

• Aided customers in navigating websites, placing orders, and resolving complaints.

• Maintained a prominent level of professionalism while interacting with customers via phone or email.

• Learned how to be punctual, reliable and how to work with a team at a young age. Computer and Keyboard Builder, Self Employed Online July 2019 – Present

• Assembled and tested custom PC components like CPU, GPU, RAM, Motherboard, Hard Drive, and Power Supply.

• Provided technical advice on the best hardware configurations for customer needs.

• Installed operating systems such as Windows 10, 11 and Linux distributions onto PCs.

• Configured network settings for LAN and WAN connections to enable remote access capabilities.

• Used soldering equipment and wiring to assemble electrical and electronic systems.

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