Data Scientist / Analyst

MaKayla Ortega

Data Scientist

****.******@*****.*** 801-***-**** West Palm Beach, FL LinkedIn GitHub TECHNICAL SKILLS

Programming Languages & Tools: Python, SQL, R, Java, C++, JavaScript Data & Analysis: Excel, Tableau, pandas, seaborn, matplotlib, scikit-learn Concepts: Data Modeling, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, KPI Tracking, Business Intelligence, Database Management Relevant Coursework: Data Structures & Algorithms, Database Management Systems, Object-Oriented Design, Artificial Intelligence, Design & Analysis Efficient Algorithms, Computation & Formal Systems EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES

BA, Computer Science University of Rochester Aug 2023 AA, Business Programming De Anza College Mar 2021 UX Design Program General Assembly San Francisco Nov 2017 COLLEGE PROJECTS

Climate Watch Project Manager, UX Design, Front-End Led a cross-functional team to build a Chrome extension for identifying climate misinformation. Collected and analyzed article data, tracked detection accuracy, and presented findings on user behavior and tool effectiveness. WORK EXPERIENCE

Extern Webacy Web3 Security Data Analytics Externship Sept 2024 - Oct 2024

§ Contributed to a cohort-wide dataset of 1,000+ smart contract vulnerabilities by collecting, analyzing, and labeling contracts independently, and peer-validating additional data points for accuracy.

§ Performed in-depth analysis and visualizations on the full dataset, using Python, Excel, and Tableau to identify vulnerability trends and correlations across all submitted data.

§ Performed frequency and correlation analysis of risk tags to uncover prevalent vulnerabilities and associations, enhancing understanding of security risks in blockchain.

§ Applied unsupervised machine learning techniques to conduct cluster analysis, revealing patterns in contract vulnerabilities for effective risk profiling.

Restaurant Manager Spread Deli & Bottles San Jose, CA Oct 2018 – Mar 2020

§ Utilized sales and inventory data to optimize ordering, reduce waste, and manage costs.

§ Designed performance-based promotional strategies that led to measurable revenue increases.

§ Created staff schedules and managed workflows based on demand forecasting. Office Manager Century Chiropractic Center San Jose, CA Jun 2018 – Oct 2018

§ Transitioned recordkeeping to a digital system, increasing data accessibility and reducing admin time.

§ Handled appointment data and patient logs in compliance with HIPAA standards. Independent Hairstylist Ulysses Salon Salt Lake City, UT Jan 2012 – Jan 2017

§ Built and operated an independent business, leveraging CRM data and inventory trends to tailor services and marketing strategies.

§ Analyzed product usage data to reduce waste and improve profit margins.

§ Monitored performance metrics to guide growth strategies and client retention efforts.

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