Aspiring IT Professional with Linux & Networking Skills

Makayla Hall

Miami/Orlando, FL **************@*****.***, ********@***.*** 305-***-**** LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/makayla-hall-11911b264/ GitHub: https://github.com/makaylawayla Career Focus

Aspiring IT professional currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology at the University of Central Florida. Working on skills in Linux, Networking, and Operating Systems using virtualization labs, programming projects, and system admin practice. Education

University of Central Florida (UCF) — Orlando, FL

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Expected Graduation: May 2027

GPA: 3.21

Relevant Coursework: Security in Computing, Computer Network Concepts, Operating System Concepts, Computer Logic & Organization, Object-Oriented Programming, Computer Science 1 Technical Skills

Programming: C, Python, Java, Assembly (MIPS)

Systems & Tools: Linux, Git, Virtual Machines, VS Code Networking: TCP/IP fundamentals, basic network troubleshooting Operating Systems: Process management, file systems, system calls Certifications

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) — In Progress Technical Projects

Virtual Machine Linux Lab — UTM / Linux

January 2026

• Created and configured a Linux virtual machine environment for hands-on systems practice

• Practiced basic Linux commands, file system navigation, and system management tasks

• Explored networking configuration and system monitoring within a virtualized environment MySPIM: MIPS Simulator — C Language

Spring 2025

● Worked with a simplified MIPS processor simulator as part of a computer systems course

● Applied C programming to explore how instructions interact with registers and memory Probability-Based Frog Simulation — Python/C Language Spring 2025

● Developed a program to simulate probability-based jumping paths for a frog movement problem

● Used recursion and memoization techniques to analyze possible outcomes Horse Plinko Cyber Challenge (HPCC) — Hack@UCF & UCF C3 Team Fall 2024

● Participated in a beginner-friendly cyber defense competition simulating real-world IT environments

● Gained hands-on exposure to Linux and Windows system administration, SIEM monitoring, and firewall concepts

● Collaborated with teammates in a timed environment to analyze system alerts and respond to technical challenges

Hack@UCF Member

2024-Present

● Participate in cybersecurity workshops, CTF events, and technical skill improvement sessions Involvement

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) — Member Hack@UCF — Member

Honors & Awards

Bright Futures Academic Scholar — Florida Department of Education President's Honor Roll — University of Central Florida Senior Class Valedictorian — Dade Christian School, Class of 2023 Additional

Eligibility: Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship Availability: Open

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