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I remember when I created my very first "Hello World" program. I had just transitioned from being a Exercise Physiology major to now being a CIT major. It was so exciting to see that I could write a program and see it actually execute! I can't believe that was almost six years ago. So much has changed since then!

Since graduating with my undergrad in 2013, I have been working the last three years a Developer for a major US automotive manufacturer. It since working there, I have learned so much. I also took advantage of the tuition assistance offered and have been working on my MIS in IT Security for almost 2.5 years now.

While doing this program and gaining experience working in corporate America, I have learned quite a bit when it comes to how real world IT works. Coming out of my undergrad I had no idea what to expect with a world world IT job. You can take classes all you want, but until you get out there and start working, you can never quite understand it. Anyway, I just keep rambling, lets get down to it!

Since getting into the technology space, I have discovered that I have a passion for both Networking and IT Security. Over the next 12 weeks, I want to be able to share short quick posts on tips you can use everyday to make sure that you are being more "Security" focused. Whether in your professional life or personal life, by having security at the forefront of your mind, you can ensure that you are protecting yourself and others. These security tips may be physical in nature, or even with how you handle software and data. I look forward to sharing my thoughts with y'all!


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