Justin Schyns - Cybersecurity Student

Information Science - Information Security Student at the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL with hands-on experience across the full cybersecurity lifecycle. I build, automate, and defend systems through project work in Security Operations, Cloud Security, and GRC.

I am Graduating from the University of South Florida (USF) Summer of 2025 with a degree in Information Science - Information Security

Background:

Technology has been my passion since I was little. I am nearing the end of my studies at the University of South Florida with a degree in Information Science - Information Security, where I developed a solid foundation in cybersecurity principles and practices.

Like other recent Cybersecurity/IT graduates, I encountered the problem of needing experience for entry-level jobs but needing a job to get experience. Rather than let this challenge discourage me, I decided to take matters into my own hands and prove my skills through labs and projects I can do at home.

This motivation led me to build a home lab where I dedicated myself to hands-on projects that span the cybersecurity and cloud engineering spectrum. From deploying Security Operations Centers to engineering secure cloud infrastructure.

I've complemented my project work with relevant certifications and participate in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions to continuously sharpen my skills.

Today, I'm seeking a full-time intern or junior level role where I can apply these skills in a professional environment. I want to join a team where I can contribute meaningfully from day one while continuing to learn and grow in this field.