Shibananda Paul
Bronx, NY 10462 | [email protected] | (917) 854-7357 | www.linkedin.com/in/shibanandapaul
SUMMARY
Creative and resourceful first-year computer science student with hands-on experience in cybersecurity, web development, and office administration. Expertise in JavaScript, HTML, and security fundamentals via Public Prep, and eager to contribute and grow in a software engineering environment.
EDUCATION
The City College of New York, New York, NY June 2028
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science GPA: 4.00
CodePath, Remote, US — Workshop December 2024
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Public Prep Network, Bronx, NY – Philanthropy Intern July 2024 – August 2024
- Managed Salesforce CRM tasks, including data updates and mass uploads, strengthening data management skills.
- Used Tableau to visualize donor data, providing actionable insights for fundraising.
- Collaborated on website functionality testing, enhancing user experience, and design feedback skills.
The Plaza Rehab and Nursing Center, Bronx, NY — Office Assistant July 2023 – August 2023
- Supported the IT department during infrastructure transitions, ensuring seamless operations with minimal disruptions.
- Streamlined data management processes through Excel for efficient reporting.
PROJECTS
CyberChef CTF Challenges: Gained practical network security and encryption skills through CodePath’s CYB101 capture-the-flag challenges using 30+ hours of Azure VM. Lead problem-solving in breakout rooms, often as the “driver,” achieving over 90% challenge completion rate. (November 2024) Socially-Conscious Website: Developed a website using 35+ hours of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to showcase projects and design skills. Implemented Git for version control and hosted the site on GitHub.
SKILLS
Systems & Security Basics: Linux CLI, SSH, RDP, password hashing, IP/DNS exploits, Metasploit, SET Toolkit, and public key infrastructure (PKI)
Cybersecurity: Encryption, CyberChef, network security principles.
Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Git/GitHub.
Applications: Figma, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Tableau.
Key Skills: Strong communication, hard-working, clerical, analytical skills, and detail-oriented.
Hobbies: Guitar, Cycling, Photography, Travel planning.