Giving Back to the Community
This section showcases how I’ve contributed to the cybersecurity community through education, mentorship, and outreach. Whether leading workshops for my university peers, mentoring new students in CTF preparation, or speaking to high school students in Mexico, I’ve used every opportunity to share what I’ve learned. These experiences have helped others grow—and have strengthened my own skills as a communicator, team builder, and InfoSec professional.
Cybersecurity Workshop for DeVry University Students
DeVry University | February–March 2025
As part of my commitment to student development, I organized and led a cybersecurity workshop for fellow students at DeVry University. This event was designed to help participants prepare for the National Cyber League (NCL) competition and gain real-world exposure to key tools and tactics.
Key topics covered:
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🔎 Nmap & Netcat – Scanning and reconnaissance techniques
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🔐 Metadata analysis – File forensics and information leakage
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💻 GitHub intelligence – Leveraging public code for security research
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🧠 Practical CTF strategies – How to approach challenges under pressure
The session was well received, helping many students build confidence with real tools and understand how cybersecurity competitions translate into practical InfoSec skills. It also gave me the opportunity to practice public speaking, instructional delivery, and peer mentoring.
Cybersecurity Awareness Talk – Mexico High School Outreach
Virtual Conference | April 2025
I was invited to deliver a virtual cybersecurity presentation to high school students in Mexico, with the goal of raising awareness about online risks and encouraging early interest in the cybersecurity field.
The session focused on:
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🔐 Online safety – How to protect personal information and avoid common threats
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🌐 Cybersecurity fundamentals – What it is and why it matters in everyday life
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🧰 Free learning tools – How students can get started with CTFs and platforms like TryHackMe
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💡 My journey – From zero experience to InfoSec work and national competitions like NCL and Cyber Sentinel Challenge
The talk was designed to inspire students from underserved or non-technical backgrounds, showing them that with curiosity, consistency, and community, anyone can begin a cybersecurity journey.
