Brandon Rickman

Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas · (520) 261-2941 · brandon.rickman21@gmail.com

I am a current online college student in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Programming. I enjoy developing in Python 3, C++, HTML, CSS, and Java. I am the co-host and founder of Off The Rails Cybersecurity Podcast. I have a passion for Cryptology and Cryptographic Systems, CTF style Cyber Sec challenges, Malware Analysis, and Reverse Engineering. Additionally, I came from a computer modelling background and enjoy working with computer graphics, virtual reality, and artifical intelligence.


Experience

Police Officer

Rowlett, TX Police Department

  • Actively patrolled designated areas to prevent and detect crime and responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, requesting support or specialized response as necessary.
  • Determine appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information, apprehending offenders and conducting interviews and thorough investigations involving serious bodily injury or death.
  • Acquired an Advanced Peace Officer's license through the state of Texas
  • Investigated automobile accidents as an Accident Reconstructionist Investigator, after required specialized training.

August 2015 - Present

Police Officer

Dallas, TX Police Department

  • Actively patrolled designated areas to prevent and detect crime and responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, requesting support or specialized response as necessary.
  • Completed necessary educated to become a certified Mental Health Officer and Marine Enforcement Officer.

June 2010 - August 2015

2D Draftsman

Midwest Patterns Inc.

Develop computer generated production plans for aluminum molds for customers utilizing computer design software (e.g. KeyCreator, SolidEdge, etc.). Work along side production team to correct any problems or challenges to ensure all deadlines were kept.

November 2007 - March 2009

Founder/Co-Host

Collaboratively work with three other hosts spread throughout the United States to create content on a bi-weekly basis for listeners, ranging from student to professional. Developed a website, edit all show content, develop monetary sources, and promote the content via social media.

September 2018 - Present

Education

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor of Science
Computer Science

GPA: 3.84

September 2017 - June 2020

Skills

Programming Languages & Tools
Areas of knowledge
  • Website design, bootstrap, & Flask
  • Cyber Security operation policies
  • Reverse Engineering, Pentesting, & Open-Source Intelligence
  • Agile Development & Scrum
  • Database Design (SQL & NoSQL)

Interests

Apart from educating myself as a software developer, I enjoy most of my time woodworking. I enjoy being outdoors camping, snowboarding, riding horses, and running. I enjoy computer modelling and design and continue to hone myself with different software and environment creation.

I truly enjoy educating myself and believe in all learning. I plan on pursuing my Master degree in Cybersecurity, where I can utilize it to begin teaching as an adjunct professor. There are several certifications and trainings I would love to acquire to expand my knowledge in cybersecurity and cloud/cloud security.


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