Chanda Mason
Nevada
Summary
PhD in Computer Engineering with interests in ML and Cybersecurity. Researching and developing security technologies and protocols for OT (Operational Technology) and Embedded Systems.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Cybersecurity Engineer
GE Vernova
6 2023 - Current
- ML, OT & Embedded Systems
Cybersecurity Engineer
GE Research
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Developed Confidential Computing solutions for ML Applications using hardware-enabled security technologies
Cybersecurity Researcher
Sandia National Laboratories
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Designed a logical, secure and functional cybersecurity architecture for Industrial Control Systems (SCADA and DCS). - Conducted research on Cyber-physical barriers and hardening technologies for networked microgrid applications. - Researched and developed Anomaly-based Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS) for Operational Technology (OT) environments using Deep Reinforcement Learning (DRL).
Cybersecurity Engineer
GE Research
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Researched and developed Anomaly-based attack detection models for Operational Technology (OT) systems using Machine Learning (ML). - Integrated and maintained Static and Dynamic Application Security Testing (SAST/DAST) for CI/CD pipelines code vulnerability analysis - Developed and implemented a secure Remote Attestation (RA) procedure using Trusted Platform Modules (TPM) for Trusted-Supply-Chain.
Graduate Research Assistant
The University of New Mexico
05.2020 - 05.2022
- Resource allocation & optimization in heterogeneous wireless networks - Demand response management, resilience and cybersecurity in smart grid networks - Crowdsourcing and Internet of Things (IoT) - Energy harvesting in Sensor networks. - Optimization, Game Theory, Reinforcement Learning, and Artificial Intelligence
Graduate Teaching Assistant
The University of New Mexico
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted with teaching students in ECE300 - Advanced Engineering Mathematics - First and Second-Order ODEs are solved using Laplace Transforms, Matrices, Eigenvalues and other techniques involving Linear Algebra. - Applications are emphasized using MATLAB.
Team Lead, Digital Strategy
TERAWORK Nigeria
10.2017 - 11.2019
- Led the development and execution of digital strategies and new business executions that drove rapid growth.
Network Engineer Intern
Cyberspace Network Limited
08.2015 - 01.2016
- Installed, configured and managed network devices (LTE, WiMAX, VSAT, Routers, Switches, IP Phones). - Setup, troubleshot and maintained Base Station Infrastructures and Networks. - Administered maintenance of computer networks and related computing environments including systems software, applications software, hardware, and configurations. - Monitored network infrastructures and assisted site engineers with problem resolution at the Network Operations Centre (NOC). - Replaced faulty network hardware components when required.
Education
Master of Science - MS (with Distinction) - Computer Engineering
Michigan Technological University
01.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
University of Lagos
01.2011 - 04.2016
Diploma - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
University of Lagos
01.2011 - 04.2012
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD (with Distinction) - Computer Engineering
The University of New Mexico
01.2020 - 05.2023
Skills
Intel SGX
C#
Python
Penetration Testing
Operating System Security
Firewall Management
Security Architecture
Certification
Cybersecurity Compliance
Languages
English (Full Professional)
Timeline
Cybersecurity Engineer
GE Research
01.2023 - 05.2023
Cybersecurity Engineer
GE Research
05.2022 - 08.2022
Cybersecurity Researcher
Sandia National Laboratories
10.2021 - 05.2023
Graduate Research Assistant
The University of New Mexico
05.2020 - 05.2022
Graduate Teaching Assistant
The University of New Mexico
01.2020 - 05.2021
Master of Science - MS (with Distinction) - Computer Engineering
Michigan Technological University
01.2020 - 05.2021
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD (with Distinction) - Computer Engineering
The University of New Mexico
01.2020 - 05.2023
Team Lead, Digital Strategy
TERAWORK Nigeria
10.2017 - 11.2019
Network Engineer Intern
Cyberspace Network Limited
08.2015 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
University of Lagos
01.2011 - 04.2016
Diploma - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
University of Lagos
01.2011 - 04.2012
Cybersecurity Engineer
GE Vernova
6 2023 - Current
Cybersecurity Compliance
Framework & System Administration
Penetration Testing, Incident Response and Forensics
Cybersecurity Roles, Processes & Operating System Security
Network Security & Database Vulnerabilities
Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyber Attacks
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