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Contact Information

Austin Paulley

New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168

(386) 690-3431

austin.m.paulley@gmail.com

"Cybersecurity and AI-Focused Professional Driving Innovation in Threat Detection and Digital Defense."

Passionate and driven cybersecurity graduate with a strong foundation in artificial intelligence and network security. Skilled in identifying vulnerabilities, mitigating risks, and applying AI-enhanced solutions to modern cybersecurity challenges. Experienced in AI-based email threat modeling and legitimacy testing, with a commitment to staying ahead of evolving digital threats. Proficient in scripting, secure coding, pen testing and managing data pipelines to support intelligent security systems. Eager to apply strategic thinking and hands-on technical skills to protect organizational infrastructure and support security operations.

Core Expertise

Cybersecurity & AI

  • Threat Detection
  • AI Development
  • Secure Coding
  • Pen Testing

Technical Operations

  • Software Systems
  • Data Pipelines
  • Quality Assurance
  • Network Troubleshooting

Leadership & Strategy

  • Team Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Staff Management
  • Inventory Management

Technical Skills

  • Programming & Scripting: Python, Java, C++, Rust, JavaScript, Prolog, Linux
  • Web & DevOps: React, Secure HTML, Docker, Flask, Visual Studio, Digital Ocean, GitHub, OpenAI API
  • Cybersecurity Tools: Burp Suite, Wireshark, Kali Linux, Nmap, Metasploit
  • Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS, Azure, MongoDB, SQL

Education, Certifications & Professional Development

Cybersecurity Major | Stetson University, DeLand, FL | Aug 2022 – Dec 2024

  • GPA: 3.1/4.0
  • Full scholarship recipient, Spring 2021
  • Honors College, Advanced Coding, Webapps, Network Security, Big Database, AI, Cybersecurity

Associate of Arts | Daytona State College, Daytona Beach, FL | Aug 2020 – May 2022

  • GPA: 3.65/4.0
  • Dean’s List, Spring and Fall 2021
  • Quanta Honors Program

ServSafe Managers Certificate | Jan 2023 – Jan 2028

(Actively studying for CompTIA Security+)

Project Experience

AI-Driven LinkedIn Phishing Email Generator & Database Legitimacy Tester

Stetson University Cybersecurity Senior Project

  • Developed a Python GUI to generate AI-crafted phishing emails based on scraped LinkedIn data
  • Tested email legitimacy using OpenAI’s GPT models to simulate human detection
  • Integrated MongoDB for structured result storage based on temperature, chain size, and AI model
  • Analyzed performance trends across AI configurations to assess susceptibility

Professional Experience

Half Wall Brewery | New Smyrna Beach, FL | May 2020 – Present

  • Promoted from dishwasher to Kitchen Manager within three years due to strong leadership
  • Streamlined kitchen operations and promoted workflow efficiency and collaboration

Freelance Web Developer | New Smyrna Beach, FL | Nov 2024 – Present

  • Designed and developed mobile-responsive websites using HTML, CSS, React, and Python
  • Integrated APIs and backend services including MongoDB, Flask, and OpenAI tools
  • Collaborated with small business clients to deliver custom web solutions

Volunteer & Leadership Experience

  • Student Government Representative, Daytona State College
  • Volunteered over 500 hours for Southeast Volusia Babe Ruth and Barracuda High Marching Band
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