Andrew Bonner

I am a Computer Science student with a concentration in Cybersecurity and Data Analytics, driven by a strong interest in defensive security, threat detection, and secure system design. My academic and professional experiences have allowed me to build a solid foundation in both theoretical concepts and hands-on security operations, with a growing focus on how security programs protect real-world organizations.

Currently, I work as a Security Intern with the Office of Information Security Services at Ball State University, where I support day-to-day security operations and monitoring efforts. In this role, I utilize SIEM tools such as Splunk for security event analysis and threat hunting, investigate network alerts, and assist with vulnerability monitoring across campus systems. I have contributed to identifying and blocking ransomware-related executables, domains, and IP ranges, performed routine testing of penetration testing tools, and stayed current on emerging vulnerabilities and security threats impacting enterprise environments.

In addition to my security experience, I have served as a Teaching Assistant in the Computer Science department, helping students understand advanced programming concepts, data structures, and algorithms. This role strengthened my ability to communicate complex technical ideas clearly and reinforced my own understanding of core computer science fundamentals. I have also participated in academic research focused on intrusion detection, where I worked with real-world datasets to study anomaly detection techniques using decision trees and the ID3 algorithm.

Beyond technical roles, I bring leadership experience through campus involvement and professional work. I have held multiple leadership positions within student organizations and balanced long-term management responsibilities in a fast-paced work environment, developing strong communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills. These experiences have shaped my ability to collaborate effectively and take ownership of responsibilities in both technical and non-technical settings.

I am actively seeking opportunities in cybersecurity where I can continue developing my skills in security monitoring, incident response, and defensive operations while contributing to teams that prioritize strong security practices and continuous improvement.