Christopher Albrecht

Computer Engineer

Fairfax, Virginia, United States

About

Virginia Tech Computer Engineering student who is a resourceful problem solver. I am interested in gaining experience in networking and cybersecurity with opportunities for professional development and advancement. Skills: -Languages: JAVA, Python, Python Tkinter, C/C++, Verilog, MATLAB, Assembler, Android Studio, Batch, Bash, OpenWRT -OSs: Windows 7, 8.1, 10, Linux, Ubuntu, Kali Linux/Debian, Windows Server, Android, Mac OSX, iOS -Apps: Intel Quartus (FPGA), Wireshark (Network Protocol Analyzer), Ghidra (Software Reverse Engineering Framework), Microsoft Office; Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Visual Studio, Visio, G Suite ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀

Experience

  • Cybersecurity Researcher at Two Six Technologies
    May 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 2 mos

  • Cyber Security Consultant, Embedded Reverse Engineering Track at Booz Allen Hamilton
    Jun 2022 - Aug 2022 · 3 mos

    • Engineered, Configured & Deployed Test configuration of: -Router Server subsystem (embedded-microcontroller, WIFI router, running Open Wireless Router (OpenWRT) Linux OS embedded wireless device code), in wireless communication with multiple nodes, debugging router server code in C -Client Node Terminal subsystem (multiple IR-sensor (heat/motion) Client sensing node devices), including developing, compiling & participating in troubleshooting of client node terminal dashboard and graphical user interface (GUI) in C programming language, implemented client GUI using Tkinter Python library • Designed & Integrated lightweight occupant accountability network; a wireless infrared (IR) sensor-based intrusion detection system (IDS), including architecting client server topology network communications structure • Competed in National Summer Games Challenge Cup; Presented final implementation to technical mentor & corporate leaders; Collaborated, Organized & Led team presentation before consultant judge panel

  • Satellite & Telecommunication Security Engineering Intern at SC Networks Inc.
    May 2021 - Aug 2021 · 4 mos

    • Assisted in Engineering, Assembly, Installation & Testing of 4.5m diameter dish antenna & hub receiver subsystem • Investigated very small aperture terminal (VSAT) satellite communications network hub, terminal transceivers, antennae technologies, communications protocols, inner workings & improved data security • Analyzed & Prepared technical executive summary report on cryptocurrency mining rigs, including application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), graphics processing unit (GPU), & cryptographic hash digital fingerprint • Studied cybersecurity technologies, malware analysis, threat/vulnerability assessment, management & cyber defense tools in preparation for COMPTIA Security+ exam • Researched battery storage subsystem technologies for technical management

  • Underwater Cybersecurity Research Team Member at Hume Center for National Security and Technology at Virginia Tech
    Jan 2021 - May 2021 · 5 mos

    • Examined underwater acoustic, optical, electromagnetic & induction, wireless communication cybersecurity technology

  • Patent Technical Assistant at ATFirm PLLC
    Mar 2018 - Aug 2019 · 1 yr 6 mos

    • Wrote and Filed patent applications for improved propane tank cabinet in MS Word and Visio