Lara Ricketts

About

Thanks for stopping by! I graduated from the Raikes School for Computer Science and Management at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. I studied mathematics and computer science, with a minor in business. I'm passionate about learning and being challenged. Cyber is my jam; I like breaking things.

Experience

• University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2 yrs 9 mos)
  • Security Analyst
    Apr 2019 - Mar 2021 · 2 yrs

  • Apr 2019 - Mar 2021 · 2 yrs
    I hunt and remediate compromised accounts based off IoCs. For efficiency in my job and in others' jobs, I have automated several processes, such as updating compromised account tracking and user identification. In this role, I have also had the opportunity to present my work to over 100 staff.

  • Recitation Leader for Calculus 1
    Sep 2018 - May 2019 · 9 mos

    I led recitation two days a week to reinforce calculus concepts learned in lecture. Additionally, I held weekly office hours to assist students one-on-one and proctor and grade their tests and quizzes.

  • Undergraduate Learning Assistant
    Aug 2018 - Dec 2018 · 5 mos

    I assisted 40 students in their learning and applying algebra and trigonometry concepts in class. In this position, I demonstrated flexibility by adapting teaching methods to suit students' learning styles and needs.

  • Raikes School Coding Camp Chaperone
    Jul 2018 · 1 mo

    I assisted 30 high school upperclassmen in learning Java and object-oriented principles during the day and served as a Resident Assistant and mentor after class hours to support students and promote safety.

• Cybersecurity Intern at Northwestern Mutual
  May 2020 - Aug 2020 · 4 mos

• Software Development Intern at HUMANeX Ventures
  May 2018 - Aug 2018 · 4 mos

  I increased efficiency of internal processes by improving meeting room tools using PHP, Laravel, JavaScript, and MySQL. An additional project I completed was mapping out business structures to aid in automating reports for clients using the same tech stack.

• Software Development Intern at Raikes School Design Studio
  Jan 2018 - May 2018 · 5 mos