Michael Rutledge

Cybersecurity Student | Future Application Security Engineer | Purdue Global | PepsiCo | Security+ (In Progress)

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States

About

I am a highly motivated Cybersecurity student with a hard graduation target locked for January 2027. My technical focus isolates the structural layers of network infrastructure, automated vulnerability management, and the defensive engineering mechanics of the Application Security (AppSec) matrix. Through a disciplined, corporate-sponsored academic track, I am mastering the execution of logical data routing protocols, gateway configurations, and OWASP core security principles. I am actively looking to connect early with progressive technology firms in the Tampa Bay / Clearwater sector to secure my junior security analyst or application triage runway for the winter pipeline.

Experience

  • Merchandiser at PepsiCo
    Jun 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Rack associate at Petsmart Distribution Ctr
    Sep 2024 - Jul 2025 · 11 mos

    Receive, sort, and stock merchandise.​ Pick and pack orders for shipment to stores.​ Operate equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.​ Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

  • Grocery Delivery Driver at Walmart
    Aug 2022 - Mar 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos

    Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition. Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure. Utilized GPS to optimize routes and continuously meet estimated delivery times. Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation. Documented daily mileage, gas and other data. Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.

  • Envelope Machine Adjuster at East Penn Manufacturing Co.
    Sep 2022 - Feb 2023 · 6 mos

  • Warehouse Agent at Worldwide Flight Services (WFS)
    Dec 2021 - Aug 2022 · 9 mos