~/addycarter $ cat about.txt
ADDY CARTER
> Cybersecurity Analytics & Operations · Penn State · Class of 2029
West Chester, PA
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GPA: 3.57
DEAN'S LIST
$ cat bio.md
// whoami
Hi! I'm Addy — a cybersecurity student at Penn State passionate about understanding how technology, risk, and security intersect. I enjoy building my skills through coursework, competitions, and real-world experience.
Outside of school I like crocheting, traveling, watching movies and TV shows, listening to music and podcasts, and going to concerts. Find me on LinkedIn, GitHub, and Instagram.
$ ls ./experience/
// work experience
INTERNSHIP
Marketing & Technical Intern
Gravic, Inc. — Validate patented technologies via technical testing, develop features for the Shadowbase product line, and design technical marketing materials including demos and presentations.
May 2026 – Aug 2026
TEACHING
Learning Assistant
Penn State IST — Assisted in teaching CYBER100, facilitated student learning, prepared assignments, and provided constructive feedback to students.
Jan 2026 – May 2026
AMBASSADOR
IST Diplomat
Penn State College of IST — Represent the college to prospective students, parents, and alumni at events. Guide attendees on programs and campus resources.
Jan 2025 – Present
ATHLETICS
Softball Manager
Penn State Athletics — Use Synergy and Google Sheets to log game events in real time. Support pitching bullpens and maintain an organized practice environment.
Aug 2025 – Present
$ cat skills.json | jq '.[]'
// tech stack
Linux
Windows
Git / GitHub
VS Code
VMware
TCP/IP
Risk Assessment
Threat Hunting
Java (OOP)
App Dev
Synergy
Google Sheets
$ cat awards.log
// achievements unlocked
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DOE CyberForce Competition — 16th place out of 93 teams
Nov 2025
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CCDC Alternate — Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition
Dec 2025
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Gravic, Inc. Freshman Scholarship
May 2025
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Downingtown Alumni Association Award
Jun 2025
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Daughters of the American Revolution Chester County Essay Award
Feb 2025
$ ./ghosts --mode=friendly
// current status
$ cat fun.txt
// things that stuck with me
>westworld (season 1 only)
consciousness, control & unintended consequences of AI
>the queen's gambit
obsession, talent, and independence
>avatar the last airbender
a masterclass in storytelling and teamwork
>the twilight zone
sci-fi as a vehicle for social critique
>amazing stories
classic anthology driven by imagination
>good will hunting
purpose, identity, and living up to your potential
>the sound of music
resistance, family, and one of the greatest soundtracks ever
>forrest gump
the American Dream through an unlikely lens
>wake up dead man (knives out)
a modern mystery with a thoughtful take on morality
>why optimism can be a competitive advantage
>how to minimize your maximum loss
>"fake it till you make it," explained more honestly
>why ownership matters in an increasingly digital world
>lore
history's strangest and often darkest tales
>this american life
remarkable stories about ordinary — and not so ordinary — people
>you don't know peanuts
deep dives into why everyone still loves snoopy
$ cat contact.txt
// get in touch
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