Nathan Mclaughlin Email & Phone Number

Olympia, Washington, United States

Having completed my Computer Science Foundations, I have pursued advanced coursework in areas like cybersecurity. I learned to analyze the dynamics of various cyber-attacks, identify their impact on operating systems, and detect them on a network. Additionally, I explored application security, gaining a deeper understanding of how web-based cyber-attacks are initiated and created. This knowledge helped me recognize how critical it is to prevent vulnerabilities like cross-site scripting, cross-site request forgery, and buffer overflows.My studies in data structures and algorithms further expanded my skills, enabling me to manipulate data structures effectively and later apply this knowledge to my Student-Originated Software course as a web-based application. The connection between application security and server-client architecture is apparent, influencing my approach to engineering secure code.As I approach the end of my journey at the Evergreen State College, I have sought ways to challenge myself further. During the winter 2023-2024 quarter, I participated in the Pacific Rim Collegiate Cyber-Security Competition (PRCCDC) with six other team members from the Worms Club. This live cybersecurity incident response scenario offered invaluable lessons. Reflecting on the competition, I realized how much more there is to learn.My final step towards graduation is after the summer quarter, currently I am focused on Software Construction. Here, I am building algorithms using the Rust programming language and its efficient set of rules. Alongside this path of student-originated software, I am learning to build and self-host a GPT, and AI components like an MNIST trainer that relies on neural networks similar to how our brains recognize patterns.

Lakewood, Washington, United States

I am currently majoring in Mechatronics at Clover Park Technical College and will receive my degree this winter. I enjoy the logic behind programming with an emphasis on troubleshooting and solving problems. Upon my graduation, I am excited to work in fields that specializes in computer programming, programmable logic controller (PLC) architecture, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), hydraulic & pneumatic control systems, During my course work, I had the opportunity of learning Python, C++, PLC Programming to design algorithms and logic control structures. I have used CAD technology to design parts and prototypes. While studying Hydraulics and Pneumatics, I had the opportunity to use troubleshooting skills to gain successful repair techniques for hydraulic and pneumatic systems used with automated systems.

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Oversee daily operations for the kitchen and food storage with the end goal of maintaining safety and sanitation regulations. Manage efficient processes for the food service of over 800 soldiers and civilians. Conduct weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly inventories of supplies. Communicate objectives with food service staff and direct staff activity including dining experience, cleanliness, service standards, time management, and productivity. Direct staff to adhere to productivity schedules including servers and cooks. Train and develop new cooks and culinary specialists. Led section to achieve a 99% excellence rating on the Command Inspection Program.Excelled in inventory management and maintained 100% accountability of all equipment.Hand selected by senior leaders to oversee operations for a large-scale, out of state training event. Acknowledged with a medal in support of 4,000 soldiers daily.

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Provided leadership to on-site and remote staff with the end goal of delivering high-quality food service. Ensured all staff activities adhered to regulation standards including cleanliness, shelf conditions, service standards, food quality and safety. Oversaw food and supply delivery using civilian contractors to remote Field teams in support for four separate Battalion Live Fire Exercises. Effectively managed provisions and logistical support to six companies and Higher Headquarters without deficiency. Trained and evaluated 12 civilian and 19 military personnel in a Food Handler's Safety Course. Maintained up-to-date food service certification procedures and continuity book. Planned, coordinated, and conducted training on the Army’s Policy for Sexual Assault and Prevention. Led shift to winning the Commanding General Best Mess for the first and second quarters. Directed shift to focus on innovative presentation improvements which increased headcount by 30%.Expertise in inventory management resulted in 100% accountability and serviceability of all food service equipment in excess of $850,000.Achieved an 80% sanitary rating and an accident free workplace throughout the Dining Hall by enforcing rigid sanitary and safety practices.Ensured all training course participants achieved a 75% or greater average.

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Oversaw food service operations with an annual budget of $600,000. Executed all ordering, inventory, and shipping logistics within budget for a population of over 800 soldiers. Supervised the ordering, receiving, and distribution of food supplies for 18 holiday and family meals. Served as a Shift Supervisor of a Tactical Operations Center, tracking personnel in and out of Iraq while maintaining contact with Higher Headquarters. Provided mentorship to subordinates to cultivate unity and teamwork. Managed essential mission activities including tracking mission assets, reporting mission status to a higher headquarters, and alerting relevant commands of Red Cross messages to ensure service members were able to fly home from Iraq.Improved a $19,000 deficit account to a $2,000 positive balance within a nine month period.Recognized by 3rd Infantry Division Commander for excellence in logistical support while deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn.

Bachelor'S Of Science, Computer Science, Graduate Student

Activities and Societies: Cyber Security, Worms Club - PRCCDC / Pacific Rim Collegiate Cyber-Security Defense Competition.Winter / Spring.

Aas-T, Mechatronics, Robotics, And Automation Engineering

Introduction to Computing -Daytona State, FL Computer Programming Basics -Python -Daytona State, FL (Below CPTC) Computer Programming.

Relevent Course Work

Diversity Management Course Basic Food Preparation Course Sanitation and Safety Course Hospitality Supervision Course Internship-Hosp.

Military Education

Warrior Leader Course Advanced Leader Common Core Course ServSafe Certification