Samuel White Email & Phone Number

Australian wheelchair basketball athlete with 8 years competing at an international level as part of the Australian national team and the Australian Paralympic team. Trade skills background working in the mines of northwest South Australia as a diesel mechanic followed by a life change of moving to the USA to compete in sport and pursue a University degree in IT network and security. _____________________________________KEY ACHIEVEMENTS Bronze medal – IWBF World Championships 2018Gold medal – IWBF Asian Oceana Championships 2015, 2017, 2019, 20225th - Tokyo Paralympic Games 2020National Champion – NWBA Intercollegiate Division 2013, 2014, 2015_____________________________________Currently working towards IT certifications in networking and security (CCNA, Security+) to expand on my education foundation while looking towards work placements and experience to transition into an IT security career. ______________________________________EXPERIENCE & EDUCATIONTrade Skills | 5 years working in remote mines as an apprentice and fully qualified diesel mechanic. Experienced working in tough conditions on extended rosters including 12hr day and night shifts maintaining a fleet of heavy vehicles and mining equipment. IT Education | Received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Information Technology focusing on networking and security. Completion of a Cert IV in Cyber Security in 2021 along with continued personal development studying towards industry certifications to bolster hands-on skills. Public Speaking | 5 years’ experience as part of a disability outreach program traveling to schools and community groups with a message of promoting disability inclusion and awareness. Office Administration | Managed credit card reporting for a University Athletic department implementing a department-wide change in reporting to be in line with state audit requirements. ______________________________________