Inside my

cybersecurity journey

HELLO!

What began as building websites and applications soon evolved into a passion for protecting the systems that power them. After sharpening my technical foundation as a developer, I pursued a Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance to turn that passion into expertise. That path led me into a cybersecurity internship, and later into the front lines at Abnormal AI, where I worked on defending organizations against advanced threats. Each step has deepened my skills and sharpened my focus: transforming from builder to defender, and from student to professional dedicated to securing the digital world.

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My Journey So Far

1. Software Developer

2017-2020

Built web apps and sites that sparked a passion for tech.

2. Cybersecurity Student

2020-2024

Earned a degree in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance.

3. Cybersecurity Intern

2024-2025

Gained hands-on experience securing systems in real-world environments.

4. Cybersecurity Analyst

2025-Present

Defended against threats and trained AI to strengthen security at scale.

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Achievements

10,000+

Business Email Compromise accounts remediated

10+

Industry-recognized Professional Certifications

100%

Client satisfaction rate

$1M+

Customer dollars saved in thwarted attacks

03

Skills & Tools

Let’s work together

Looking for a driven cybersecurity analyst to strengthen your defenses? Let’s connect — I’m ready to bring my skills and passion for security to your team.

ask@derrickhorton.com