about me
Who Am I?
Hi, I'm Owen. I am a software developer working as a Network and Security Engineer. I have a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering and a Bachelors of Science in Computer Engineering. Currently, I am pursuing a Master's of Science in Computer Science with concentrations in Cyber Security and Data Science.
My interests include Home Automation, Robotics and Vision, and Network Security. I've done many different full-stack development projects allowing me to learn many different languages and different parts of infrastructure. These parts include database administration, container orchestration, application security, etc.
When I'm not working, I enjoy playing with my two dogs and cat. Feel free to look around!
favorite quote
"Loyalty is a two-way street. If I'm asking for it from you, then you're getting it from me." - Harvey R. Specter
fun facts
Traveled 9 Countries
Developed 16 Websites
Passion for Robotics and Mentorship
I probably have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder...
resume
EDUCATION
January 2020 - December 2022
Masters - Computer Science
University of Texas at San Antonio
Masters in Computer Science with a concentration in Cyber Security and Data Science. Students learn advanced theory and applications of computer technology. In addition to developing reasoning and problem-solving skills, learners study computer architecture, the latest programming languages, software engineering, artificial intelligence, and algorithm design.
January 2016 - December 2018
Bachelors - Computer and Electrical Engineeering
University of Texas at San Antonio
Students are given an opportunity develop a strong background in engineering sciences and to learn the analysis, design, and synthesis tools necessary to function as well as participate in many traditional and in new emerging areas of technology.
June 2015 - July 2015
Baku Summer Energy School
ADA University - Baku, Azerbaijan
Annual two-week certificate program of the Caspian Center for Energy and Environment of ADA University held in June and July in partnership with the State Oil Company of the Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR). It brings together a world of renown scholars, academicians and policy makers to examine and gain a better understanding of global energy and enviroment issues and their practical application.
August 2009 - May 2015
Petroleum Engineering
Texas A&M Intl. University - Laredo, Texas
Students will become practical and qualified engineers who can pursue careers in the oil and gas industries. Graduates are expected to understand the fundamental principles of the science and engineering behind the technology of petroleum engineering.
WORK HISTORY
Febuary 2019 - Present
Infrastructure Systems Engineer
USAA
Infrastructure Systems Engineers build-out, maintain, and manage different systems throughout the USAA enviroment. I particularly assist in the configuration, management, and security of the network for our IBM mainframe enviroment.
May 2018 - August 2018
Intern - Software Developer
USAA
Worked as part of a team of interns and full-time staff to develop software solutions that USAA will use on a daily basis. These solutions were later integrated as part of one larger project.
March 2016 - December 2018
OIT Tier 2 Technical Support
University of Texas at San Antonio
Second point of contact for student, faculty, and staff computing questions. Responsible for aiding students in installation of hardware and software that may inhibit students from completing course work or removing viruses and malware from student, faculty, and staff's personal devices. Additionally responsible for developing websites, maintaining social media profiles, and supporting other applications for lab and public use.
May 2012 - January 2016
Webmaster
Sound Connection - Laredo, Texas
Responsible for maintaining store websites and social media profiles. Ensure sites are functioning properly and are available to customers. Maintained all systems on store network including all Point of Sale, shipping machines, and research consoles.
May 2013 - November 2014
Samsung Experience Expert
Best Buy - Laredo, Texas
Samsung Experience Expert ensures Best Buy delivers a world-class end-to-end experience across all aspects of mobile products with emphasis on the Samsung ecosystem. This role works closely with customers and other employees to demonstrate, promote, and sell a variety of exciting Samsung products in the mobile, computer environment and across the store to ensure customers’ end-to-end needs are met.
May 2012 - December 2012
Online Sales Specialist
Aspen Electronics - Laredo, Texas
Inventory, list, photograph, and record items for sale on eBay and Amazon stores. Other operations include interacting with customers online and via telephone.
PROJECTS
Spring 2022 - Large Scale Data Management
Twitter Trends Aggregator
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Developed a full stack application that aggregates data from Twitter. Over 3 weeks, 50 gigabytes of data of the top ten trends from each state and the US as a whole including the 100 top tweets using that trending keyword are stored in a Postgres DB. Using React, NextJS, and HTML we then displayed the data on a website in a table.Summer 2016 - Student Connect
Student Connect Website - The Office of Information Technology
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Developed a responsive website for students to navigate and find information of the services offered by the Office of Information Technology at UTSA. The site featured an interactive Printspot Map, Installation Videos for MATLAB, Microsoft Office 2016, PrintSpot drivers, as-well as other useful information.Fall 2016 - Circuits 1
Networked IR Repeater - August Allo
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Developed a network of IR Emitters to conveniently control multiple devices hidden inside of a home theater media cabinet. This was accomplished by combining a bread board, 4 IR emitters, 1 IR receiver, and various sized capacitors and resistors.Fall 2016 - Microcontrollers 1
Range Finder - Paul Morton, PhD.
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Used a PIC microcontroller that we assembled to interface with a 2 color display and a ping sonar sensor to read a distance accurately up to 223 centimeters. The PIC microcontroller was programmed using Microchip's, MPLAB Code Configurator to write the low level assembly code.
Fall 2016 - Math and Signals in Systems
Audio Wave Analyzer - Artyom Grygorian, PhD.
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Used MATLAB to analyze the waves of an audio file by segmenting the file into 4 and applying different types of Convolution and Fourier Analysis such as Discrete Fourier Transfer, Fast Fourier Transfer, and Direct Convolution.Spring 2017 - ECE Lab 1
Theremin - Lars Hansen, PhD.
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Utilizing a single antenna, a protoboard and various caps and resistors, my team and I constructed a Theremin. A Theremin is a musical instrument that plays a frequency controlled by the distance from your hand to the antenna. The electromagnetic field in your hand is what the antenna interacts with producing the frequencies.COMMUNITY SERVICE
August 2013 - May 2022
Robotics Mentor
Dark Horse Robotics - Team 8214/Team 13704
Nixon High School (500+): Technology such as robotic arms and pneumatics provide great learning environments for children of young ages to become interested in Science and Mathematics. As a mentor I use technology and robotics to get children interested in these fields of study on weekends.
2010 - 2013
FTC Workshops
Laredo, TX (6hrs/6mths): Demonstrated robots, motors, gear-systems and programming to the youth of Laredo.
2011 - 2015
Tutor (Volunteer)
Laredo, TX (3hrs/wk): Tutor the youth of Laredo in mathematics and technology through teaching an the use of robotics.
