“Safety first” are words I often hear when I ride a car or engage in an activity that involves risks. It is hard to imagine that using a computer is an activity that can involve risks. To quote Dan Geer, “A technology that can give you everything you want is a technology that can take away everything that you have.” Cyber threats are real. They are harmful activities that can destroy, steal, or disrupt data and digital life. Cybersecurity is vital in keeping computer systems and electronic data safe. To protect people, institutions, and their information, we need cybersecurity to protect all types of data from theft and loss. Cybersecurity is a specialized area of IT. Cybersecurity protects networks from cyber-attacks and stored data from cyber criminals and unauthorized users. I will be taking computer science and focusing on cybersecurity. I was using computers at an early age. Back then, computer security was not a perceived issue yet. As the use of computers became popular, scammers and hackers started to emerge. I remember when my grandfather received an email from a Nigerian prince asking for help transferring a large amount of money overseas.  The email then offered a share of the money if my grandfather agreed to give them his bank account details to help with the transfer. Thankfully, my grandfather did not fall victim to this scam because he consulted and listened to his family. This incident got me thinking. After taking my first computer class during my sophomore year, I decided to pursue a degree in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity. I took a Computer Coding Honors class and an AP Computer Science class in high school.  I was a member of the Math Honor Society. As a member, I tutored Math and Computer Coding to students. Computers affect every aspect of our lives and can be a positive tool for change. It can further education, expand communication, and improve lives with automation. However, it can also trigger inequities, racism, cyberbullying, and unprotected access to personal data. By specializing in cybersecurity, I can help solve technical and social problems. Regulating how computers behave is critical in cybersecurity, but handling how humans and governments behave is just as important. Cybercrime has far-reaching consequences that can impact the economy and harm people. Most companies and government agencies hire experts to help strengthen networks, safeguard information, and prevent cyber-attacks. The part that piqued my interest is cyber-attacks. With the growing amount of hacker groups, there needs to be just as many hackers that do good rather than harm. I want to be the person to help prevent these attacks or even stop them. It takes talented and well-informed people to do cybersecurity right. One must crunch numbers to get ahead of hackers and compile reports to identify threats. Cybersecurity can be challenging, but I am passionate about technology. With this scholarship, I can focus on my computer science studies and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and ethical integrity are essential to becoming a successful cybersecurity professional. These traits are critical in protecting critical data and mitigating cyber threats. With my proactive thinking of helping people in the modern digital world, I will fight cybercrime by helping protect privacy, protect the economy from financial loss, and defend national security from internal and external threats.

“Safety first” are words I often hear when I ride a car or engage in an activity that involves risks. It is hard to imagine that using a computer is an activity that can involve risks. To quote Dan Geer, “A technology that can give you everything you want is a technology that can take away everything that you have.” Cyber threats are real. They are harmful activities that can destroy, steal, or disrupt data and digital life. Cybersecurity is vital in keeping computer systems and electronic data safe. To protect people, institutions, and their information, we need cybersecurity to protect all types of data from theft and loss. I will be taking computer science and focusing on cybersecurity. I was using computers at an early age. Back then, computer security was not a perceived issue yet. As the use of computers became popular, scammers and hackers started to emerge. I remember when my grandfather received an email from a Nigerian prince asking for help transferring a large amount of money overseas.  The email then offered a share of the money if my grandfather agreed to give them his bank account details to help with the transfer. Thankfully, my grandfather did not fall victim to this scam because he consulted and listened to his family. This incident got me thinking. After taking my first computer class during my sophomore year, I decided to pursue a degree in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity. Computers affect every aspect of our lives and can be a positive tool for change. It can further education, expand communication, and improve lives with automation. However, it can also trigger inequities, racism, cyberbullying, and unprotected access to personal data. By specializing in cybersecurity, I can help solve technical and social problems. Regulating how computers behave is critical in cybersecurity, but handling how humans and governments behave is just as important. Cybercrime has far-reaching consequences that can impact the economy and harm people. Most companies and government agencies hire experts to help strengthen networks, safeguard information, and prevent cyber-attacks. The part that piqued my interest is cyber-attacks. With the growing amount of hacker groups, there needs to be just as many hackers that do good rather than harm. I want to be the person to help prevent these attacks or even stop them. It takes talented and well-informed people to do cybersecurity right. One must crunch numbers to get ahead of hackers and compile reports to identify threats. Cybersecurity can be challenging, but I am passionate about technology. With this scholarship, I can focus on my computer science studies and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and ethical integrity are essential to becoming a successful cybersecurity professional. These traits are critical in protecting critical data and mitigating cyber threats. With my proactive thinking of helping people in the modern digital world, I will fight cybercrime by helping protect privacy, protect the economy from financial loss, and defend national security from internal and external threats.

“Safety first” are words I often hear when I ride a car or engage in an activity that involves risks. It is hard to imagine that using a computer is an activity that can involve risks. To quote Dan Geer, “A technology that can give you everything you want is a technology that can take away everything that you have.” Cyber threats are real. They are harmful activities that can destroy, steal, or disrupt data and digital life. Cybersecurity is vital in keeping computer systems and electronic data safe. To protect people, institutions, and their information, we need cybersecurity to protect all types of data from theft and loss. I will be taking computer science and focusing on cybersecurity. I was using computers at an early age. Back then, computer security was not a perceived issue yet. As the use of computers became popular, scammers and hackers started to emerge. I remember when my grandfather received an email from a Nigerian prince asking for help transferring a large amount of money overseas.  The email then offered a share of the money if my grandfather agreed to give them his bank account details to help with the transfer. Thankfully, my grandfather did not fall victim to this scam because he consulted and listened to his family. This incident got me thinking. After taking my first computer class during my sophomore year, I decided to pursue a degree in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity. Computers affect every aspect of our lives and can be a positive tool for change. It can further education, expand communication, and improve lives with automation. However, it can also trigger inequities, racism, cyberbullying, and unprotected access to personal data. By specializing in cybersecurity, I can help solve technical and social problems. Regulating how computers behave is critical in cybersecurity, but handling how humans and governments behave is just as important. Cybercrime has far-reaching consequences that can impact the economy and harm people. Most companies and government agencies hire experts to help strengthen networks, safeguard information, and prevent cyber-attacks. The part that piqued my interest is cyber-attacks. With the growing amount of hacker groups, there needs to be just as many hackers that do good rather than harm. I want to be the person to help prevent these attacks or even stop them. It takes talented and well-informed people to do cybersecurity right. One must crunch numbers to get ahead of hackers and compile reports to identify threats. Cybersecurity can be challenging, but I am passionate about technology. With this scholarship, I can focus on my computer science studies and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and ethical integrity are essential to becoming a successful cybersecurity professional. These traits are critical in protecting critical data and mitigating cyber threats. With my proactive thinking of helping people in the modern digital world, I will fight cybercrime by helping protect privacy, protect the economy from financial loss, and defend national security from internal and external threats.

I am currently in my senior year at Bloomfield High School. I am a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo. I love to play chess and was also a chess helper teaching younger students how to play chess. I love music. I play the piano and clarinet. I was a member of the STA Genesis Band. We used to compete in the High Note Festival. As a member of the STA senior class, I participated in a food drive, a live wax museum to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and peer tutoring. I have been a member of the St. Valentine Prayer Group and have been actively participating in fundraising through family food festivals, food drives, soup kitchens, and nursing home outreach. When I joined Bloomfield High School, it was not only hard to navigate through the new environment, but it was also challenging to follow restrictions due to the pandemic. With hard work and determination, I maintained my high academic honors. I also gained membership in the World Language Honor Society, Math Honor Society, and National Honor Society. I tutored math and computer coding, baked and sold baked items to raise funds for the community, donated and collected canned items to benefit the community, and donated and distributed sweets during Halloween. I’m still playing the clarinet and the piano. As part of the St. Valentine group’s nursing outreach, I play the clarinet to the nursing home residents during Christmas and special occasions.  “Safety first” are words I often hear when I ride a car or engage in an activity that involves risks. It is hard to imagine that using a computer is an activity that can involve risks. To quote Dan Geer, “A technology that can give you everything you want is a technology that can take away everything that you have.” Cyber threats are real. They are harmful activities that can destroy, steal, or disrupt data and digital life. Cybersecurity is vital in keeping computer systems and electronic data safe. To protect people, institutions, and their information, we need cybersecurity to protect all types of data from theft and loss. I was using computers at an early age. Back then, computer security was not a perceived issue yet. As the use of computers became popular, scammers and hackers started to emerge. After taking my first computer class during my sophomore year, I decided to pursue a degree in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity. Computers affect every aspect of our lives and can be a positive tool for change. It can further education, expand communication, and improve lives with automation. However, it can also trigger inequities, racism, cyberbullying, and unprotected access to personal data. By specializing in cybersecurity, I can help solve technical and social problems. Regulating how computers behave is critical in cybersecurity, but handling how humans and governments behave is just as important. Cybercrime has far-reaching consequences that can impact the economy and harm people.

Success is achieving my goals and getting great satisfaction from doing so. Most people associate success with money and wealth. I believe that success is a more personal accomplishment. Hard work and dedication are vital factors of success. Success in my career will mean graduating from a reputable school in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity and ultimately landing a job as a chief security officer capable of implementing cybersecurity solutions. A career in cybersecurity requires premium technical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and effective time management; however, the rewards for developing such skills are well worth the effort. Safety first are words I often hear when I ride a car or engage in an activity that involves risks. It is hard to imagine that using a computer is an activity that can involve risks. To quote Dan Geer, "A technology that can give you everything you want is [something] that can take away everything you have." Cyber threats are real. They are harmful activities that can destroy, steal, or disrupt data and digital life. Cybersecurity is vital in keeping computer systems and electronic data safe. To protect people, institutions, and their information, we need cybersecurity to protect all types of data from theft and loss. I was using computers at an early age. Back then, computer security was not a perceived issue yet. As the use of computers became popular, scammers and hackers started to emerge. I still remember stories about victims of the Nigerian prince scam emails. It is difficult to watch the trauma of the victims who lost their houses and savings. Scammers email potential victims asking to make advance payments or share personal information in return for a financial reward. My grandfather received this email. Thankfully, my grandfather did not give in to this trick. After taking my first computer class during my sophomore year, I decided to pursue a degree in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity. Computers affect every aspect of our lives and can be a positive tool for change. It can further education, expand communication, and improve lives with automation. However, it can also trigger inequities, racism, cyberbullying, and unprotected access to personal data. By specializing in cybersecurity, I can help solve technical and social problems. Regulating how computers behave is critical in cybersecurity, but handling how humans and governments behave is just as important. Cybercrime has far-reaching consequences that can impact the economy and harm people. It takes talented and well-informed people to do cybersecurity right. One must crunch numbers to get ahead of hackers and compile reports to identify threats. Cybersecurity can be challenging, but I am passionate about technology. With this scholarship, I can focus on my computer science studies and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and ethical integrity are essential to becoming a successful cybersecurity professional. These traits are critical in protecting critical data and mitigating cyber threats. With my proactive thinking of helping people in the modern digital world, I will fight cybercrime by helping protect privacy, protect the economy from financial loss, and defend national security from internal and external threats.

Success is achieving my goals and getting great satisfaction from doing so. Most people associate success with money and wealth. I believe that success is a more personal accomplishment. Hard work and dedication are vital factors of success. Success in my career will mean graduating from a reputable school in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity and ultimately landing a job as a chief security officer capable of implementing cybersecurity solutions. A career in cybersecurity requires premium technical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and effective time management; however, the rewards for developing such skills are well worth the effort. Safety first are words I often hear when I ride a car or engage in an activity that involves risks. It is hard to imagine that using a computer is an activity that can involve risks. To quote Dan Geer, "A technology that can give you everything you want is [something] that can take away everything you have." Cyber threats are real. They are harmful activities that can destroy, steal, or disrupt data and digital life. Cybersecurity is vital in keeping computer systems and electronic data safe. To protect people, institutions, and their information, we need cybersecurity to protect all types of data from theft and loss. I was using computers at an early age. Back then, computer security was not a perceived issue yet. As the use of computers became popular, scammers and hackers started to emerge. I still remember stories about victims of the Nigerian prince scam emails. It is difficult to watch the trauma of the victims who lost their houses and savings. Scammers email potential victims asking to make advance payments or share personal information in return for a financial reward. My grandfather received this email. Thankfully, my grandfather did not give in to this trick. After taking my first computer class during my sophomore year, I decided to pursue a degree in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity. Computers affect every aspect of our lives and can be a positive tool for change. It can further education, expand communication, and improve lives with automation. However, it can also trigger inequities, racism, cyberbullying, and unprotected access to personal data. By specializing in cybersecurity, I can help solve technical and social problems. Regulating how computers behave is critical in cybersecurity, but handling how humans and governments behave is just as important. Cybercrime has far-reaching consequences that can impact the economy and harm people. It takes talented and well-informed people to do cybersecurity right. One must crunch numbers to get ahead of hackers and compile reports to identify threats. Cybersecurity can be challenging, but I am passionate about technology. With this scholarship, I can focus on my computer science studies and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and ethical integrity are essential to becoming a successful cybersecurity professional. These traits are critical in protecting critical data and mitigating cyber threats. With my proactive thinking of helping people in the modern digital world, I will fight cybercrime by helping protect privacy, protect the economy from financial loss, and defend national security from internal and external threats.

“Safety first” are words I often hear when I ride a car or engage in an activity that involves risks. It is hard to imagine that using a computer is an activity that can involve risks. To quote Dan Geer, “A technology that can give you everything you want is a technology that can take away everything that you have.” Cyber threats are real. They are harmful activities that can destroy, steal, or disrupt data and digital life. Cybersecurity is vital in keeping computer systems and electronic data safe. To protect people, institutions, and their information, we need cybersecurity to protect all types of data from theft and loss. I was using computers at an early age. Back then, computer security was not a perceived issue yet. As the use of computers became popular, scammers and hackers started to emerge. I still remember stories about victims of the Nigerian prince scam emails. It is difficult to watch the trauma of the victims who lost their houses and savings. Scammers email potential victims asking to make advance payments or share personal information in return for a financial reward. My grandfather received this email. Thankfully, my grandfather did not give in to this trick. After taking my first computer class during my sophomore year, I decided to pursue a degree in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity. Computers affect every aspect of our lives and can be a positive tool for change. It can further education, expand communication, and improve lives with automation. However, it can also trigger inequities, racism, cyberbullying, and unprotected access to personal data. By specializing in cybersecurity, I can help solve technical and social problems. Regulating how computers behave is critical in cybersecurity, but handling how humans and governments behave is just as important. Cybercrime has far-reaching consequences that can impact the economy and harm people. It takes talented and well-informed people to do cybersecurity right. One has to crunch numbers to get ahead of hackers and compile reports to identify threats. Cybersecurity can be challenging, but I am passionate about technology. I plan to eventually take my master's degree to prepare for a leadership role in cybersecurity. With this scholarship, I can focus on my computer science studies and cybersecurity. With my proactive thinking of helping people in today’s digital world, I will fight cybercrime by helping protect people’s privacy, protect the economy from financial loss, and defend national security from internal and external threats.

“Safety first” are words I often hear when I ride a car or engage in an activity that involves risks. It is hard to imagine that using a computer is an activity that can involve risks. To quote Dan Geer, “A technology that can give you everything you want is a technology that can take away everything that you have.” Cyber threats are real. They are harmful activities that can destroy, steal, or disrupt data and digital life. Cybersecurity is vital in keeping computer systems and electronic data safe. To protect people, institutions, and their information, we need cybersecurity to protect all types of data from theft and loss. I was using computers at an early age. Back then, computer security was not a perceived issue yet. As the use of computers became popular, scammers and hackers started to emerge. I still remember stories about victims of the Nigerian prince scam emails. It is difficult to watch the trauma of the victims who lost their houses and savings. Scammers email potential victims asking to make advance payments or share personal information in return for a financial reward. My grandfather received this email. Thankfully, my grandfather did not give in to this trick. After taking my first computer class during my sophomore year, I decided to pursue a degree in computer science with a concentration in cybersecurity. Computers affect every aspect of our lives and can be a positive tool for change. It can further education, expand communication, and improve lives with automation. However, it can also trigger inequities, racism, cyberbullying, and unprotected access to personal data. By specializing in cybersecurity, I can help solve technical and social problems. Regulating how computers behave is critical in cybersecurity, but handling how humans and governments behave is just as important. Cybercrime has far-reaching consequences that can impact the economy and harm people. It takes talented and well-informed people to do cybersecurity right. One has to crunch numbers to get ahead of hackers and compile reports to identify threats. Cybersecurity can be challenging, but I am passionate about technology. I plan to eventually take my masters degree to prepare for a leadership role in cybersecurity. With this scholarship, I can focus on my computer science studies and cybersecurity. With my proactive thinking of helping people in today’s digital world, I will fight cybercrime by helping protect people’s privacy, protect the economy from financial loss, and defend national security from internal and external threats.