NEWBURGH – Jameson Surashi of Hopewell Junction, N.Y., majoring in cybersecurity at Mount Saint Mary's University, has been awarded an internship at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, setting his future plans in motion. brought about.
As a cybersecurity analyst intern during the fall 2022 semester, Suraci completed log analysis using software programs such as Microsoft Sentinel and Azure, as well as tracking malicious activity on West Point's network to track failed attacks. I have identified some software.
Like other seniors, Surasi is scheduled to graduate in a few weeks on Saturday, May 18, 2024. He is already working to secure his position at West Point and is very appreciative of the possibility.
“We want to protect our infrastructure from domestic and foreign threats,” he explained.
At the Mount, Slusi was a familiar face on the dean's list and was named both a Ralph Scholar and an Aquinas Scholar, recognitions given to the university's most outstanding students. Outside of the classroom, he is a member of Upsilon Pai, the International Honor Society for Computing and Information Fields, and fellow cybersecurity majors in New York, Kyle Macaluso of Windsor and Xavier Rodriguez of Hackettstown. He also hosted his club Bite Nights in college. , New Jersey.
It may come as a surprise to those who know of his aptitude for cybersecurity, but there was a time when Suraci wasn't sure what he wanted to major in. But it was his parents, both of whom worked for his IBM for a long time, who helped him achieve his goals. A turning point in his life.
“One day, my father [suggested that] You have to consider cybersecurity,” he explained. “Honestly, I had never heard of cybersecurity or thought about getting a job in the IT field. I declared myself a cybersecurity major and jumped right in. I don't regret my decision. I am very blessed with the opportunities my parents and I have had.”
Although he has been successful in all respects as a student, at times, Surashi's path was not easy. Like many who started college in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic took a toll on his morale. But during those difficult times, Surasi persevered.
“With God's strength, discipline, and determination, I was able to put all my worries aside and focus on why I wanted to major in cybersecurity: the government's position in protecting our country,” Surashi explained. .
Mount's cybersecurity program provides practical skills to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities in software, operating systems, networks, and more. A cybersecurity major or concentration at the Mount can lead to a career in technology, security software, defense, business, and more, as well as government (like the one Suraci is pursuing).
Although Surasi will be sad to no longer be a student at the Mount, she is grateful for the professors who helped her along the way. One such mentor is Sagar Raina, Associate Professor of Information Technology. Surasi first met with Raina in 2020 to discuss the possibility of enrolling in the Mt.'s cybersecurity program.
“Since that day, Dr. Raina has not only become my mentor but also a close friend,” Surasi explained. “Dr. Raina ensures excellence for the students who enroll in his courses. He has achieved this excellence through passion, dedication, determination, and dedication to his students. Dr. Raina ensures that you will This is the kind of person who will sit with you for hours to help you understand a subject you are struggling with, or just to chat with.”
He added, “I have the utmost respect for Dr. Raina and all the professors who dedicate their time to the success of their students and those around them. Without the faculty at Mt. is not here now.”