Brandon Wolfe
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology
Class of 2029
B.S./M.S. in Cybersecurity
- Related Coursework: Intro to Cybersecurity, Routing and Switching I, Software Development I & II
Experience
Webmaster and Board Member | ISSA Puget Sound
March 2023 - August 2024
- Managed website through WordPress
- Implemented front- and back-end solutions and recommendations from board members
- Contributed to strategic planning for the chapter's future
Lifeguard | Mercer Island Country Club
June 2021 - June 2025
- CPR/AED/Lifeguard certified June 2021; recertified March 2023 and December 2024
- Inspected pool equipment and facilities to maintain cleanliness and safety
- Enforced pool rules, ensuring a safe environment
- Collaborated with staff to coordinate daily operations
- Accumulated 600+ hours of service
Lifeguard | Seattle Parks and Recreation (Seasonal)
June 2024 - August 2025
- NW test certified June 2024
- Ensured public safety and smooth beach operations
- Performed daily fitness training and emergency drills
- Conducted maintenance of facilities and beach area
- Lead training for junior staff in both passive and active boat and paddleboard rescues
- Accumulated 500+ hours of service
- Recommended for promotion, August 2025
Cybersecurity
Awards
- National Cyber Scholar, placed #3 in Washington State
- CyberStart Gold Award
- CyberPatriot XVI Platinum placement (top 150 in Semifinals)
- GIAC GFACT - certified
- IT Specialist – certified
Competitions
- DoD Cyber Sentinel June 2025, placed #10 out of 2100 overall
- NCAE Cyber 2025, placed #2 in East Overflow Region
- RITSEC CTF 2025, placed 48th out of 305 teams
- SILLYCTF 2025, placed 12th out of 50 teams
- BugCrowdCTF 2025, placed 19th out of 61 teams
Technical Skills
- Languages: Java, C++, Python, HTML, CSS
- Technologies: Steghide, Wireshark, Hashcat, Ghidra, Cisco Packet Tracer, WordPress, MS Office Suite