Cybersecurity student · Penn State · Class of 2029
Tyler Flurer
Minoring in security and risk analysis.
About
Who I am, and where I'm headed
I'm Tyler, a sophomore at Penn State studying cybersecurity with a minor in security and risk analysis. I like understanding how things actually work, whether that's a network packet, a training program, or an AI model. Outside of class, I train in strength and MMA, and get outside for snowmobiling and snowboarding when the weather cooperates.
CCSO and CTP round out my time outside class, though it's a lighter commitment than it looks: a CTP meeting most weeks, a CCSO meeting every couple weeks. I'm looking to get more involved in both going forward. Beyond that, I want to keep building technical skill through small projects on my own, and lean further into how I use AI as a tool, not just to speed things up, but to actually understand what I'm building.
Education
Where I'm studying
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park
Intended B.S. Cybersecurity, Intended Minor in Security and Risk Analysis
Experience
Where the time's gone
Learning Assistant, Introduction to Application Development
- Debug student Python code and diagnose logic and syntax errors in one-on-one and small-group sessions during class and weekly office hours.
- Grade programming assignments and deliver written feedback aligned with course learning objectives.
- Collaborate with the instructor and fellow Learning Assistants to plan classroom activities and address recurring points of student difficulty.
Landscaping Crew Member
- Collaborated in small crews maintaining residential and commercial properties through full landscape redesigns, trimming, and seasonal maintenance.
- Trained new team members on equipment and procedures while completing independent assignments on tight deadlines.
Machine Operator
- Loaded and unloaded metal parts into CNC machines to support production goals.
- Maintained safe working practices operating heavy machinery in a fast-paced environment.
Involvement
Outside the classroom
Competitive Cyber Security Organization (CCSO)
- Attend meetings and hands-on workshops covering offensive and defensive security, network security, system hardening, and incident response, alongside Capture the Flag challenges and the club’s structured education track.
Consultant Training Program (CTP)
- Completed sessions on consulting fundamentals led by NLCG members and alumni, including case preparation, mock interviews, and structured problem solving methods applied to real business scenarios.
Skills