Honor Society® member
Cassandra McAllister
- cybersecurity/information systems/ethical hacking/forensics/assurance planning
- Class of 2028
- Henderson, TX
Member since October 2026
About
I am an Information Technology student at South University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an emphasis in Cybersecurity. I currently maintain a 4.0 cumulative GPA and have earned recognition on the Chancellor’s List for six consecutive terms. After more than 30 years of experience in healthcare and additional experience in health information management, I am transitioning into cybersecurity with the same passion for helping and protecting others that has guided me throughout my professional life.
My interests include information security, social engineering awareness, threat analysis, and protecting sensitive information. I am committed to continued learning, professional certification, and developing the technical skills necessary to build a successful career in cybersecurity. Returning to college has also become an important personal achievement, demonstrating the value of perseverance, lifelong learning, and believing in my ability to accomplish new goals.
Education
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South University
Information Technology - Cybersecurity
2025 – Present
Honors and awards
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Chancellor's List - South University
Recognized on South University’s Chancellor’s List for six consecutive academic terms for outstanding academic achievement while maintaining a 4.0 cumulative GPA.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
My intended career path is in cybersecurity, with an initial goal of working as a cybersecurity or information security analyst. As I gain professional experience and industry certifications, I hope to advance into areas such as threat analysis, incident response, security operations, and ethical hacking. My long-term goal is to use my technical knowledge and experience to help organizations protect sensitive information, strengthen their security practices, and educate others about cybersecurity threats, including social engineering and online scams.
- Graduate school interests
After completing my bachelor’s degree, I am interested in pursuing graduate education that complements my career in information technology and cybersecurity. I am currently exploring graduate programs in cybersecurity, information technology, and business administration. My goal is to select a program that will strengthen both my technical knowledge and leadership skills while supporting continued advancement in my cybersecurity career.
- Outside the classroom
I enjoy spending quality time with family, traveling, writing and poetry, swimming, and learning new things. I have a strong curiosity and enjoy opportunities that allow me to expand my knowledge, experience new places and perspectives, and expressing myself creatively through writing.
Experience
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Certified Nurse Assistant
Autumn Leaves Nursing and Rehabilitation 321 Kilgore Drive Henderson, Texas 75652
Nov 2020 – Apr 2025
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Home Health Care Provider
At Home HealthCare 506 US-79 Henderson, Texas 75652
Feb 2015 – Apr 2022
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Certified Nurse Assistant
Henderson Health and Rehabilitation 1010 W. Main Henderson, Texas 75652
Jan 1994 – Feb 2017
Languages
- English (US) Fluent
