Honor Society® member
David Bracey
- information technology
- Class of 2026
- LARUINBURG, NC
Member since February 2025
About
My name is David A. Bracey III, I am currently studying Information Technology with a Cybersecurity concentration at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. I maintain a GPA of 3.81 while dedicating myself to academic success and individual development.
I have successfully completed more than 70 credit hours at different institutions while maintaining my dedication to my academic targets. My main strength lies in my ability to persevere because I understand that dedicated work combined with flexibility and learning from mistakes leads to enduring achievement.
I strongly believe in cybersecurity because it serves as an essential defense mechanism to safeguard people and systems and protect information. The combination of advanced programming knowledge with data structures expertise and systems administration skills and network communication training prepares me for the evolving technology environment of the future.
My professional development remains my main priority while I actively participate in activities that enhance my knowledge base and service to others. I feel privileged to be part of the Honor Society while looking forward to developing my skills as a student and leader and future cybersecurity professional.
Education
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University of North Carolina of Pembroke
information technology
2024 – 2026
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Richmond Community College
Associates of arts
2022 – 2024
Honors and awards
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Chancellor’s List
Spring 2025, Awarded for exceptional academic achievement at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke (GPA 3.8+).
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Dean’s List
Spring 2024, Recognized for academic excellence (GPA 3.8+)
Goals and interests
- Career goal
My intended job path is to move from technical support into cybersecurity operations or analysis, where I can help organizations defend against cyber threats and ensure data integrity.
- Graduate school interests
Looking ahead, I’m also exploring graduate programs in cybersecurity or information technology to further specialize and expand my impact in the field. I’m excited about opportunities for research, advanced certifications, and leadership roles that align with my commitment to lifelong learning.
- Outside the classroom
Cybersecurity Labs & Challenges
I enjoy solving hands-on security labs, participating in CTF (Capture the Flag) events, and learning how to defend against real-world cyber threats.Programming Projects
Whether it’s building small applications or experimenting with Java and Python, I like creating tools that sharpen my skills and solve real problems.Music & Band Participation
I have a background in music and have been part of university band programs. Music has helped me develop discipline, creativity, and collaboration.Fitness & Wellness
Staying active through walking and fitness routines helps me maintain focus, manage stress, and bring balance to my academic and professional life.Technology & Troubleshooting
As a Help Desk Analyst, I enjoy tinkering with hardware, diagnosing system issues, and helping others understand technology.Learning New Tech Tools
I'm always curious about emerging tools, apps, or platforms—especially those that make life more efficient or secure.
Experience
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Help Desk analyst
First Health of the Carolinas. Still currently employed.
Jul 2024 – Jun 2025
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Team Lead
Walmart
Feb 2022 – Jul 2024
Volunteering
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Truck washer
Fire Department, City of Laurinburg
Jan 2011 – Jan 2012
Languages
- English (US) Fluent
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