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Portrait of Yvenet Marcelus

Honor Society® member

Yvenet Marcelus

  • cybersecurity/information systems/ethical hacking/forensics/assurance planning
  • Class of 2024
  • fort lauderdale, Florida

Member since August 2019

About

Information technology, security, and privacy professional focused on managing
evolving cybersecurity threats. Stay abreast with current and emerging industry-related
IT security regulations and compliance standards. Reduce risk while complying with
regulatory regimes and organizational policy.

Education

  • Strayer University

    Information Technology

    2018 – 2024

  • Stranahan High School

    computer information systems

    1998 – 2002

Honors and awards

  • dean's list

    The Dean's List is a prestigious academic honor awarded to college or university students who achieve exceptional academic performance during a specific term.

  • president's list

    The President's List Award is a prestigious academic recognition given to students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement at the university level.

  • honor roll

    The Honor Roll award is a formal recognition given by schools to students who meet specific academic performance criteria, such as achieving a minimum GPA or demonstrating excellence across subjects, during a defined grading period.

  • honor society

    Honor Society is a national academic and professional organization that recognizes achievement and supports motivated students and professionals through scholarships, career development tools, networking opportunities, and member benefits.

  • phi theta kappa honor society

    Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is the official honor society for two‑year colleges, recognized by the American Association of Community Colleges since 1929.

  • golden key international honour society

    Golden Key International Honour Society is the world’s largest collegiate honor society for undergraduate and graduate students, recognizing the top 15% of academic performers across more than 400 universities worldwide.

  • the national society of collegiate scholars (nscs)

    The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) is a national, nonprofit academic honor society that recognizes high‑achieving first‑ and second‑year college students for outstanding scholarship, leadership, and service.

  • the society for collegiate leadership & achievement (scla)

    The Society for Collegiate Leadership & Achievement (SCLA) is an accredited academic honor society that recognizes high‑achieving college students and helps them build career‑ready skills, leadership abilities, and professional networks.

Goals and interests

Career goal

Aspiring Penetration Tester and AI Penetration Tester developing skills in offensive security, ethical hacking, and emerging AI vulnerabilities. Currently preparing for the PenTest+ certification to enter the cybersecurity workforce and specialize in web application testing, cloud exploitation, adversarial AI attacks, and intelligent system red teaming. Committed to advancing ethical hacking practices and strengthening the security of next‑generation technologies.

Graduate school interests

Focused on a career path in Penetration Testing, AI Red Teaming, and offensive security roles such as Vulnerability Analyst, Offensive Security Engineer, and Adversarial AI Tester. Long‑term academic interests include pursuing graduate studies in Cybersecurity, AI Safety, Digital Forensics, or advanced security engineering at institutions such as NSU, FIU, UM, or SU. Dedicated to continuous learning and contributing to the future of secure intelligent systems.

Outside the classroom

Hobbies include reading, online chess strategy, recreational basketball, and fitness training.

Experience

  • Car Wash Attendant

    Hertz

    Jan 2026

  • SOC Analyst Learning Path

    LetsDefend.com

    Jul 2025 – Nov 2025

  • Order Puller

    Forecast Trading Corporation/SMP

    Sep 2022

  • Order Puller

    Randstad

    May 2022 – Sep 2022

  • Software Engineer

    Revature

    Mar 2022 – Apr 2022

  • Rental Car Driver

    ABM Industries

    Jan 2022 – Mar 2022

  • Line Cook/Pantry Cook

    Roadhouse Grill

    May 2002 – Jul 2003

  • Prep Cook/Line Cook

    TGI Fridays

    Oct 2001 – May 2002

  • Team Member

    Little Caesars Pizza

    Jul 2001 – Sep 2001

  • Line Cook/Pantry Cook/Pizza Cook/Sauté Cook/Prep Cook/ Dishwasher

    Buca di Beppo

    Feb 2000 – Jun 2001

  • Café Worker

    Liberties Fine Books, Music & Café

    Jan 1999 – Dec 1999

Volunteering

  • Assisted clinical and administrative staff in a fast‑paced medical office by supporting patient intake, organizing records, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and helping coordinate daily office operations. Provided compassionate, professional interaction with patients, ensured smooth appointment flow, and upheld confidentiality and HIPAA standards. Contributed to a positive patient experience while gaining hands‑on exposure to healthcare procedures, medical documentation, and front‑office workflow.

    Dr. Darrell F. Weatherly, DO

    Jan 2002 – Mar 2002

Languages

  • English (US) Fluent