Currently Open For Work

Hayden Murphey

I am recent Computer Science Graduate from James Madison University looking for an intro role in the Cybersecurity field. I bring a unique variety of skills to the table that transcends just the computer world.

My Favorite Deployments

Projects, tools and more that I have made.

Example Project

SIEM Analytics Dashboard

Enterprise security information and event management (SIEM) analytics dashboard with real-time threat detection, automated incident response workflows, and comprehensive security metrics visualization. Built with security-first principles including role-based access control, encrypted data transmission, and audit logging.

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SIEM Analytics Dashboard
Academic Project

Autonomous Search & Rescue Navigation System for ROS2 TurtleBot 3

Developed a robust algorithmic movement system in Python using ROS2 to simulate high-stakes search and rescue operations. This project centered on a custom autonomous function that orchestrated a TurtleBot 3 through a dynamic environment to locate and identify victims. Tested in a competition environemnt.

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Autonomous Search & Rescue Navigation System for ROS2 TurtleBot 3
Academic Project

Fixture Flow

Fixture Flow is a personalized, accessibility-first web application designed to solve "information overload" in sports tracking. While most soccer platforms overwhelm users with dense layouts and unnecessary data, Fixture Flow prioritizes a clean, curated experience. Users can select their favorite teams and leagues to create a bespoke home screen that delivers real-time scores and upcoming schedules at a glance.

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Fixture Flow

HOME LABS

Cybersecurity Playground

Homelab work dedicated to practicing my skills in an applicable way.

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FIRST OBJECTIVES

  • Collect incident artifacts from Azure Activity and Storage logs
  • Replay the intrusion timeline entirely with KQL queries
  • Deploy a Logic App playbook that locks compromised storage keys

ACADEMIC JOURNEY

Education & Certifications

From computer science foundations to cybersecurity expertise. My journey through academic excellence, professional certifications, and organizations.

Undergraduate Degree

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2022 - 2025

Bachelor in Computer Science

James Madison University

With this degree, I received my formal education in the areas of comptuation that provides the backbone of Cybersecurity including computer systems, operating systems, programming languages, and data structures.

Academic Projects:

  • PintOS: team collaboration with milestones and code reviews. My group and I implemented user-mode processes, expanded syscalls, and improved the timer subsystem for improved CPU utilization.
  • Built a fully client-side web app that performs CRUD with localStorage persistance and integrates with third-party APIs via asynchronous JavaScript.
  • Completed an algorithmic movement system utilizing ROS2 in Python for TurtleBot 3 to simulate real world scenarios of search and rescue with custom built autonomous function.
  • For more see projects tab!

Professional Certifications & Organizations

ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity

ISC2|Completed Feb 2025

An industry-recognized certification validating a foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices. This credential demonstrates proficiency in security operations, network security, and risk management. It signifies a commitment to the ISC2 Code of Ethics and a mastery of the essential technical skills required to protect organizational assets in an evolving threat landscape.

Association for Computing Machinery

ACM|Member since 2025

An active member of the world's leading professional organization for computer science and information technology. Membership signifies a commitment to the ACM Code of Ethics and professional excellence in the computing field. This affiliation provides access to the world’s largest digital library of computing research, keeping my technical knowledge at the forefront of industry-leading innovations and peer-reviewed standards.

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COMING SOON

CompTIA A+

CompTIA|Planned 2026

A globally recognized, vendor-neutral certification that establishes the industry standard for launching IT careers and supporting today’s hybrid workforce. This credential validates foundational skills across key technologies, confirming expertise in configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining hardware, software, operating systems, and networks, while ensuring security and operational efficiency across a diverse range of devices and platforms.

COMING SOON

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA|Planned 2026

A globally recognized, vendor-neutral certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. This credential confirms expertise in assessing the security posture of an enterprise environment, recommending and implementing appropriate security solutions, and monitoring and securing hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, and IoT.

COMING SOON

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA|Planned 2026

A vendor-neutral certification validating the essential knowledge and skills needed to confidently design, configure, manage, and troubleshoot any wired or wireless network. This credential confirms expertise in networking fundamentals, including IPv4/IPv6 addressing, DNS, and DHCP, alongside a strong grasp of network security, cloud computing concepts, and critical infrastructure resilience.

TIMELINE

Professional Experience

From experience in Civil Engineering to formal academic education and work in Computer Science. Each experience shaped my analytical approach to cyber defense giving me a balanced sight to physical and technical security.

May 2025 - Present

Software Validation - AI Trainer

DataAnnotation · Freelance Remote

Reviewed, corrected, and validated code results against specifications and test cases to improve quality. Worked extensively with JSON and Node.js to reproduce issues, debug logica errors, and verify fixes.

Key Achievements:

  • Worked on over 15 different AI projects to improve quality
  • Analyzed thousands of data points to spot trends and recognize faults
  • Implemented automated quantitative analysis programs with Python
October 2022 - July 2023

Assistant Researcher

MusicCPR · Part-time

Coordinated with professors on solving various bugs within the site. Conducted independent testing on the site using my background in music.

Key Achievements:

  • Balanced being a full time college student with learning the ins and outs of web development
  • Indentified key musical instrument redudencies
May 2021 - Aug 2025

Geotechnical Technician

Townes Site Engineering · Full-time

Worked along a team of engineers and other geotechs to complete contracted work by various construction sites. With this I conducted independent testings/inspections on site and in lab on materials including soil, concrete, and steel.

Key Achievements:

  • Performed inspections on job sites containing over 8 billion dollars of infrastructure
  • Worked on over 30 different job sites
  • Developed exceptional teamwork skills to complete tasks required in contracts
  • Completed over 3000 different independent tests on concrete.

WRITEUPS

My Logs

My recent discoveries in the world of cybersecurity.