About Me

Hey! My full name is Emir Talha Yilmaz. I currently attend Rochester Institute Of Technology and major in both Cybersecurity and Political Science. I am from a Turkish, Karachay, and Laz background. I am currently seeking a Summer 2026 internship relating to my major(s). I am passionate about protecting systems and understanding the policies that shape them. I enjoy diving into cybersecurity topics like network defense, vulnerabilities, and secure design while also keeping a bigger picture view through policy and governance. I also do enjoy on the side some front-end developing and UX/UI design.

Skills

Experience

Education

  • Python/Java
    Developing tools, scripts, ai tools.
  • Vulnerability Detection
    Monitored using Wireshark, Nmap, Windows Server, etc.
  • HTML
    Developing Resumes, Portfolios, Company Sites..
  • Firebase
    Using Firebase hosting to create hosting/management for sites.
  • Adobe Cloud Products
    Ability to use Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro, etc.
  • Microsoft 365
    Familiar of Microsoft Suite Products.
  • Operating Systems
    Familiar use of Windows and Linux.
  • Full Stack Devloper @ Painappuru: Sep 2024 - Current
    Helped create and give pointers to create Painappuru Magazine.

    Currently my role is the UX designer/full-stack developer for Painappuru Magazine’s website. Furthermore, I manage the hosting and analyze data from the interactions on the website to create a better user experience.

    Key Responsibilities:
    • Designed and implemented website features using JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, and Git
    • Managed hosting and deployment through Firebase and FlipHTML
    • Collected and analyzed user behavior to improve website functionality
    • Built and maintained a Google Sheets-based contact database
    • Collaborated closely with team members to align technical work with our creative vision
  • 2024-2028
    Rochester Institute Of Technology - Bachelors of science in cybersecurity and secondary major in political science.
  • 2022-2024
    County College Of Morris - Completed cybersecurity completer's certification.
  • 2020-2024
    Butler High School - Completed diploma

Honors, Extracurriculars, Certifications

Honors

★ High School
- CyberStart America National Cyber Scholar (Awarded SANS training).
- CyberStart Finalist.
- CCM Dean’s Honor List (2022-2023).
★ College
- Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences Dean's List 2024 Fall Semester.
- College Of Liberal Arts Dean's List 2024 Fall Semeseter Deans List.
- Men Of Honor, Character, and Ambition (MOCHA) Member.

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Extracurriculars

★ College
- Turkish Student Association Communications Officer:
Leading outreach and community growth for RIT’s Turkish Student Association by organizing events, recruiting members, and strengthening cultural representation on campus.

- Men Of Honor, Character, and Ambition (MOCHA):
A selective program at RIT that empowers men of color through mentorship, leadership development, service, and academic excellence. Through MOCHA, I’m building skills in resilience, purposeful communication, and community leadership while growing the Turkish Student Association and contributing to campus life.

- RITSEC Club Member (Red Team):
Active participant in cybersecurity challenges, workshops, and team projects that sharpen technical and problem-solving skills.

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Certifications

★ MCVTS At County College Of Morris - Completer's Certification in Cybersecurity

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Portfolio

Illegal-Blondes - Anniversary Website

Coded in HTML, CSS, Javascript, and Firebase. This is a website I created for my girlfriend. This is meant to be a one year anniversary gift.

KIYAMET - DOOM PS2/PSX WIP

Made with Unity and coded with C#. I created this game for a final project in a CCM class. It is currently only a demo.

Painappuru - Art Magazine

Made with HTML, CSS, and Firebase. This is a webstie I created for a new art collective magazine featuring small artists based in New York - in collaboration with Pratt Institute Students. I am currently still working on this.

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Contact Me

emir.yilmaz.csip@gmail.com

201-873-9862

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