2324T1 Tokyo/Participant Information/Tan Jing Zhi
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About Yourself
SMU email: jingzhi.tan.2021@scis.smu.edu.sg
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeijii/
Academic Year: Year 2 (2021)
Degree: BSc Computer Science (Cybersecurity)
Why Virtual TSM?
- What motivates you to join TSM?
Having been on mostly public sector and research internships (#techforpublicgood), I've developed a deep understanding of their work pace and culture. However, I'm eager to challenge myself and experience the dynamic work culture of a startup. I would like to take this opportunity and immerse myself in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
- Where would you like to visit?
It is my dream to rent an old white two door corolla with black accents and drive in a mountain pass delivering tofu.
Starting a business
- What types of business interest you?
Being immersed in the realm of Cybersecurity, I find businesses that provide domain knowledge and expertise to their clients especially important. Companies like Blackpanda, GroupIB offer expertise and knowledge in-house teams are unable to provide. Being able to focus on a single domain and doing well is something i aspire to achieve.
- What plans do you have in starting a business?
When my bond ends, my goal is to have acquired extensive knowledge and skills in the cybersecurity industry, with the aim of establishing my own consultancy firm. With this, I hope to provide high-quality cybersecurity services tailored to the specific needs of SMEs and startups, helping to protect their digital assets from the ever-evolving threat landscape. I strongly believe that cybersecurity is not a matter of if, but a matter of when. Only 15% of firms surveyed globally are equipped to defend against online threats: Cisco. All companies, regardless of size, should prioritize security to avoid data breaches, financial loss, and reputational damage.
Past Experiences (optional)
Internships:
- Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies (May' 23 -)
- GovTech - Cyber Security Group, Advanced Cybersecurity Capabilities (May'22 - Aug '22)
- Scantist (Sep'18 - Oct'18)
- Cybersecurity Researchers of Waikato (CROW), University of Waikato (May'18 - Aug'18)
- Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies (Mar'18 - May'18)
Other Relevant Work Experience:
- Teaching Assistant - CS445 Cyber Threat Intelligence
CCA:
- SMU Whitehats Society - President: (Aug '22 - )
- SMU Ellipsis - Technology Director: (Jan '23 - )
- SMU Whitehats Society - Technology Executive: (Aug '21 - Aug '22)
- SMU Ellipsis - Technology Executive: (Jan '22 - Dec '23)
Competitions:
- 1'st Runner Up - 11th Singapore Cyber Conquest
Other Achievements:
- Outstanding Project Award for CS203
- GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN)
- GIAC Advisory Board
