Sebastian Coburn

Sophomore · NJROTC Cadet · CyberPatriot National Competitor

A driven 16-year-old with a passion for cybersecurity, military service, and technology — seeking internships, scholarships, and mentorship opportunities in the tech industry.

About Me

Hi, I'm Sebastian! I'm a 16-year-old sophomore with a deep interest in cybersecurity and national service. Through NJROTC and the Air Force CyberPatriot program, I have developed hands-on experience protecting networks, analyzing threats, and working as part of a high-performance team.

I am actively looking to connect with professionals in the tech and defense industries who are willing to offer guidance, internship opportunities, or scholarship referrals. I bring discipline, curiosity, and a commitment to excellence to everything I do.

🎓EducationSophomore in High School
🌐InterestCybersecurity & Networking
🏅ProgramNJROTC Cadet
🇺🇸CompetitionCyberPatriot National

NJROTC

Naval Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (NJROTC)

As an NJROTC cadet, I participate in a rigorous program that develops leadership, citizenship, and personal responsibility. The program has instilled in me a strong work ethic, the ability to perform under pressure, and a commitment to service above self.

  • Leadership development and team command exercises
  • Physical fitness training and discipline
  • Drill and ceremony procedures
  • Civic and community service initiatives
  • Academic excellence standards required for advancement

CyberPatriot

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Air Force Association CyberPatriot

National Finalist

CyberPatriot is the nation's largest youth cyber education program, run by the Air Force Association. I have competed at the national level, which requires hardening operating systems, finding vulnerabilities, and defending virtual networks against real-world cyber threats — all under strict time constraints.

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Network Defense

Configured firewalls, patched vulnerable services, and secured Linux & Windows environments.

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Team Collaboration

Worked in a coordinated team to divide tasks and maximize score within a limited competition window.

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National Competition

Advanced to the national round, competing against the top teams from across the United States.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Linux Hardening85%
Windows Security80%
Network Fundamentals75%
Vulnerability Analysis70%

Technical

Command Line (Bash/PowerShell)75%
Python Scripting60%
Web Technologies65%
Git & Version Control60%
CybersecurityLinuxWindows ServerNetworkingPythonNJROTCTeam LeadershipCyberPatriotProblem SolvingTime ManagementDisciplinePublic Speaking

Education

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High School — Sophomore

Current · GPA maintained through rigorous academic schedule

  • Enrolled in advanced coursework aligned with STEM pathways
  • Active member of NJROTC unit, earning merit-based advancement
  • Competing in Air Force CyberPatriot at the national level
  • Pursuing certifications in network security and IT fundamentals
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NJROTC Training Program

Ongoing · Leadership and military science curriculum

  • Completing military science and leadership modules each semester
  • Regular drill, physical training, and leadership evaluations
  • Community service and civic engagement requirements

🎯 What I'm Looking For

I am currently attending the Air Force CyberPatriot National Competition Industry Talk, where students have the opportunity to speak directly with professionals, companies, and organizations in the tech and defense industries.

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Internships

Opportunities to gain real-world experience in cybersecurity or IT while still in high school.

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Scholarships

Financial assistance programs to support my education in computer science or cybersecurity.

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Mentorship

Guidance from professionals who can help shape my career path in the tech or defense sector.

Contact

Interested in offering an internship, scholarship, or just want to connect? I'd love to hear from you.

www.sebastiancoburn.com