Dheeraj Indela

Aspiring computer engineer applying skills in networking and cybersecurity to support and advance Department of War initiatives.

Networking Intern - Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) - Fort Meade, Maryland

(2026-05 - 2026-07)

• Analyzed network infrastructure by tracing connections between routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Verified device connectivity and network configurations within a laboratory environment.
• Assisted in developing network topology diagrams to accurately represent network infrastructure.

Cybersecurity Intern - PEO C3N (Program Executive Office Command, Control, Communications & Network) - Aberdeen, Maryland

(2025-06 - 2025-08)

• Identified and exploited known vulnerabilities in intentionally vulnerable virtual machines to simulate real-world cyberattacks and assess system resilience in a controlled environment.
• Utilized Metasploit, custom Python scripts, and DVWA (Damn Vulnerable Web Application) to perform vulnerability scanning command execution during penetration testing exercises.
• Strengthened understanding of network security, system hardening, and threat mitigation techniques.

Scholar - DOD Defense Civilian Training Corps (DCTC) Scholar Program

(2024-08)

• Selected for a highly competitive Department of War (DoW) pilot program; a scholarship-for service program specializing in acquisition, STEM, and policy.
• Engaging in multidisciplinary coursework and projects focused on DoW acquisition for more secure and efficient defense and critical national security challenges.

Master's Degree - Cybersecurity Engineering - University of Maryland (2027-05)

Bachelor's Degree - Computer Engineering (Networking & Cybersecurity Focus) - Virginia Tech (2026-05)