// Cybersecurity Engineer
Ezekiel Whatley
B.S. Cybersecurity Engineering · University of Delaware · Class of 2027
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13+Languages
NASAResearcher
CTFCompetitor
3+Years Exp
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About Me
Rising senior in Cybersecurity Engineering at the University of Delaware with strong Python skills and hands-on experience automating workflows using Bash and Docker. I've developed reproducible pipelines and custom tooling for logic locking and attack simulations in NASA-funded research and delivered metrics-driven documentation for lunar resource projects.
I'm familiar with relational and NoSQL databases, unit testing frameworks, and cloud services. Currently seeking a DevOps Software Internship to build tools and APIs for performance metrics on IoT devices.
I'm familiar with relational and NoSQL databases, unit testing frameworks, and cloud services. Currently seeking a DevOps Software Internship to build tools and APIs for performance metrics on IoT devices.
NameEzekiel Whatley
LocationCamden, DE
UniversityUDel · 2027
MajorCybersecurity Eng.
HonorsDean's List
FocusDevOps · IoT · Security
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Experience
Jan 2026 – Present
Systems Engineering & Design Intern
Cislune (Delaware Space Grant) · Remote
- Supported a scoped engineering project in lunar resource and construction technology by developing Python-based tooling for tracking weekly performance metrics.
- Contributed to NASA LunaRecycle Challenge Phase 2 by organizing and presenting submission materials.
- Translated prototype and digital twin details into reviewer-friendly slides and short memos.
- Created traceable documentation linking measurement points to model inputs, outputs, and verification notes.
- Collaborated across Git-based workflows and leveraged Docker containers to improve reporting consistency.
May 2025 – Present
Lead Researcher
NASA Research Internship · Newark, DE
- Engineered original logic locking tools in Python and Go, and built a reproducible SAT/SLE attack pipeline to validate security claims.
- Discovered new scaling laws for Diversification-Through Layering to improve resilience against attacks.
- Authored first general SKGLock+ implementation; co-developing Trojan detection methods.
- Prepared research manuscript for submission to ISCAS25 for academic review on Hardware Security.
Nov 2024 – May 2025
Undergraduate Researcher
Logic Locking Modules Research · Newark, DE
- Collaborated with Dr. Satwik to integrate Logic Locking Modules with OpenAI frameworks.
- Developed hardware designs secured against AI-driven intrusions on IoT systems using System Verilog and Python.
May 2023 – Present
Lead Designer
UD IT Website Project · Newark, DE
- Spearheaded the redesign of the UD Parking Services website to meet ADA and HTML policy standards.
- Implemented backend database integrations for real-time availability updates.
- Managed project deadlines and board requirements for website aesthetics and functionality.
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Skills & Arsenal
Languages
Security
DevOps & Engineering
Professional
Tools
Coursework
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Activities
Blue Hens CTF
Team Member
May 2023 – Present
Collaborate weekly to solve live Capture The Flag challenges backed by major industry sponsors. Analyze and execute solutions for challenges involving ethical hacking, reverse engineering, and penetration testing.
NSBE
General Member
Sep 2023 – Present
Attended networking events with engineering companies including Deloitte, JP Morgan and Exelon to build professional connections in STEM fields.
NAACP
Community Chair
Sep 2024 – May 2025
Planned and set up various community events with schools in Delaware to help spread awareness about NAACP.
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