Collin R.

Gross
10401 Horseshoe Lake Rd. Toddville, IA 52341 United States 319.389.8236 crgross@iastate.edu

GOAL

To obtain a full time job beginning the summer of 2014 that will utilize the networking, information security, and coding skills I have acquired at Iowa State University

EDUCATION

Iowa State University BS: Computer Engineering GPA: 3.01

Ames, IA Graduating Spring 2014

SKILLS

C, C++, Java, Android, VHDL, and Verilog programming, Backtrack and Kali usage for testing of networks and security

PROJECTS
Working as part of a team to design an Android application written in Java that acts as a basketball playbook for coaches and players using. During project development, we used proven software development skills including requirement lists and proper documentation. Used the iRobot platform to explore embedded systems; the final class project was an application to control the iRobot remotely through a keyboard, using visual and sensory input. Designed and implemented single-cycle and pipelined processors using VHDL. Using the C programming language, programmed a computer to receive and respond to input from a wiimote, allowing the user to navigate an on-screen keyboard and move through a maze. Designed and created data structures such as linked lists and arrays. Cedar Rapids, IA May 2013 Present

WORK EXPERIENCE Rockwell Collins

Undergraduate Technical Intern Senior

Prepared and utilized testing environments in secure and non-secure labs Debugged issues in code and worked with security software under requirements provided by the customer Created penetration testing suite using Kali Linux Performed integration and test rig setup ISU IT Services Ames, IA IT Specialist February 2012 August 2013 Met with customers on appointment, fixing software and networking issues and helping them to understand how to avoid the issue in the future and fix it if it arises again Answered phone calls and assisted callers with software and internet connectivity issues remotely European Motors, LTD. Cedar Rapids, IA Auto Detailer June 2011 August 2011 Detailed the interiors and exteriors of cars, including vacuuming, cleaning upholstery, washing, waxing, and touch-ups to the paint; special attention was paid to the customer-specific requirements Old Navy Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, IA Sales Associate June 2010 May 2011 Served approximately 100 customers a day at a retail clothing store. This included helping them find sizes, processing returns, general customer service, and completing final sales ISU Cyclone Football Varsity Marching Band (2009 2013) (Leadership: Fall 2011 Spring 2013) ISU Mens Volleyball Club member (2010 present) (President Fall 2012 Spring 2013)

ACTIVITIES