Passionate about using computers to solve complex problems, I am addicted to dreaming of new ways to approach these problems. If you read Myers-Briggs Type Indicator jargon, I'm an INTP, constantly looking for opportunities to grow my understanding of the world and the people within it. As such, I am working on my PhD in Computer Science: examining methods of understanding how users and systems interact toward optimizing and creating safer human-computer systems. In addition, I am working with Cisco using my understanding of machine learning techniques and machine learning algorithms to develop scalable probabilistic learning models which detect cyber-security threats. Using machine learning and concepts from natural language processing and signal processing we are able to design products and services which are able to intelligently adapt to and mitigate evolving threats. I've heavily focused on the theoretical side of problem solving because knowing "why" is just as important to me as knowing "how". For the majority of my career, I've provided consultation services to Fortune 500 companies related to information security and access management working with everything from biometric devices, to mining huge databases filled with juicy data, to writing massive technical documentation about eye-crossing business processes. I can also claim a breadth of experience that samples from areas such as management, assembly line production, graphic design, and audio-visual creation and production. My track record spans from small consulting companies to large corporations, and my technical expertise similarly spans the entire SDLC.

Data Scientist @ • Wrangle large amounts of unstructured and semi-structured data • Engineer robust threat-detection models in Java, Python, R, Hadoop MapReduce, and Spark • Research state of the science and productize advanced data science methods in an Agile lifecycle • Prototype BigData solutions to security problems • Co-presenter for Cisco at Hadoop Summit 2015 • Presenter for Cisco at Wolfram Data Summit 2015 Keywords: Data Exploration, Data Wrangling, Data Extraction, Feature Engineering, Feature Selection, Data Cleansing, Model Development, Model Testing, Model Deployment, Cyber-Security, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Apache NiFi From February 2015 to Present (11 months) Application Development Team Lead / Software Developer Analyst | Enterprise Interoperability @ • Used machine-learning/computer vision concepts to map different images to a single target image • Prototyped image-mapping algorithm in JavaScript, implemented in C# • Architected custom SQL scripts to perform metrics of key business operation systems • Created a Single-Order Markov Chain to represent user activity of a typical meta-workflow on a system • Developed a custom Single Sign On integration solution in ASP.NET • Assisted the design of next-generation user experience with knockout.js, AngularJS and jQuery • Managed external data integration with enterprise service bus architecture using HL7 standards • Prototyped iOS and Android apps on shared and native frameworks • Engineered a 3-step workflow application in MVC4 using custom server state logic (no JavaScript) • Helped spearhead effort in continuous learning paths for developer team • Researched and provided consultation on methodology for Secure Code Reviews in SDLC • Drove agile integration projects in health business environment • Reduced overhead time through the use of agile project management methods • Delivered quality integration design and solutions to internal clients • Serve as liaison between business and technical teams • Design, code, test, and document software systems • Use leadership skills to manage and lead multiple larger development projects • Mentor Software Developers to promote their growth technically and professionally Keywords: Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Mobile Development, ObjectiveC, User-Behavior Analytics, Ad-Hoc Reports Generation, .NET, MVC4, BizTalk, Angular, Knockout, Integration, HL7, XML, .NET, Linq, XPath, Agile, Kanban From January 2013 to February 2015 (2 years 2 months) IT Developer/Engineer III | Cybersecurity US Public Sector @ • Develop web-applications to facilitate the demonstration of core identity and access management workflow processes • Engineer next-generation cyber-security leveraged services • Service existing customer identity and access management solutions • Provide guidance to customers regarding identity and access management processes • Assist in the creation of Requests for Proposal and documentation supporting projects • Represented HP Assured Identity+ Product at GovSec 2011 Keywords: Biometric Software, Identity Credential and Access Management, Role Mining, Reverse Engineering, Product Configuration, Product Customization, Product Branding, Two-Factor Authentication From February 2011 to December 2012 (1 year 11 months) Cybersecurity Consultant @ • Provided cyber-security consultation services to Fortune 500 clients (United Airlines, EDS/HP, Xerox Corporation) • Created technical documentation to describe software requirements and design • Developed tested and deployed software solutions using different code platforms • Provide technical guidance for product development • Worked with Fortune 500 airline to manage security initiatives • Develop, test, and deploy various custom software solutions using Java, Grails, .NET, Spring, and Node.js • Assisted in creation of company vision and business strategy • Created corporate visual representation • Research and develop prototype next-generation security concepts Keywords: Identity Credential and Access Management, Role Mining, Reverse Engineering, Product Configuration, Product Customization, Product Branding, Java, Grails, Xpress, Sun Identity Manager, Sun Role Manager From November 2007 to February 2011 (3 years 4 months) Operations Manager/Art Director @ • Supervised and trained graphic design, production, and delivery teams • Created graphical intellectual property used for creating printed products • Managed production lifecycle of several facilities • Boosted sales revenue through the creation of electronic marketing materials • Registered intellectual property with governing licensing/copyright bodies Keywords: Graphic Design, People Management, Logistics, Intellectual Property Registration, Workflow and Process Standardization, Inventory Management, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Color Separation, Screen Printing From May 2005 to November 2007 (2 years 7 months)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Computer Science @ LSU From 2013 to 2018 B.Sc., Computer Science (Scientific Concentration), Minor in Mathematics @ Southeastern Louisiana University From 2010 to 2013 High School Diploma, High School/Secondary Diploma Programs @ Central Private High School From 1998 to 2002 CourseraCoursera Chester Parrott is skilled in: Software Development, Databases, .NET, Integration, Enterprise Software, Java, Testing, Identity Management, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Hadoop, Information Security, Management, Predictive Analytics, Data Mining, Apache Spark, Python, Data Science