Resume | Wolfgang Andrew
Wolfgang Andrew Smeader Araya

Wolfgang Andrew Smeader Araya

Cybersecurity Student & IT Enthusiast

Santa Ana, San Jose, Costa Rica

Professional Summary

Wolfgang Andrew is a cybersecurity student and technology enthusiast with a growing interest in computer systems, information security, and web technology. He enjoys learning how technology works, building practical skills, and exploring the ways systems can be designed, secured, and improved. Alongside his studies, he is a competitive Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athlete, an experience that has helped him develop discipline, persistence, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement.

Employment Availability

Employment type: Full-time or Part-time
Available from: Dec 1, 2026
Commute: Yes

Education

Information Technology – Cybersecurity
Currently completing the Cybersecurity track at CTP, developing knowledge and practical skills in information technology and cybersecurity. Particularly interested in cybersecurity, computer networks, systems, servers, and the hands-on side of technology.
Technology & Computer Science Training
Ongoing online education focused on technology, programming, computer science, and related digital skills. Codecademy provides interactive, hands-on learning that complements Wolfgang’s formal studies in Information Technology and Cybersecurity.
Primary and Secondary Education, K–9
Bilingual educational institution focused on the discovery and development of students’ individual intelligences, creativity, and abilities.

Certifications

SQL Fundamentals — Codecademy
Completed three Codecademy courses covering foundational SQL and relational database concepts: Intro to SQL, Learn SQL: Aggregate Functions, and Learn SQL: Multiple Tables. The coursework covered creating and working with database tables, accessing and updating data, applying constraints, performing calculations and aggregations, grouping and filtering data, and combining information from multiple tables using joins, unions, and temporary tables. Completion of the individual courses is recorded through Codecademy achievement badges.
Learn How to Use AI for SQL
Completed a foundational course focused on using artificial intelligence to support SQL and database analytics. The course covered generating SQL with AI, converting natural-language requests into SQL queries, using AI to debug and explain queries, and applying AI tools to database analysis. It also introduced important considerations including AI hallucinations, data security, ethics, and the responsible use of AI in working with data.
Defending Against AI-Generated Attacks
Completed a foundational cybersecurity course focused on identifying and defending against AI-generated attacks, including AI-assisted phishing, online manipulation, deepfakes, misinformation, and emerging threats involving generative AI.
Cybersecurity for Business
Completed a foundational course covering essential cybersecurity practices for businesses, including security culture, account and device security, employee security awareness, risk management, third-party risks, and incident response planning.
Introduction To Ethical Hacking
Completed a foundational course introducing the principles and practices of ethical hacking, including the ethical hacking process, responsible security testing, common tools and techniques, and an introduction to cybersecurity attacks and defenses.
Learn How to Use ChatGPT
Completed a foundational course covering how ChatGPT and generative AI work, practical applications in personal and professional settings, the risks and limitations of AI tools, and the fundamentals of prompt engineering, including writing, testing, and refining effective prompts.
Intro to Large Language Models (LLMs)
Completed a foundational course covering the fundamentals of Large Language Models (LLMs) and text-based Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), including how LLMs work and how they are applied in modern AI systems.
Build a Website with HTML, CSS, and GitHub Pages
Completed Codecademy’s beginner Skill Path covering HTML and CSS fundamentals, web design, responsive design and accessibility, Flexbox, CSS transitions, and publishing websites using GitHub Pages. The path included hands-on projects and practical website development exercises.
CCNA: Introduction to Networks
Successfully completed the CCNA: Introduction to Networks course offered by Colegio Técnico Profesional Santa Ana through the Cisco Networking Academy program. The course provided foundational training in networking concepts, network infrastructure, protocols, and basic network operations.
Python Fundamentals 1
Successfully completed the Python Fundamentals 1 course offered by Colegio Técnico Profesional Santa Ana through the Cisco Networking Academy program. The course provided foundational training in Python programming concepts and core programming techniques.
ITE 7.01 Spanish
Successfully completed the ITE 7.01 Spanish course offered by Colegio Técnico Profesional Santa Ana through the Cisco Networking Academy program. The course provided foundational training in information technology concepts and digital systems.
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Successfully completed the Cybersecurity Fundamentals course offered by Colegio Técnico Profesional Santa Ana through the Cisco Networking Academy program. The course provided foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, digital security practices, and common cybersecurity threats.

Skills

Computer Hardware
PC Assembly & Upgrades · Intermediate Hardware Troubleshooting · Beginner BIOS/UEFI Configuration · Beginner
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Fundamentals · Beginner Information Security Fundamentals · Beginner
Information Technology
Computer Systems Fundamentals · Beginner Technical Troubleshooting · Beginner
Networking
Ethernet Cabling · Beginner CAT5 Cable Termination · Beginner Networking Fundamentals · Beginner
Web Development
HTML · Beginner CSS · Beginner Responsive Web Design · Beginner Git & GitHub · Beginner

Looking Ahead

I am currently looking for an internship opportunity in the technology sector for 2027 as part of the CTP Grade 12 requirement, which includes completing a one-month internship. My main interest is cybersecurity, but I am also very interested in the hands-on side of technology, including computer networks, networking cables, hardware, systems, servers, and how everything works together. I would like the opportunity to gain real-world experience, learn from people working in the industry, and gain exposure to different areas of technology. I am open to experiences that will help me learn, contribute, and better understand what it is like to work in the technology field.