Andrew S.
About Andrew S.
Andrew S. is a Machine Learning Engineer at USSOCOM and the CEO of Twin Raven, a company he founded to develop innovative military solutions. He has a diverse educational background in international relations, cybersecurity, and language studies, and he actively works on advancing AI capabilities for military applications.
Work at Belcan
Currently, Andrew S. serves as a Machine Learning Engineer at Belcan, focusing on projects for the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). He has been in this role since 2021, contributing to the development of advanced machine learning solutions tailored for military applications. His work involves leveraging artificial intelligence to address complex challenges faced by the military, particularly in the realm of sensor analytics and deployment on edge devices.
Education and Expertise
Andrew S. has a diverse educational background, having studied at several institutions. He earned a Master of Arts in International Relations and Affairs from Tufts University - The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he completed studies in Arabic Language and Literature at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2019. He also attended Evolve Security Academy, where he focused on Computer and Information Systems Security. His academic journey includes a fellowship at Middlebury College, emphasizing linguistic studies, and an undergraduate degree in Religious Studies and Music from Oberlin College.
Background
Andrew S. has a varied professional background that includes roles in cybersecurity and research. He worked as a Cyber Security Analyst at New York City Cyber Command in 2020 and as a Cyber Security Specialist at American Century Investments in 2019. His experience extends to international relations, having interned at the Permanent Mission of Israel to the United Nations and worked as a Cyber Security Researcher for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Israel. He also contributed to the Defense Innovation Unit as an XForce Researcher.
Achievements
Andrew S. founded Twin Raven, a company aimed at providing innovative solutions for military applications, following his participation in an NSIN challenge. He has led the development of the 'LOKI System', a drone-swarm solution for the Army Research Lab. Additionally, he delivered a TEDx talk on a symphony he composed between 2016 and 2017, showcasing his interdisciplinary interests and contributions.