Robert Byers
About Robert Byers
Robert Byers is a Senior Security Software Engineer at Edgile, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Software Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and has a proven track record in reducing false positive alerts and deploying large-scale software solutions.
Work at Edgile
Robert Byers has been employed at Edgile as a Senior Security Software Engineer since 2019. In this role, he focuses on enhancing security software solutions and has contributed to significant projects, including the deployment of the Azure Information Protection platform, which serves over 20,000 daily users. His expertise in security software engineering supports the company's mission to provide robust security solutions.
Education and Expertise
Robert Byers earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Software Engineering from the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2015 to 2019. His education provided a strong foundation in software engineering principles and practices, which he applies in his current role. His technical skills include proficiency in the R programming language, which he utilized to refine regex patterns and significantly reduce false positive alerts.
Background
Before joining Edgile, Robert Byers worked as a Software Engineer Intern at GE Appliances, a Haier Company, in 2018. During his internship, he gained practical experience in software development within a corporate environment. His background combines academic knowledge with hands-on experience, contributing to his effectiveness in security software engineering.
Achievements
Robert Byers has made notable contributions in his field, including reducing false positive alerts by up to 93.3% through regex pattern refinements. He successfully deployed the Azure Information Protection platform, enhancing data security for a large user base. Additionally, he has developed and led over 10 User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phases, ensuring software functionality and business continuity.
Technical Skills
Robert Byers possesses a range of technical skills relevant to his role as a Senior Security Software Engineer. He has utilized Google Cloud Platform (GCP) for hosting serverless implementations of data-intensive functions. His experience with advanced programming techniques and cloud technologies supports his contributions to security software development.