Juan Hernandez
About Juan Hernandez
Juan Hernandez is a Cybersecurity Research Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2023. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from California Polytechnic State University and has previous experience in computational engineering and as a resident advisor.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Juan Hernandez currently serves as a Cybersecurity Research Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2023. His role focuses on enhancing cybersecurity measures and protocols within the lab. Prior to this role, he worked at the same laboratory as a Computational Engineer for eight months in 2022. His experience at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory contributes to his expertise in cybersecurity and computational engineering.
Education and Expertise
Juan Hernandez has a solid educational background in engineering and science. He earned an Associate of Science degree in Mathematics and Physics from the College of San Mateo, studying from 2012 to 2019. He then pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, completing his studies from 2019 to 2022. This educational foundation supports his current work in cybersecurity and engineering.
Background in Military Service
In addition to his engineering roles, Juan Hernandez has been serving in the US Air Force Reserve since 2020. He holds the position of Maintenance Management Analysis at March Air Reserve Base in California. His military service complements his technical skills and provides him with a unique perspective on cybersecurity challenges within defense and aerospace sectors.
Previous Experience at California Polytechnic State University
Before his current roles, Juan Hernandez worked as a Resident Advisor at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) from 2021 to 2022. In this capacity, he provided support and guidance to fellow students, fostering a positive living environment. This experience enhanced his leadership and communication skills, which are beneficial in his engineering and cybersecurity roles.