Sharon Van Luyn-Prater

Sharon Van Luyn-Prater

Branch Manager

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  • About me

    Experienced Manager| Cybersecurity Aspirant | CompTIA Security + | CompTIA Network+ | ISC(2) CC | Business Development Leader

  • Education

    • VetsInTech

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      Python 3 Fundamentals
    • Qualys

      2023 -
      Cybersecurity

      Completed Vulnerability Management (VM) Foundation Course. Pursuing cybersecurity certification.

    • (ISC)2 Candidate

      2023 - 2023
      Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Cybersecurity

      Completed Certified in Cybersecurity certification

    • Microsoft Azure AI 900- Fundamentals

      2023 - 2023

      Completed Microsoft Build- Azure AI Challenge (Cloud Skills)

    • Tanium Certifed Operator training

      2024 - 2024
      Course completion Cybersecurity
    • Coursera

      2023 - 2023
      Google Foundation of Cybersecurity certificate Cybersecurity

      Part one of Google Cybersecurity Certificate

    • Southern New Hampshire University

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      Business Management
    • Saint Leo University

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      Bachelor of Arts - BA Business Management

      Activities and Societies: Delta Nu chapter of Delta Epsilon Sigma National Scholastic Honor Society

  • Experience

    • RBC Centura

      Feb 1998 - Mar 2000
      Branch Manager
    • Old Point National Bank

      Mar 2000 - Mar 2011
      Assistant Vice President / Branch Manager
    • Navy Federal Credit Union

      Mar 2011 - Apr 2015
      Branch Manager
    • Fidelity Bank Mortgage

      Apr 2015 - Apr 2016
      Loan Officer
    • Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group

      May 2016 - Feb 2017
      Mortgage Loan Officer

      NMLS #1339322Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group NMLS# 72043www.nmlsconsumeraccess.orgEqual Housing Lender

    • Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

      Feb 2017 - Sept 2017
      Mortgage Loan Officer
    • NVR, Inc.

      Sept 2017 - Sept 2018
      Mortgage Loan Officer, NMLS 133932
    • Private

      Aug 2019 - Dec 2020
      Human Resources Manager

      *Human Resources management strategies*Recruitment process*Orientation, Training and Development*Compensation and Benefits *Maintain employee information- administrative tasks; HR related forms and documents in accordance with established guidelines*Prepare statistical reports regarding industry comparison- wage review*Exercises confidentiality with all HR matters

    • Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group

      Dec 2020 - Nov 2022
      • Marketing Solutions Manager

        Dec 2020 - Nov 2022
      • Mortgage Banker Success Manager

        Dec 2020 - Jan 2022
    • Self-employed

      Dec 2022 - now
      Cybersecurity Analyst Student

      I am a self-driven learner committed to gaining industry-recognized certifications and hands-on experience in cybersecurity. My goal is to build a rewarding career dedicated to safeguarding organizations' people, data, and assets from emerging threats

    • Advanced Cybersecurity Experts

      Jul 2024 - now
      Cybersecurity Analyst Intern

      As an intern in the cybersecurity field, I am actively working towards my goal of becoming a Project Manager with a focus on Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) in cybersecurity. In the short term, I aim to build skills as a cybersecurity analyst. During my internship, I have earned certifications in CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+, gaining both foundational knowledge and practical experience. I regularly attend team meetings to stay aligned with company objectives. Additionally, I continue to expand my expertise through ongoing education and focus on staying updated with industry trends and current events via cybersecurity podcasts and news sources. This hands-on experience, combined with my certifications, is helping me build a strong foundation for a successful career in the tech industry Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Sharon Van Luyn-Prater
      Delta Nu, chapter of Delta Epsilon Sigma Delta Epsilon Sigma Apr 2019 Inducted to the Delta Nu chapter of Delta Epsilon Sigma, National Scholastic Honor Society
    • Awarded to Sharon Van Luyn-Prater
      Sustained Superior Performance Award Navy Federal Credit Union Apr 2012
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Advisory Board member

      Issued by Operation Homefront of the Virginias on Apr 2011
      Operation Homefront of the VirginiasAssociated with Sharon Van Luyn-Prater
    • Board Member

      Issued by CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) Hampton Roads VA on Jan 2010
      CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) Hampton Roads VAAssociated with Sharon Van Luyn-Prater
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Red Cross of Hawaii on Jan 2011
      Red Cross of HawaiiAssociated with Sharon Van Luyn-Prater