// Data Scientist & ML Engineer

Cory
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ASU Data Science graduate student combining machine learning, statistical analysis, and 5+ years of infrastructure experience to build real-world data solutions.

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// 01 — About

Background &
Skillset

I'm a Data Science student at Arizona State University (BS expected May 2026) with a background that blends serious engineering discipline with applied machine learning.

Before pivoting to data science, I spent four years as a Nuclear Instructor in the U.S. Navy — certifying 250+ students on the S8G Nuclear Prototype. That experience gave me something a lot of data scientists lack: the ability to communicate complex systems clearly and work under genuine pressure.

I'm focused on end-to-end ML work — from raw data wrangling and feature engineering through model deployment — with an eye toward practical, business-driven outcomes. Currently exploring NLP and computer vision alongside my coursework.

Based in Mesa, AZ. Open to data science and ML engineering roles.

Languages & Libraries
Python pandas NumPy scikit-learn TensorFlow FastAI Matplotlib Seaborn SQL PowerShell Bash
Machine Learning
Logistic Regression Random Forest Decision Trees K-Means NLP Computer Vision Feature Engineering Transfer Learning
Cloud & DevOps
Azure AWS Docker Git/GitHub Claude API OpenAI API
Data Tools
Jupyter Notebook Excel/CSV Reporting Statistical Analysis Data Visualization
// 02 — Experience

Career Timeline

Sept 2024 – Present
Help Desk Specialist III
Nuvodia, LLC — Chandler, AZ
  • Apply generative AI tools and Python automation to accelerate technical research and data-driven troubleshooting, maintaining 100% customer satisfaction across 30–40 weekly tickets
  • Developed Python scripts for log parsing, data cleaning, and firewall analysis — transforming raw logs into actionable structured reports
  • Engineered PowerShell automation reducing disk cleanup operations by 60% and streamlining user provisioning workflows
  • Mentor junior staff on data-driven troubleshooting and AI-assisted problem-solving methodologies
Oct 2020 – Oct 2022
Lead Support Engineer
StratTech Solutions LLC — Scottsdale, AZ
  • Managed complex IT deployments and cloud migrations (Azure, AWS, Microsoft 365) across healthcare, education, and manufacturing clients
  • Provided data-informed technical consulting with HIPAA-compliant solutions for healthcare clients
Apr 2019 – Apr 2020
Engineering Technician 2
Valkyrie Enterprises — Bremerton, WA
  • Led cross-functional technical teams in high-stakes equipment deployments, managing project execution on strict deadlines
Dec 2014 – Dec 2018
Electrician's Mate 2nd Class — Nuclear Instructor
U.S. Navy — Ballston Spa, NY
  • Trained and certified 250+ students at S8G Nuclear Prototype
  • Demonstrated rapid technical learning and ability to communicate complex systems clearly in high-stakes environments