About Me

More than just code and security β€” I'm passionate about solving complex problems through technology and design.

Douglas Kwarteng working at desk with dual monitors

In my element: Building secure, efficient systems

Who I Am

I am a Cybersecurity Graduate Student at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, passionate about bridging the gap between data automation and digital defense.

With a unique background spanning agricultural data analytics, software development, and cybersecurity, I bring a multidisciplinary approach to solving complex technical challenges. My work combines rigorous analytical thinking with creative problem-solving to build systems that are both secure and efficient.

My journey into cybersecurity began during my master's research in data analytics, where I built automated ETL pipelines for international trade data. This experience taught me the critical importance of data integrity, security, and automation.

Today, I'm focused on developing expertise in:

Digital forensic investigations
SIEM engineering & threat hunting
Incident response & security automation
Secure software development

My Journey

From data analytics to cybersecurity, here's how I got here.

2026 - 2027

M.S. Cybersecurity & Counterterrorism

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Focus: Digital Forensics, SIEM Engineering, Incident Response

Computer Forensics
Threat & Vulnerability Management
Network Security
Incident Response
2023 - 2025

M.S. Agribusiness / Data Analytics

NC A&T State University β€’ GPA: 3.92/4.0

Thesis: "Quantifying the Impact of U.S. Free Trade Agreements on Agricultural Exports"

πŸ† CAES Showcase of Excellence Award
Built automated ETL pipeline covering 200+ countries
Integrated 5+ international data sources
2024 - 2025

Research Associate

Leonard C. Cooper Jr. Center for International Trade

Led development of automated trade data pipeline

Automated trade data workflows
Designed structured databases
Cleaned and integrated large datasets
Collaborated with research teams
2021 - 2023

Network Administrator

Perfect Lines Enterprise

Managed enterprise network infrastructure and security

Reduced network downtime by 40%
Supported 50+ users
Implemented security protocols
Monitored network performance
2020 - 2021

Teaching Assistant

University of Education, Winneba

Supported instruction in programming courses

Mentored 100+ students in Python and Java
Conducted lab sessions
HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, PHP courses
July 2016 - Aug 2020

B.S. Information Technology

University of Education, Winneba – Ghana β€’ GPA: 3.8/4.0

First Class Honors

Programming (Java, PHP)
Database Systems
Network Administration
Web Development

Beyond the Screen

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Creating Visual Designs

I design event flyers, branding materials, and social media graphics for churches and community organizations.

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Continuous Learning

I stay current through security blogs, CTF competitions, online courses, and security conferences.

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Community Involvement

I volunteer with Temple of Grace Church in Greensboro, building their website and creating visual designs.

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Global Perspective

My research in international trade has given me appreciation for how technology connects our world.

Douglas Kwarteng at multi-monitor workspace

My workspace: Where security meets innovation

What Drives Me

The principles that guide my work and life.

Excellence

I believe in doing things right, not just getting them done. Whether it's a forensic investigation, a data pipeline, or a website, I'm committed to delivering quality work.

Security First

In an interconnected world, security isn't optionalβ€”it's foundational. Every system I build, every line of code I write, is designed with security in mind.

Automation

If you have to do it twice, automate it. I'm passionate about building systems that eliminate repetitive tasks and reduce errors.

Impact

Technology should solve real problems for real people. I'm driven by the positive impact my work can have on organizations and communities.

Skills at a Glance

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Cybersecurity

Digital Forensics
SIEM Engineering
Threat Detection
Incident Response
Wireshark, Kibana, Autopsy

Data Engineering

Python (Advanced)
ETL Pipelines
API Integration
SQL & Databases
Pandas, Selenium, Prefect

Web Development

Next.js & React
TypeScript
Full-Stack Development
PHP (Laravel)
Tailwind CSS, Prisma

Design

Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Brand Identity
Print & Digital Design
Event Flyers

Want to Know More?

I'm always happy to connect with fellow technologists, potential employers, or anyone interested in cybersecurity, data, or design.