Hi! I’m Scott Wegley, a year old Cyber Security Engineer at PayPal based in the Phoenix area.

Background

I’m passionate about technology, particularly cybersecurity, and I love working on miscellaneous tech projects. I started programming in 4th grade while competing in robotics tournaments through a non-profit called F.I.R.S.T. Since then, technology has captivated me. I continued to compete with F.I.R.S.T. through 12th grade, and I volunteer at tournaments and as a mentor to this day.

My original love for programming led me to pursue my higher education as fast as possible. I enrolled at my local community college at 14 to get ahead in my general education and start taking more programming classes.

Exploring the world of technology through academia led me to a long-term goal of Cyber Security. The field was a perfect fit, allowing me to combine my love of technology and problem-solving to make a fulfilling career.

Education & Certifications

Certifications

  • Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) - ISC2, June 2024

Education

  • M.S. in Information Technology w/ Cyber Security Emphasis - California Lutheran University, August 2025
  • B.S. in Computer Science - California Lutheran University, May 2024

Notable Coursework:

  • CSC-331 Systems Analysis
  • CSC-335 Software Engineering
  • IT-546 Cybersecurity Risk Management
  • IT-540 Digital Forensics
  • IT-542 Ethical Hacking
  • IT-513 Distributed Systems
  • IT-512 Project Management

Professional Experience

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PayPal - Cyber Security Engineer

Current Position

Currently working as a Cyber Security Engineer at PayPal, where I focus on protecting systems and data in the financial technology space.

California Lutheran University - Student Technician Supervisor

September 2024 - May 2025

Promoted to manage and coordinate in-house student technicians. Organized large scale deployment projects, device replacements and upgrades, with a focus on technician training. Consulted with the Training Program team on cybersecurity compliance curriculum.

California Lutheran University - IT Technician

May 2024 - September 2024

Handled helpdesk tickets, coordinated device deployments, upgrades, and maintenance. Part of the development team for in-house Python tooling.

Digital Consultancy - Cybersecurity Consultant

November 2023

Contract position for an online content creator. Consulted on protecting PII, provided helpdesk tech support, and advised on cybersecurity best practices including password management and VPNs.

California Lutheran University Computer Science Department - Department Assistant

August 2023 - May 2024

Part-time assistant role managing the duty schedule for departmental tutoring. Held tutoring hours for all undergraduate courses, prepared and presented projects as a department representative, and managed department laboratory equipment.

Technical Skills

Programming Languages & Technologies

  • Languages: Python, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, C++, PHP, Bash/Perl
  • Tools & Platforms: Git, VS Code, Node.js, MySQL
  • Security Tools: Kali Linux, Burp Suite, nmap, Metasploit
  • Operating Systems: Linux, Windows

Core Competencies

  • Systems Analysis & Algorithm Analysis
  • Cybersecurity Risk Management & Digital Forensics
  • Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing
  • Software Engineering & Project Management
  • Research & Technical Documentation

Leadership & Volunteer Experience

F.I.R.S.T. Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)

I’ve been involved with F.I.R.S.T. robotics since 4th grade and continue to volunteer and mentor to this day:

  • Tournament Management: Assisted with RoboRaptor Rumble (2016-2019), headed queuing team at Central California Championship (2019), and judged at La Reina Qualifier (2022)
  • Mentorship: Programming mentor for FRC Team 3863, FTC Team 11232, and department lead for FRC Team 6657
  • Impact: Helped manage tournaments with over 50 teams, training volunteers and coordinating logistics

California Lutheran University Computer Science Club

  • Club President (1 year) and Club Secretary (2 years)
  • Led development workshops on Git and version control
  • Organized career resource workshops for resume and portfolio building

Personal Interests

When I’m not working on cybersecurity or personal projects, I enjoy:

  • Technology Exploration: Self-study and experimentation with Kali Linux, DVWA, Metasploitable, and malware development research
  • Homelab Management: Building and maintaining my personal technology laboratory
  • Technical Writing: Documenting projects and sharing knowledge through blog posts
  • Recreation: Doing escape rooms with friends and continuous learning

This Website

This site is built with Hugo and the PaperMod theme. It serves as both a personal homepage and a place to document my various projects and thoughts.

Since Cyber Security roles don’t usually involve a ton of programming, I work on the aforementioned miscellaneous tech projects in my spare time. You can read about many of them in my blog posts