I'm Hinna, a first-gen American and undergraduate student at St. John's University with a passion for both cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. Growing up in a multicultural environment sparked my curiosity early on, driving me to explore how technology can break barriers and create opportunities for people everywhere.
I love experimenting with different programming languages and pushing myself out of my comfort zone through community-focused projects, because I believe hands-on learning is the best teacher. Outside of engineering, I serve as the Information Officer for the STJ ACM Student Chapter, where I enjoy helping people gain confidence in tech.
I also serve as the Outreaching Officer for Women in STEM, working to empower more women to dive into the tech field. Along the way, traveling has become my passion, and I've visited over 15 countries and counting! From each new place, I bring home fresh perspectives that inspire my next steps in tech.
Enhanced third-party risk management by streamlining the risk register and improving vendor visibility. Developed a process to track vendor risk score deviations using Recorded Future, supporting consistent communication and compliance tracking.
Selected as one of 1,000 fellows for a nationally competitive AI & Machine Learning fellowship, focused on hands-on projects and real-world applications. Gaining practical skills in AI, ML, and data science while learning from industry mentors and building a strong professional network.
Selected for Google Summer of Code 2024, where I built an ML-based Web Attack Classification system for the TANNER project, achieving 94% accuracy and improving detection over traditional regex methods.
Collaborated with professors on security research for the Chipserver project—a device aimed at expanding global Wi-Fi access. Led efforts to identify and remediate critical vulnerabilities, strengthening the system’s overall security.
Streamlined IT operations and enhanced system security through proactive monitoring and implementation of cybersecurity measures.
Analyzed mission risks and proposed mitigation strategies for a Mars-focused concept, contributing to a robust and successful proposal.
Brought mental health support to a broader community with a full-stack website for Cards for Mental Health. Its user-centric design fosters awareness, inspires engagement, and effectively communicates the nonprofit's mission
Brought a next-level web attack classification system to The Honeynet Project, outperforming standard detection methods. This innovation elevates accuracy, refines security practices, and reflects a forward-thinking approach to cybersecurity.
Introduced a Discord Bot that empowers over 400 students with personalized interview prep, providing real-time guidance and targeted resources. By combining user-friendly design with immediate support, PrepPal transforms how job seekers prepare for interviews.
I'm always excited to collaborate on new projects and explore innovative ideas. Whether you have a question or just want to say hi, feel free to reach out!