Alishia Puerner

Alishia Puerner

Cybersecurity & Risk Management Specialist

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“Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.”
– Carl Bard

Welcome

Cybersecurity Professional | Justice Studies Graduate | Viceroy Scholar

I am a proud graduate of Northern Arizona University, Go LumberJacks! As a former Graduate Assistant with the Griffiss Institute’s VICEROY Program, I supported national cybersecurity initiatives and mentored interns in cyberwarfare projects. My mission is to secure digital infrastructure and foster a safe, equitable online world.

Professional Interests

Extra Projects

Senior Peer Mentor (4y)

Guided first-year students through academic and personal success.

C Programming Tutor (1y)

Helped peers master programming fundamentals.

Justice Studies Seminar

Coordinated virtual talks with justice professionals.

Federal Seminar

Organized panel discussions on cybersecurity in federal agencies.

Graduate Assistant – VICEROY Program

Led intern research and cyber-EMS projects.

Cyber Spectrum & DR BOOM BLUE EDGE

National cyberwarfare competitor, 3rd place in 2023.

Shadowed Phoenix PD Investigator

Observed civilian investigative processes.

Contact

Email: contact@apuerner.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/apuerner