Team 1: Benedict College Firewall Phantoms
Phumosny Gauthier (Team Captain)
Sophomore, Computer Engineering, Benedict College
Nineteen years ago, on October 26th, at Justinien Hospital, a new member of the Gauthier family was born. His mother, shedding tears of joy, and his father, with a big smile etched on his face, warmly welcomed the crying baby. He was named Phumosny Gauthier, who is also known as Mosny. And from that day, his journey began. Phumosny Gauthier was born and raised in Haiti for fourteen years. He was blessed with a little brother named Moly Gauthier three years after his birth. In 2016, his mother passed away, and three years after that tragic event, his father relocated them from Haiti to the Bahamas. Having lived in Haiti for all his youth years, he did not know how to speak English. Therefore, In September 2019, he enrolled in Orion Academy, a school that serves to teach and prepare Haitian students for government schools in The Bahamas. Six months later, he enrolled at RM Bailey Senior High School. Graduating as the top male of his high school, he was awarded a full ride to pursue his bachelor’s degree at Benedict College. Currently majoring in computer engineering at Benedict College, Phumosny plans to pursue a master’s degree in mechanical engineering. He dreams of inventing an emergency vehicle that can adjust its size to navigate traffic more effectively, reducing delays and potentially saving lives in critical situations. As Phumosny grows, various factors and experiences continue to shape his path, and he is content with where he is and what he strives to achieve.
Cordell Johnson
Sophomore, Computer Science, Benedict College
My name is Cordell Johnson, and I am very passionate about software development. I have an interest in solving real-world problems where I can with innovative technology. I have good skills in C++, which is my preferred language, but I also know Python, Swift, HTML, and a bit of Java. I am also very good at following instructions to complete projects as quickly as possible. I’m currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science at Benedict College, and I am set to graduate in 2027. I thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and am always excited about opportunities to work with like-minded individuals. I am driven by my love for technology and desire to build many products that make life easier. Beyond technical skills, I also bring strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities to the table, ensuring effective teamwork and project management. I enjoy collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams, bringing together developers, designers, and business minds to create products that not only work but offer seamless user experience. I am constantly learning and eager to push the boundaries of my skills, making me a valuable asset on any team I may be on.
Franklin Hepburn
Junior, Cybersecurity, Benedict College
I am a prospective cybersecurity major with a love of coding and practical knowledge of computers and networking technologies. I like learning about network intricacies and delving into programming languages. My objective is to gain solid technical expertise in IT infrastructure, coding, and cybersecurity while continuously broadening my understanding of the ever-changing IT industry. I’m motivated by curiosity and a desire to use technology to tackle difficult challenges, and I’m thrilled to be a part of a creative and safe digital future.
Sarai Sanford
Senior, Cybersecurity, Benedict College
I am a senior majoring in cybersecurity with diverse experience in IT, compliance, and education. In the summer of 2024, I worked as a Compliance Intern at Blue Cross Blue Shield, collaborating with teams to ensure adherence to regulatory standards, conducting audits, and documenting my experiences through weekly reflections. Prior to that, I interned at Suri Research, where I contributed to key research projects, and as an IT intern, I supported secure IT practice and troubleshooting operations.
Quentin Whitfield
Junior, Cybersecurity, Benedict College
Results-driven IT professional with notable success in planning, analyzing, and implementing security initiatives. Strengths in providing comprehensive network design and security frameworks and being well-versed in robust network defense strategies.