Maria Ota

Perform network monitoring and threat detection using security tools to identify vulnerabilities and suspicious activity. Analyze logs, network traffic, and system behavior to support incident response and risk mitigation. Assist in implementing security controls, maintaining compliance, and strengthening defensive cyber operations within a mission-focused environment.

As a bilingual AI data contributor, I support the development and refinement of conversational AI systems by working on tasks involving multilingual language evaluation, linguistic analysis, and prompt design. I engage in language-based tasks in both English and Japanese, focusing on clarity, naturalness, creativity, and contextual relevance. Key Skills: • Japanese / English bilingual fluency • Prompt creation and response evaluation • Analytical and detail-oriented writing • Cross-lingual and cross-cultural communication • Scenario design and content generation • Understanding of generative AI systems and ethical considerations • Linguistic quality assurance (QA)

Led a team of 15 Marines in maintaining and troubleshooting telecommunication network infrastructure, ensuring 100% operational readiness of 300+ wireless devices. Managed the scheduling and execution of service maintenance for communication equipment, driving team performance to meet mission-critical deadlines. Provided training sessions for up to 20 Marines on software installation and operation, LAN management and wireless network configuration, improving team proficiency and operational efficiency. Spearheaded network troubleshooting efforts during mission deployments, minimizing downtime and resolving complex communication issues. Ensured to establish 100% positive wireless communication for large mobile sites within 1 hour. Enforced DoD security protocols, ensuring secure communication channels and compliance with cybersecurity standards.

• Provided Japanese-English interpretation for contracts, marketing materials, and instructions at Japan Mint Osaka during the 2019 Cherry Blossom Viewing Event. • Led groups on tours of facilities and services, ensuring a seamless and informative experience for trainees, employees, and guests.