Meet Dev Patel, a 2019 Information Systems alumni who currently works for the U.S. Department of Labor.

Dev developed an early interest in Information Systems and cybersecurity and went on to specialize in Systems and Network Administration, knowing he wanted to pursue a career in the field. He was drawn to the hands-on nature of this discipline, which emphasized how systems are built, maintained, and protected. Through his coursework, he developed a strong problem-solving mindset grounded in reliability, security, and real-world application, skills needed to enter the IT field with confidence.

Today, Dev works in government IT, where he provides high-touch technical support in a fast-paced and high-responsibility environment. His role is centered around supporting leadership and priority users, ensuring their technology runs smoothly and efficiently. His day-to-day responsibilities consist of addressing technical issues, coordinating device replacements and deployments, assisting with onboarding new employees, and ensuring that service requests are handled with minimal disruption.

Read the full story and an interview with Dev on the CEAS Undergraduate Student Office website.