Teacher: Tim McAllister

County: Clay

Meet Tim McAllister! Tim is a top cybersecurity teacher in Clay County, Florida. Now entering his third year of teaching, Tim’s journey began at SUNY Maritime College in the Bronx, NY, where he honed his skills aboard various vessels, including tugboats, oil tankers, and dredges. Early on, he recognized how technology and the internet transformed navigation, administration, and record-keeping.

During his deployments around the world with the U.S. Navy, cybersecurity emerged as a mission-critical priority. This knowledge inspired him to establish a cyber team within his Navy JROTC unit at the school where he now teaches, leading them to compete in CyberPatriot for the first time this year.

Tim is excited to integrate Cyber Florida’s offerings into his classroom, helping students explore the vast capabilities, advantages, and vulnerabilities of cyberspace—and sparking their interest in pursuing dynamic careers in the cyber field.

Thanks for all you do, Tim!

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