R. Tyler Schroder is a cybersecurity engineer in MITRE’s Cyber New Professionals Program, where he focuses on incident response, threat hunting, medical device security, and foundational cybersecurity research. He supports MITRE’s mission by applying expertise in cybersecurity frameworks and hands-on experience across diverse technical environments and federal sponsors.
Before joining MITRE full-time in 2025, Schroder was a customer experience engineer intern on Microsoft’s Detection and Response Team, supporting global incident response, developing automation for threat hunting, and improving Active Directory data collection tools. He also served as a Falcon Complete analyst intern at CrowdStrike, managing incident response and remediation for managed endpoint security customers worldwide. Schroder began his cybersecurity career as a data security intern in 2018 at MITRE, where he enhanced open-source security tools and developed enterprise network simulation capabilities.
Schroder’s research experience includes a fellowship at Yale University’s Digital Ethics Center, where he contributed to projects on cyber risks of brain-computer interfaces, AI limitations in tactical mission planning, and misinformation dynamics in online communities. His work has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national cybersecurity conferences.
Schroder holds both a master’s and bachelor’s degree in computer science from Yale University, where he received several academic and leadership awards. He is certified as a CompTIA Security Xpert, CrowdStrike Certified Falcon Responder, and ISC2 Certified in Cyber Security. Outside of his professional work, Schroder is active in amateur radio, public speaking, and is an Eagle Scout.
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Cyber New Professionals support the larger mission at MITRE by providing cybersecurity expertise across various projects and initatives. Tyler brings a defensive security mindset to the team, focusing on incident response, threat hunting, medical device security, and foundational cybersecurity research.
As an intern on Microsoft’s Detection and Response Team (DART), supported reactive and proactive incident response engagements for customers across the world.
As a Falcon Complete Analyst, Tyler managed incident response and remediation for a variety of CrowdStrike customers across the globe.
Multi-year appointment as a research assistant (and later Fellow) to Dr. Luciano Floridi at Yale's Digital Ethics Center. Projects included
Selected Coursework included Topics in CS/Global Affairs (J. Feigenbaum), Sensitive Information in a Connected World (M.J. Fischer), Compilers (J. Lim), Algorithms and their Social Consequences (N. Vishnoi), AI Emerging Tech and National Power I and II (T. Wittenstein). Research supervised by Sohee Kim Park (Computer Sci) and Luciano Floridi (Digital Ethics)
Computer Science undergraduate at Yale University. Coursework included GLBL 7305 (Disinformation in the Age of AI), CPSC 310 (Technology, Power, and Security Political Challenges of the Computer Age), CPSC 323 (Intro Systems Prog & Comp Org.), ENGL 121 (Writing About Big Tech), ENV 756 (Modeling Geographic Objects). Activities included Yale College Senior Class Council, Yale College Class Day Committee, Pauli Murray College Council, STEM Admissions Tour Guide, Undergraduate Production (Live Production Advisor), Students & Alumni of Yale (Director), Yale Computer Society (Communications Officer).
Organized the first ever Yale Computer Science Career Fair with over 450 students and 16 employers in attendance. First ever specialty recruiting event for computer science students at Yale University. Coordinated between several university offices to implement an effective event. Successful second event in 2024 with 350 attendees and 15 companies. Successfully transitioned project to new leadership before graduating.
Senior member of DSAC, the CS department student council charged with improving the CS student experience. Oversaw undergraduate teaching assistant training, structural reforms to major courses and content, and promoted career development opportunities to over 800 students across the four years.
Discovered a 2FA and MacOS Disk Encrytion Bypass in Abine Blur, a popular password management tool. Invited and Presented to the George Mason Univerity Digital Forensics Masters Class.
CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+, Linux+ good-for-life, Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, and CASP+ (a/k/a SecurityX). All active/current.
TryHackMe SAL 1 (Security Analyst Level 1) certification.
Microsoft Certified - Azure Fundamentals, Microsoft Certified - Security, Compliance and Identity Fundamentals, Microsoft 365 Certified - Fundamentals.
Attained the rank of Eagle in August 2018. My service project was the restoration of the Crouch Family Cemetery, which was a local family that dated back to 1861 when the town founded, and started the first schoolhouse in the area.
Awarded for directing mulitiple lifesaving actions at the 24th World Scout Jamboree with unit 136 (DMV).
Students and Alumni of Yale (STAY) is a network that connects current students with Yale alumni for mentorship, networking, and career development. As an advisor, I provided guidance and support to the student leadership team.
The Vienna Wireless Society (VWS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of amateur radio. As Financial Assistant, I help manage the club's finances and support its various activities and events.
Volunteer Examiner for Amateur Radio exams. Authorized to administer exams with ARRL, CAVEC, and GLAARG.