About Me

With 9+ years experience in transportation and aviation, currently completing a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Cybersecurity from Colorado State University - Global Campus. Experienced in risk identification, Python, SQL. Seeking a cybersecurity role with opportunities for continuous learning, risk management, and cooperation among colleagues.

Skills

Certificates

CompTIA Security+ CompTIA A+ CompTIA Network+

(CompTIA A+ and Network+ completed via CSU Global coursework)

Tools & Languages

Linux Windows SQL Splunk Github WireShark Tcpdump Suricata Python ChatGPT Salesforce Tableau

Security Practices

Information Security Network Security Vulnerability Assessment Threat Analysis Log Analysis Security Frameworks and Controls

Software Platforms

Google Workspace Slack MS Office

Strengths

Problem-Solving Collaboration Attention to Detail Calmness Under Pressure Intellectual Curiosity Analytical Mindset

Cybersecurity Projects

Home Lab

Personally created test environment for hands-on practical use, providing a controlled space to develop and refine cybersecurity skills through real-world simulation and experimentation.

TryHackMe Rooms

Utilized interactive, gamified virtual environments to enhance practical knowledge and hands-on skills:

  • Linux Fundamentals (1, 2, & 3) and Linux Strength Training - Navigated directories and files, adjusted permissions, analyzed logs, explored common utilities
  • Intro to Logs and Log Analysis - Identified log types, located logs, employed regular expressions (RegEx), and utilized command line and CyberChef for effective log analysis
  • Wireshark Basics and Wireshark 101 - Gained proficiency in packet dissection, navigation, and filtering techniques; analyzed ARP, ICMP, TCP, DNS, HTTP, and HTTPS traffic for network troubleshooting and security analysis
  • Windows Fundamentals (1, 2, & 3) and Windows Forensics (1 & 2) - Acquired fundamental understanding of Windows, including file systems, user account control (UAC), control panel, system configuration, security, firewall, registry, and FAT/NTFS file systems; developed skills in accessing hives, utilizing registry explorer, and recovering files
  • Splunk Basics, Incident Handling with Splunk, and Splunk (2 & 3) - Developed skills in navigating Splunk; conducting incident handling using Splunk; participated in the Boss of the SOC investigation for security analysis

HackTheBox Projects

Utilized gamified labs and walkthroughs for a real-world simulation approach and hands-on skill development:

  • HackTheBox Academy - Completed structured learning paths and modules
  • HackTheBox Labs - Tier 1 machines and selected retired labs

Credentials

Contact

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