Cybersecurity & Risk Management
- Performed vulnerability assessments and penetration testing using Nessus, Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Aircrack-ng
- Conducted security monitoring and log analysis with Splunk and Argus
- Good understanding of threat detection, prevention, and incident response processes
- Developed risk assessments, security policies, and compliance strategies (PCI DSS, NIST)
- Applied cryptography and encryption standards using tools like TrueCrypt
- Implemented rudimentary Identity & Access Management (IAM) practices
- Strong understanding of information assurance, governance, and GRC principles
Operating Systems & Administration
- Administered Windows 10/11 and Windows Server 2019 environments
- Managed Linux-based systems (Kali, Ubuntu, CLI-only servers and utilities)
- Performed system hardening, patch management, and secure configuration
- Managed users, groups, and permissions across platforms
Networking & Protocols
- Proficient in the OSI Model, with foundational knowledge of TCP/IP, UDP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and VPNs
- Configured switches and firewalls in secure network environments
- Conducted web server setup and Windows networking configuration
- Captured and analyzed packets using Wireshark
Virtualization & Cloud Technologies
- Built and configured virtual machines within Proxmox and various other VMware
- Basic experience with AWS cloud infrastructure and security features
- Deployed and managed containers using Docker
- Configured virtual networks and segmented cloud resources
Programming & Web Technologies
- Proficient fundamental knowledge and experience developing scripts and utilities in Python (data structures, loops, file I/O, exception handling)
- Basic experience writing & optimizing SQL queries for data retrieval and management
- Worked with Node.js, WordPress, and full LAMP stacks for web development
- Configured and deployed web applications using secure web protocols
Security Tools & Platforms
- Familiar with penetration testing and auditing tools: Metasploit, Nessus, Nmap, Burp Suite
- Experienced in monitoring/logging with Splunk and Argus
- Familiar with data protection via TrueCrypt and network auditing with Aircrack-ng
- Configured firewalls and worked with various antivirus solutions
Compliance & Policy Development
- Created complete security plans and policies as part of academic and simulated enterprise/organizational environments
- Completed an SAQ-D for a fictitious company to assess PCI DSS compliance
- Applied knowledge of industry frameworks such as NIST, ISO, and HIPAA
Professional & Interpersonal Skills
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills
- Delivered professional presentations and communicated clearly with stakeholders
- Demonstrated teamwork and leadership in collaborative project environments
- Sharp problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical capabilities
- Confident public speaker with experience presenting technical material