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• Utilized SIEM tools such as Splunk and Elastic to manage and respond to security incidents.
• Detected and analyzed traffic anomalies using industry-standard tools such as Wireshark, Snort, Networkminer, and Zeek.
• Applied Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) methodologies and best practices to identify, contain, eradicate, and report on cyber incidents and threats using tools such as Autopsy, Redline, KAPE, Volatility, and Velociraptor.
• Leveraged cyber threat intelligence skills and tools, including Yara, OpenCTI, and MISP, to gather, analyze, and share threat information. Tracked and profiled cyber threat actors, campaigns, indicators, and TTPs using these tools.
• Acquired knowledge in endpoint security monitoring fundamentals and toolsets, with a specific focus on Windows Processes, Sysinternals, Sysmon, and Event Logs.

• Acquired in-depth knowledge of key Cybersecurity frameworks including NIST, MITRE, and Cyber Kill Chain, recognized as pivotal guidelines and structural foundations essential for organizational security strategies.
• Identified risks, threats, and vulnerabilities in web applications, such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting, and sensitive data exposure, using web security scanning tools.
• Accumulated valuable practical, hands-on experience by actively engaging in tasks that involved Python programming, Linux system administration, and SQL database management, encompassing coding, system configuration, and database querying.

• Security Fundamentals:
  • Developed a strong understanding of foundational security concepts.
  • Gained knowledge of different types of threats and vulnerabilities.
• Network Security:
  • Acquired skills in securing networks and data transmissions.
  • Implemented encryption techniques to protect sensitive information.
• Compliance and Operational Security:
  • Learned about legal and regulatory requirements related to cybersecurity.
  • Implemented security policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities:
  • Identified and analyzed various types of security threats.
  • Developed strategies to defend against common cyber attacks.
• Identity and Access Management:
  • Implemented measures to control access to systems and data.
  • Managed user authentication and authorization processes.
• Cryptography:
  • Applied cryptographic techniques to secure communications.
  • Implemented encryption algorithms for data protection.
• Security Technologies and Tools:
  • Familiarity with various security tools and technologies.
  • Hands-on experience with intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Incident Response and Recovery:
  • Developed skills in responding to and recovering from security incidents.
  • Created incident response plans to minimize damage and downtime.
• Security Architecture and Design:
  • Designed and implemented secure network architectures.
  • Considered security in the development of systems and applications.
• Security Assessments and Audits:
  • Conducted security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Participated in security audits to ensure the effectiveness of controls.
• Security+ Certification:
  • Achieved CompTIA Security+ certification, demonstrating proficiency in cybersecurity.

• Honors: Arnold Fletcher Award.
• Excelled in all information technology courses.