Cybersecurity Focused Systems Administrator

Learning how to defend businesses from cyber threats on-prem and in the cloud.

Hello World!

What I’m working on

Projects

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TryHackMe — Simple CTF Walkthrough

Introduction: TryHackMe is a great platform for learning cybersecurity through many different challenge based rooms. Simple CTF is a capture-the-flag-based room that demonstrates enumeration, exploitation, and escalation. This is a free room on the TryHackMe platform that you can check out here: https://tryhackme.com/room/easyctf   Getting Connected: TryHackMe offers various ways to...

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Building a SIEM Lab with Elastic Cloud

Introduction A recent YouTube video captured my attention as I explored various methods to gain practical experience with SOC and cybersecurity tools. My current role has introduced me to technologies like Elasticsearch and OpenSearch, sparking my interest in integrating professional development with personal learning endeavors. The video, shared by Gerald...

Experience

Systems Administor
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| August, 2023 - March, 2024

IT Security Manager
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| November, 2019 - August, 2023

Certifications

Badges & Skills

Education

Masters of Science in Cybersecurity & Information Assurance
Western Governors University March, 2016 - August, 2017

Bachelors of Science in Information Systems Management
Strayer University January, 2014 - December, 2015