About Me

Hello, my name is Brandon Zakaras, and I am a master’s student at Old Dominion University. I earned my bachelor’s degree in 2025, and I have an extensive history with computers, and their security. I have two certifications currently, including the Google Cybersecurity Certification and CompTIA Security+ certification. I have proficiency in Linux, Windows, and MacOS, and know how to use the CLI in all three. I also have experience putting together servers in a rack, installing their software, and initiating them. I also have built a guacamole server, and created a server with Active Directory, and DHCP. I have also created my own DNS server, and my own SSL certificate in the past, and my own CA server with keys. I also have experience with Wireshark. I have taken cybersecurity classes consistently since I was a junior in high school, so at this point I have taken Cybersecurity classes for a consistent six years. I do not plan on stopping any time soon on stopping my pursuit of knowledge, and even now I am learning more about AWS, GCP, and Quantum Computing, as well as learning how to build AI from the ground up using services like AWS.

Future Endeavors: I seek a government career, working in either networks, or penetration testing. I am currently working on my CISSA and am currently looking for work. I hope to be able to work hard in the government for many years, and continue to learn more, and continue gaining certifications until there are no more left to get, which will never happen. My thirst for knowledge has not stopped yet, and I doubt it ever will. If you would like to see my resume, please click the button below.