Throughout my academic journey at Old Dominion University, I have gained a comprehensive foundation in cybersecurity through hands-on experience, coursework, and applied projects. My skillset spans across multiple platforms, tools, and methodologies, reflecting a well-rounded approach to modern security practices.

I am proficient in Windows and Linux operating systems, enabling me to navigate, secure, and administer diverse environments. Utilizing virtual machines, I’ve built and tested isolated environments for safe experimentation with tools like Metasploit to simulate real-world penetration testing scenarios.

My experience includes working with cryptography concepts to secure data and understand encryption protocols, along with leveraging Python for scripting, automation, and basic security tool development. I’ve also engaged in malware analysis to understand threats at a deeper level and assess their behavior.

I’ve conducted vulnerability scanning, employed both active and passive reconnaissance techniques, and explored web application threats such as SQL injection to evaluate system weaknesses. My training includes exposure to ethical hacking methodologies, reinforcing a strong understanding of offensive security within legal and professional boundaries.

Additionally, I have explored AWS Cloud services, gaining familiarity with cloud-based security practices and architecture. My foundation in networking principles ties all these skills together, ensuring a solid grasp of how data moves and how it can be secured across systems and platforms.

Overall, I’ve acquired a numerous amount of skills related to cybersecurity and beyond. I’ve had the opportunity to test and find what I most have interest in and explore further into various skillsets. I will continue to expand upon these skillsets in various ways as they will all be beneficial to have knowledge of and potentially have use in my career future.