My name is Andrew, and I am a first-generation college student with an Associate’s degree in Information Technology. I am on track to earn my Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity in May of this year. My passion for technology began at an early age. I spent my childhood taking apart and reassembling toys and electronics driven by an insatiable curiosity about how things worked. As a teenager, I built my first of many computers, solidifying my interest in technology and setting me on this path toward cybersecurity.
Through my education and the hands-on experience it’s provided, I have developed a strong foundation in security principles, risk assessment, and threat mitigation. I am eager to apply my skills in a professional setting, where I can contribute to protecting critical systems and data. My goal is to continuously expand my expertise in cybersecurity and stay ahead of emerging threats in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
Technical Skills
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