MaandAvspop

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👨‍💻 About Me

I’m a Certified SOC Operations Analyst and IT Support Professional with CompTIA Security+ certification and a Master’s in Cybersecurity Technology. Currently working in IT operations at Towson University, I specialize in incident response, threat detection, systems administration, and technical support.

🎯 Currently seeking: IT Support Specialist and SOC Analyst roles where I can leverage my technical skills, security certifications, and customer service excellence.

What I Bring:

✅ IAT Level II Compliant - Ready for government/defense sector roles
✅ Hands-on SOC Experience - 48-hour intensive training with live cyber range simulation
✅ Real-world IT Support - 2,000+ tickets processed, IT asset management, technical troubleshooting
✅ Strong Technical Foundation - Windows/Linux/macOS administration, networking, SIEM platforms
✅ Security-First Mindset - Threat detection, incident response, vulnerability management

🛡️ Certifications & Credentials

Certification	Status	Year
🔐 CompTIA Security+	✅ Active	Current
🎯 BCR Cyber SOC Operations Analyst I	✅ Certified	2025
🏅 IAT Level II Compliant	✅ Compliant	Current
🎓 M.S. Cybersecurity Technology	✅ Graduated	President’s List

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💼 Technical Skills

🔒 Cybersecurity & SOC Operations

SOC Operations        | Incident Response | Threat Detection | Threat Hunting
SIEM (Splunk)        | Log Analysis      | Alert Triage     | Security Monitoring
Wireshark | Zeek     | tcpdump | Snort   | IDS/IPS          | EDR Platforms
MITRE ATT&CK         | NIST Framework    | RMF              | Vulnerability Mgmt
Penetration Testing  | Digital Forensics | Malware Analysis | IAM

💻 IT Support & Systems Administration

Operating Systems    | Windows 10/11 | Windows Server | Linux (Ubuntu, Kali, CentOS) | macOS
Networking          | TCP/IP | DNS | DHCP | VLANs | Firewall Configuration
Virtualization      | VMware Workstation | VirtualBox | Virtual Machine Management
Service Desk        | Ticketing Systems | Technical Documentation | IT Asset Management
Hardware Support    | Desktop/Laptop Support | Peripheral Configuration | IT Equipment Lifecycle
Troubleshooting     | System Diagnostics | Network Troubleshooting | Remote Support

🔧 Tools & Technologies

Command Line        | PowerShell | Bash | Linux CLI (grep, awk, netstat, sed)
Security Tools      | Metasploit | Nmap | Burp Suite | John the Ripper
Monitoring          | SIEM Dashboards | Network Traffic Analysis | Log Aggregation
Productivity        | Excel | Power BI | Microsoft Office Suite

🚀 Programming & Scripting

# Languages & Scripting
Python | PowerShell | Bash

🎓 Education

🎓 Master of Science in Cybersecurity Technology
University of Maryland Global Campus - Adelphi, Maryland
📊 President’s List

🎓 Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Lehigh University - Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

🔬 Featured Projects & Training

🎯 BCR Cyber SOC Operations Analyst I Training

BCR Cyber Workforce Accelerator - SOC Series 3000 Cyber Range | Completed: 2025

48-Hour Intensive Program (40 hrs async + 8 hrs live cyber range)

🚨 Live Cyber Range Simulation: Responded to real-time cyberattacks across multiple network segments
🔍 Threat Detection: Used Wireshark, Zeek, and Linux CLI to identify lateral movement and data exfiltration
📊 SIEM Operations: Operated in simulated SIEM environment for alert triage and incident escalation
🗺️ MITRE ATT&CK: Applied framework to map adversary TTPs during live threat scenarios
🛡️ Incident Response: Executed playbooks for malware infections, privilege escalation, unauthorized access
🔎 Threat Hunting: Collaborated in team-based log analysis and post-incident reporting
🎯 EDR Proficiency: Demonstrated endpoint detection and response workflows
✅ Certified: Passed 100-question certification exam

Key Tools Used: Linux CLI (grep, awk, netstat, tcpdump), Wireshark, Zeek, SIEM, EDR, Firewall analysis

💼 Deloitte Australia Cyber Job Simulation - Forage

Completed: July 2025

🔍 Log Analysis: Analyzed web activity logs using Wireshark, Splunk, and Linux CLI
🚨 Breach Investigation: Investigated simulated cybersecurity breach and provided remediation recommendations
🌐 Network Forensics: Applied security event correlation techniques
📝 Technical Communication: Documented findings and communicated with stakeholders

Key Tools Used: Wireshark, Splunk, Linux CLI (grep, awk)

💳 Mastercard Cybersecurity Virtual Experience - Forage

Completed: October 2024

🎣 Phishing Detection: Identified and reported phishing threats using SIEM dashboards
📊 Data Analysis: Used Excel and Power BI to visualize and interpret threat data
🎯 Security Awareness: Conducted gap analysis and designed tailored training campaigns
📈 Stakeholder Presentations: Presented security insights demonstrating data storytelling

Key Tools Used: Excel, Power BI, SIEM Dashboards

🎓 CST 630 - Advanced Cyber Mitigation & Exploitation Methodologies

University of Maryland Global Campus | Completed: April 2024

Graduate-Level Offensive & Defensive Cybersecurity Course

🔓 Penetration Testing: Used Kali Linux tools (Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite, John the Ripper)
🌐 Web Application Security: Performed SQL injection, XSS, and authentication bypass assessments
🖥️ System Hardening: Built and secured virtual machines with multi-tier network architectures
🎯 Threat Modeling: Applied risk analysis methodologies to evaluate attack surfaces
🔎 Network Analysis: Used Wireshark, tcpdump, and Snort for packet inspection and IDS
📝 Technical Writing: Authored penetration test reports and incident response plans
🛡️ Red Team/Blue Team: Collaborated in simulated exercises implementing layered defenses

Key Tools Used: Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite, Wireshark, tcpdump, Snort, VMware

💼 Professional Experience

🖥️ Moving and Storage Specialist - IT Operations

Towson University | Towson, MD | April 2023 - Present

IT Support & Technical Operations:

🎫 Provide technical customer service for 2,000+ service tickets supporting students, faculty, and staff
💻 Manage secure handling, inventory, and disposal of thousands of computers, monitors, and IT equipment
🔧 Troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate with IT department for escalated support
📋 Document and track IT equipment through complete lifecycle management
✅ Maintain 100% safety compliance with zero incidents over 2 years

Key Achievements:

✅ 2,000+ service requests completed with high satisfaction ratings
✅ Zero safety incidents maintaining OSHA compliance
✅ Streamlined IT asset disposal ensuring data security and compliance

⚙️ Operations Manager / Fleet Coordinator

Exclusive Elevations LLC (Amazon DSP) | Essex, MD | November 2019 - March 2023

Operations & Technical Management:

🚗 Managed 45-vehicle fleet with focus on operational uptime and maintenance optimization
👥 Supervised and trained 25-40 drivers daily with performance evaluation systems
🔧 Conducted technical troubleshooting for on-road equipment issues
📊 Utilized technology platforms for route optimization and performance tracking
📝 Maintained comprehensive documentation and daily operational logs

Key Achievements:

✅ 99%+ fleet availability through proactive maintenance
✅ Led 40-person team with focus on efficiency and customer service
✅ Implemented systematic documentation improving operational visibility

📚 Continuous Learning

Recent Professional Development:

🎓 Designing Effective Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercises (LinkedIn Learning)
🎓 Designing and Implementing Effective Cybersecurity Controls (LinkedIn Learning)
🎓 The Cybersecurity Threat Landscape (LinkedIn Learning)
🎓 Microsoft’s Career Essentials in Cybersecurity

📊 GitHub Stats

GitHub Stats

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🎯 What I’m Looking For

I’m actively seeking opportunities in:

🔐 SOC Analyst positions (Tier 1/2)
💻 IT Support Specialist roles
🛡️ Security Operations positions
🖥️ Help Desk/Desktop Support roles
🔧 Systems Administrator positions

Ideal Work Environment:

Organizations valuing security-first mindset
Teams emphasizing continuous learning and growth
Roles requiring IAT Level II compliance (government/defense)
Positions leveraging both technical skills and customer service excellence

📬 Let’s Connect!

I’m always interested in connecting with fellow cybersecurity professionals, IT specialists, and potential employers!

💡 Fun Facts About Me

🏈 Former college football coach at 7 universities including Penn State
🏆 Contributed to 6 Conference Championships and 1 National Championship Game appearance
🎯 Transitioned from 17-year coaching career to cybersecurity
📚 President’s List graduate student
🛡️ Passionate about making the digital world safer

"Combining leadership experience with technical expertise to protect and serve in the cybersecurity domain."

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📄 Repository Contents

This portfolio repository contains:

📋 Updated resume (ATS-optimized)
📊 Cybersecurity project reports
🎯 Threat intelligence analyses
📝 Technical documentation samples
🔬 Lab exercise results

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