Student

Nathan Johnston

*********@*****.*** 267-***-**** Doylestown, PA 18901

Education

Liberty University Lynchburg, VA (2018–2021)

- Bachelor in IT: Data Networking & Security

- Grade Point Average: 3.45

- Expected Graduation Date: May 21st, 2021

Skills

Technical Skills: C/C#, Python, Java, Linux, Kali Linux, PowerShell, SIEM, Network Security, Cisco Networking Certifications: Splunk Core Certified User: (Cert-309351) Relevant Courses: Network Security, Studies in Information Security, Information Security Planning, Advanced Networking (Cisco), Advanced Programming, and System Administration Technical Experience

Mobile Application Development (Aug. 2020 - May 2021)

- System test lead for a mobile application developed during Senior Capstone.

- Application was designed to replace an outdated streaming website hosted by Liberty University.

- This project required excellent communication skills, as our team of five had the opportunity to work with a real-life client from Liberty to address issues in the current system.

- This app was coded in C# and Xamarin using Visual Studios. Splunk Core Certified User (SIEM) (Jan. 2021 – Jan. 2024)

- Certified in Splunk Enterprise, which allows users to filter through machine-generated data to have insights regarding threats, vulnerabilities, security technologies, and identity information.

- Core users can quickly detect and respond to internal and external attacks.

- This certification provides the skills needed to create reports, dashboards, and real-time alerts based on certain criteria defined within Splunk’s enterprise system. Liberty University’s Cyber Defense Club (Aug. 2019 - Present)

- Promoted the skills and capabilities for defending networks and computers systems. The Cyber Defense Club enhances Liberty’s reputation as a center of technological excellence and offers student mentor positions through CyberPatriot.

- Utilized Kali Linux in a safe and controlled Virtual Machine environment as an offensive/defensive tool to test network and system exploitations.

- Utilized GitHub repositories along with Burpsuite, Wireshark, Social Engineering Toolkit, Nmap, and Aircrack-ng, to discover vulnerabilities and implement Defense in Depth. CCNA: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (Aug. 2019 – Dec. 2019)

- Cisco Networking course which focuses on switching technologies and router operations.

- Configured and troubleshooted VLANS, Wireless LANs, and Inter-VLAN routing.

- Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills using real equipment and Cisco Packet Tracer. Work Experience

Ninth Street Parlor Lynchburg, VA (Aug. 2019 – Mar. 2020)

- Hired as an apprentice barber at the highest rated shop in Lynchburg, VA.

- Learned the importance of attention to detail as well as developing key communication and listening skills to provide clients with an enjoyable experience in the shop. Kumon: After School Math & Reading Programs New Britain, PA (June 2012 - April 2014)

- Tutored elementary and middle school age students.

- Developed comprehensive study plans which were tailored to each student.

- Graded students’ assignments and answered questions regarding homework problems. Volunteer Work

- CyberPatriot Mentor (February 2021 - Present) Calvary Baptist Church, Lansdale (June 2014 - Dec. 2020)

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