E-mail : advgk8@r.postjobfree.com Website : https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian-

d-hobson-3424a8179/

Phone : 312-***-**** Address : 4127 S Drexel

Chicago

United States

Vitamin Shoppe December 2022 — Present

Christian Dean Hobson

Objective

I am an Physical Security/IT cybersecurity specialist, I love creating and or understanding security posture whether its physical or technical. I have been working in security for many years and through my years of developing a mindset for security I found that I have a strong dedication to hardening security posture to make sure operations are in compliance to the written policies. I love technology, and the elasticity of whats capable from understanding the foundation of it. Especially what the knowledge can do for protect assets for companies. I throughly enjoy using my tools to carry out security task or whatever the business requires. I possess broad knowledge of a variety of security components. Fast learner with the ability to grasp new threats, concepts, and technologies. Interested in continuing my education and developing a career as a Cyber Security professional by earning knowledge and skills through full-time positions and self guided reaserch. Security & Privacy is amazing and i am extremely passionate about the field and by all means willing to learn and grow.

Work experience

Health Enthusiast

Deliver the Branded Customer Experience (customer service) and drives sales by providing unmatched service. Through shifting priorities and tactics Health Enthusiasts will engage and meet the customer demands delivering friendly and prompt service to minimize wait time. Use product knowledge, product information and available resources to educate customers and assist them in making product selections that are right for them. Support sampling regiment through customer engagement. Participate in learning and development activities (daily store meetings and product/online education) in order to provide optimal customer service.

Complete Learning Path and Vitamin Shoppe University training activities in established timelines. Maintain professional and courteous relationships with customers, co-workers and management fostering a positive work environment and embraces diversity.

Collaborate with the store team to understand, support and achieve established sales goals and objectives. Participate in donation drives identified by the Customer Support Center. Promote growth and sales by creating and maintaining internal/external community outreach relationships within the local community.

Establish an active sampling regimen through customer engagement. Perform regular maintenance; clean shelves, baskets, backrooms, front sidewalks, bathrooms, windows and floor according to company policy as directed by the management team. Assist in unloading stock, stocking shelves, checking products against invoice, sorting and distributing stock, pricing merchandise, cleaning fixtures and displaying product. Aid the management team in the implementation of merchandising and operational procedures. Perform category maintenance by rotating products according to the company’s product rotation policy. Identify damaged and expired product

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Jesse Brown VA Police Department June 2022 — Present CYDI High School February 2022 — March 2023

Enterprise Rent- A-Car June 2021 — June 2022

Execute and ensure product is set to Planogram.

Operate the cash register and execute customer transactions efficiently. Total price, tax, and shipping and handling charges accurately.

Fully understand register functions, and balance the cash register at the end of each shift or as scheduled. Adhere to and verify bank deposit process along with the Manager on Duty. Aid the management team in ensuring the Vitamin Shoppe Healthy Award Club program is consistently promoted and customer information, including email is captured and accurate. Follow Loss Prevention standards as implemented by the Vitamin Shoppe. Adhere to assigned work schedule, responsible to promptly clock in/out and approve timecard during last shift worked. Adhere to personal appearance policy.

Follow management direction in completing other duties as required Security Assistant

Develop and recommend new and/or revised inspection, evaluation, and penetration testing methodologies for cyber security appraisals.

Collaborate with senior leadership, departmental and contractor managers and staff in scheduling, planning, coordinating, and implementing the Independent Oversight Cyber Security Appraisal Program. Provide recommendations on implementation strategies and policy recommendations based on industry best practices and governing directives.

Initiate, direct, and participate in the full life cycle of cyber security appraisals and network penetration testing of geographically dispersed and operationally diverse agency facilities. Reviewing position risk sensitivity levels as full assistant to the Personnel Security Specialist. Serving as the initial point of contact for new appointees including but not limited to paid or without compensation employees, volunteers, students, residents, and contractors. Reviewing information submitted by the requesting office to validate level of background required, entering appointee information into a local data base tracking system and referring appointee for fingerprinting. Taking and transmitting electronic fingerprints for appointees or when the FBI returns fingerprints unclassifiable for various reasons.

Supporting the programming of PIV cards after being manufactured and performing minor PIV troubleshooting of the PIV System during malfunctions and resolve system issues. Maintaining an in-depth working knowledge of PIV role holder responsibilities. Performing administrative tasks associated with the authorization and issuance of the PIV card, a standardized identification badge designed to increase security related with physical access to Federal facilities and networks and logical access to computer systems.

Audio Technology Instructor

Developing and issuing educational content including notes, test, and assignments Delivering personalized instruction to each student by encouraging interactive learning. Evaluating and documenting students’ progress.

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills. Junior Network Security Engineer ( 6 Months) / Management Trainee Retail Office (6months) Management Trainee (6 months)

Attention to details.

Knowledge and demonstrate experience of information security technologies and methods. Knowledgeable with IP Networks and network infrastructure Troubleshooting/problem-solving ability

Curiosity to learn new skills quickly.

Perform and interpret vulnerability assessments.

Administer the operations of a security infrastructure. Christian Dean Hobson 2

Brinks January 2021 — February 2022

Connect and empathize with customers.

Listen to understand.

Make cold calls.

Push sales

Supporting managers with various tasks (e.g., policy making, goal setting) Learning to evaluate performance.

Research ways to increase profitability and lower risk. Strong verbal and written presentation skills

Junior Network Engineer (6 months)

Leading and participating in the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, communication links, and routing protocols Planning, designing, and developing local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), virtual private networks (VPNs), and network security (firewalls, IDS, NAC) Monitoring, analyzing, and resolving network hardware and software problems in a timely and accurate fashion. Connect, operate, and monitor Network Systems to more than 1.000 assets. Close cooperation with the data center, operations, and technical teams Create and maintain network documentation of logical network level, physical network design, VLANs, Firewalls, Routing-Protocol

Work with the existing team to improve telecommunications and network options for remote communications in EU and non-EU countries.

Create and optimize internal network and infrastructure processes. Responsible for implementation of customer projects for Business Units supported by Process IT in a timely manner.

Analyze, diagnose, and troubleshoot issues in network. Turret Guard/ Route Security

Guard and maintained the safety and security of our employees, armored truck, and liability always. Delivered or picked up valuables at customer locations. Maintain spatial awareness while own route.

Remain alert and always prepared, not only protecting the crew or premises against attack, but also watching for accidents that could result in a loss.

Reconcile customer deposits and receipts of all valuables managed during daily business. Provide excellent customer service.

Maintain the safety, security, and control of the building at all times Control access to the building

Verify identification of all persons seeking access to the building Verify entrance authorization for all persons seeking access to the building Monitor CCTV system for any suspicious persons/vehicles near the building Alert management of any suspicious or unusual persons, vehicles, or situations Notify emergency services if needed

Maintain radio communication with truck crews on a regular basis throughout the day Scan personnel with metal detectors, as directed

Complete appropriate daily written reports

Other duties as required

Minimum qualifications include:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Good observation skills

Minimum of 21 years of age

Willing to work in an armed environment and able to qualify for a firearm permit History of working collaboratively with others

Solid work history and credit record

Strong ethics and integrity

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University Of Chicago ( Residential

Services)

August 2018 — September 2020

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place May 2017 — August 2018 Lowe's Home Improvement March 2016 — August2017

Starbucks Coffee June 2015 — February 2016

Campus Dorm Security

Act as first responder to all campus emergencies, medical and criminal, that could potentially be hazardous and/or life threatening.

Enforce campus policies and procedures as may relate to safety and security concerns. Assist Residence and Student Life with enforcement of hall regulations and Code of Conduct Violations. • Make regular inspection tours of the campus facilities noting unusual occurrences. Watch for trespassers, fire, water leaks, or other circumstances which could lead to loss or damage to property and equipment.

Unlock buildings as scheduled for events and ensures all windows and doors are locked as scheduled. Observe and report hazardous conditions to management. Ensure inside and outside lights are turned on/off as required and informs supervisor when any electrical or mechanical system is malfunctioning.

Ensure only authorized persons are admitted to the campus while on duty. Direct visitors and assists as necessary.

Monitor parking lots and direct traffic and parking as necessary. Enforce campus traffic regulations including parking, and speeding. Enforce campus policies including smoking, alcohol usage, and drug usage. Observe weather conditions on campus and report dangerous or unusual weatherrelated activity to management. Complete investigations of College violations, including viewing camera footage, talking with witnesses, and writing incident reports.

Act as a liaison for the College with local law enforcement. Provide awareness education/information on an informal basis to students and employees during other duties. May be required to perform incidental custodial and maintenance duties as required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Banquet Steward

Have a minimum of 1 year outlet food service experience with a general knowledge of banquet operations. Be incredibly friendly, customer centric, love to smile and radiate a positive and accommodating attitude while interacting with customers.

Serves menu items to guests in a prompt and courteous manner and according to the banquet event order; times the service of courses to correspond with the dining pace of the guests. Performs pre- and post-shift side work, set-up, condiments, etc. Clears table after service. Removes trays of dirty dishes, silverware, and glassware to kitchen for cleaning. Clears room at end of banquet of all props and centerpieces and properly returns to storage. Responds quickly to guest requests in a friendly manner. Follows up to ensure guest satisfaction. Performs pre- and post-shift side work including stock service station, makes coffee, etc. Provides a professional image at all times through appearance and dress. Paint Associate

Being friendly and professional, welcoming customers to Lowe’s and helping with home improvement project needs.

Validating loading tickets and processing orders and deliveries accurately so customers receive merchandise as expected and in a timely manner.

Engaging in safe work practices and encouraging others to do the same. Christian Dean Hobson 4

Macy's State Street November 2010 — August 2014

Barista

Greet customers as they arrive at the Starbucks outlet and inquire into their orders Provide quality beverages, whole bean and food products consistently for all customers by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards

Maintain a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating to standard. Educate customers by presenting and explaining the coffee drink menu and answering questions. Sell coffee and coffee grinding/brewing equipment by explaining differences in coffee beans and coffee preparation machines and demonstrating how brewing equipment operates. Maintain inventories by replenishing coffee bean supply, stocking coffee brewing equipment, maintaining supplies, pastries and cookies for coffee bar.

Keep equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns. Ensure that any complaints are resolved in a positive manner, keeping customers happy ensuring recurring business.

Ensure that Starbucks merchandising and signing standards are followed. Handle payment transactions in an efficient manner Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program. Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required. Early Morning Support

Provide an exceptional customer shopping experience by ensuring that both the store and online customers are always the #1 priority.

Service the customer in a helpful and friendly manner including point of sale transactions, credit, and loyalty program enrollment, and helping him/her find what he/she is looking for. Collaborate with Managers, Leads and Colleagues throughout the store to create a clean, neat and easy to shop store environment; maintain sales floor and fitting room recovery standards to include fitting room stalls, sorting merchandise and ensuring merchandise is worked back to sales floor as soon as time permits. Support Omni-channel initiatives such as fulfillment of online or Buy Online/Pick Up in Store orders. Perform all functions in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner and flex between tasks as directed by supervisor. Participate in the physical inventory process and ensure that shortage prevention initiatives are executed. Adhere to Asset Protection and inventory control and compliance procedures. Collaborate with peers to coordinate merchandise support tasks and flex between tasks (merchandising, pricing, signing, fulfillment, replenishment, receiving, reverse logistics, radio frequency scanning, and stockroom maintenance) as needed to ensure completion/execution. Execute receiving, merchandise processing, packing/shipping and reverse logistics tasks timely and accurately to include processing inbound merchandise to floor ready standards by removing packaging and placing sensors per MMPS standards.

Delivery of processed merchandise to appropriate sales floor drop zones, first quality packing standards and processing of fulfillment orders and reverse logistics (damages, transfers, RTVs), accurate outbound trailer execution.

Collection and sorting of hangers, sensor tags, trash, and recycling throughout the store Organization, maintenance, and replenishment of supply areas including sales floor, building lamping, and customer carryout and special delivery as needed.

Assist in other tasks as needed (pricing, signing, merchandising, replenishment, fulfillment, RFID, stockroom maintenance)

Pull merchandise to set-up visual representations. Construct, paint, set-up, and install signs, sale banners, panels, and other items required for special events, clearance events, and fashion shows.

Set-up and maintain fixtures using hand or power tools, such as saws, dykes, hammers, screwdrivers, staple guns, ladders, mannequin units, scissors, nails, spray paint, spray glue, and knives. Maintain and present visual displays in a compelling and exciting manner in accordance with company directives. Assist customers and complete point of sale transactions as needed. Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality.

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BS in Spanish August 2014 — May 2017

BS in CyberSecurity April 2021 — Present

Qualifications

SKILLS

Operating System: Windows, Linux, and Mac OS

Tools: Nmap, Wireshark, Microsoft Office 365 Products Microsoft Azure Port/Vulnerability Scanning: Nmap, Ncat, Nessus.

Network Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, HTTPS Server/Client Side: Metasploit

Penetration Testing: Web Applications, Network, Cloud, Wireless. CODING LANGUAGES: Python (Automation) Data Analyzing OTHER SKILLS: Risk Analysis, Access Management, Key Management, Vulnerability Management, Network Security, Endpoint Security, Security Protocols, Jira, Salesforce, Databases, Hospitality, Sales, 3PL, Active Directory, PKI. SOFT SKILLS: Interpersonal Skills, Organization, Analytical Abilities, Creativity, Project Management, Tenacity, Problem- Solving, Resourcefulness, Leadership, Flexibility

Education

Illinois State University

Obtained the BS degree with GPA 3.3

Purdue University

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