Penetration Testing It Support

Joshua A. Wright

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Available Date: November 2024 - Current City: Decatur,Ga Highly Relocatable (Preferred: Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado) Summary Results-oriented cybersecurity professional with a passion for identifying, assessing, and mitigating cyber threats. Adept at leveraging advanced technical skills, including penetration testing, threat hunting, and incident response training, to safeguard critical systems and data. Possesses a strong foundation in programming, scripting, and security analysis, enabling efficient problem-solving and innovative solutions. Committed to staying abreast of emerging threats and industry best practices to ensure optimal security posture. Technical Skills

• Security Tools: Burp Suite, Metasploit Suite, FFuF, Nmap, Maltego, Amass, Ghidra/R2/GDB/WINDBG, BloodHound, Known Windows/Linux Exploit Tools, SIEM (Splunk), Network Traffic Analysis (Wireshark, tcpdump), Interested in Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Newfound interaction with Threat Intelligence Platforms (CTI feeds), Vulnerability Scanners (Nessus, OpenVAS), Penetration Testing Tools (Metasploit, Kali Linux), (…inquire for others)

• Programming Languages: Python, PowerShell, Bash, Javascript, Kotlin, Ruby,

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• Security Concepts: Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessment, Penetration Testing, Incident Response, Digital Forensics, Malware Analysis, OSINT, Social Engineering, Web Application Security

• Certifications: CPTS, CDSA(Report Under Review)

Experience IT Consultant (Freelance) * Remote October 2016 - Present

* Conducted comprehensive security assessments and penetration testing training engagements (Leveraged tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit Suite, Nmap, etc.)

* Analyzed network traffic, endpoint logs, and security alerts to identify and respond to potential threats.

* Developed specialized internal security tools to improve efficiency.

* Provided expert guidance on comprehensive technical solutions to local small businesses and entrepreneurs (SEO, Security Audits, etc.)

* Collaborated with cross-functional teams (e.g., CTF teams) to progress in security engagements.

Harte Hanks * Blue Cross Blue Shield National Information Center September 2022 - February 2023 * Agent

* Volunteered and assisted in a source code review, identifying vulnerabilities within an internal application.

* Acted as a liaison between account staff and the technical team.

* Columbus State University * Columbus, GA August 2011 - January 2013 * Special Care and Technology Teaching Assistant

* Tutored and provided IT support services to college students with special needs. Education

Certified Defensive Security Analyst, Hack The Box 2024

Cyber Threat Hunting- Coursera, Remote June 2024

Certified Penetration Testing Specialist, Hack The Box 2023 250+ Targets Compromised 500+ Questions Successfully Answered

Google IT Support Course- Coursera, Remote September 2021

Google IT Support Professional Certificate 30 weeks of coursework

FCC JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures FCCNonprofit, Remote July 2018

FCC JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures Certificate 300 hours of coursework

FCC Front End Development Program FCC Nonprofit, Remote January 2018

FCC FrontEnd Developer Certificate 400 hours of coursework

TEFL/TESOL Certification Maximo Nivel S.A., Cuzco,Peru August 2019 150 hours/ Internationally Accredited Program/12 Hours of Practical Teaching

{Please review the Attached Certificates and Achievements} Soft Skills

• Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Adaptability and Continuous Learning: Eagerness to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving threat landscapes.

• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks.

• Time Management and Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.

• Language Proficiency: English, Korean, Spanish, (…inquire for others)

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