Hands-On Network Security

Robert Demotto Jr

Mill Creek, WV 304-***-**** ******************@*****.*** LinkedIn Cybersecurity Portfolio Professional Summary

Fueled by purpose and powered by persistence, I am an Aspiring Network Security Analyst with hands-on experience in cybersecurity practices and a strong foundation in project management. Completed the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate with a focus on proactive threat management, risk mitigation, and hands-on projects. Committed to continuous learning and contributing to cybersecurity initiatives, I am passionate about shaping the minds of tomorrow today. RELEVANT SKILLS & EXPERTISE

Tools/Languages: Linux, Windows, SQL (BigQuery, SQL servers), Splunk, WireShark, Tcpdump, Suricata, Python, C#, Object-Oriented Programming

Security Practices: Information Security, Network Security, Threat Analysis, Log Analysis, Security Frameworks Software Platforms: Google Workspace, Slack, Oracle Application Server Additional Skills: Threat Intelligence, Firewall Management, Intrusion Detection CYBERSECURITY PROJECTS

TryHackMe Rooms: Utilized interactive, gamified virtual environment to enhance practical knowledge and hands-on skills:

● Linux Fundamentals (1, 2, & 3) and Linux Strength Training - Navigated directories and files, adjusted permissions, analyzed logs, explored common utilities

● Intro to Logs and Log Analysis - Identified log types, located logs, employed regular expressions (RegEx), and utilized command line and CyberChef for effective log analysis

● Wireshark Basics and Wireshark 101 - Gained proficiency in packet dissection, navigation, and filtering techniques; analyzed ARP, ICMP, TCP, DNS, HTTP, and HTTPS traffic for network troubleshooting and security analysis

● Windows Fundamentals (1, 2, & 3) and Windows Forensics (1 & 2) - Acquired fundamental understanding of Windows, including file systems, user account control (UAC), control panel, system configuration, security, firewall, registry, and FAT/NTFS file systems; developed skills in accessing hives, utilizing registry explorer, and recovering files

● Splunk Basics, Incident Handling with Splunk, and Splunk (2 & 3) - Developed skills in navigating Splunk; conducting incident handling using Splunk; participated in the Boss of the SOC investigation for security analysis

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Executive Administrative Assistant RWV Techsolutions (Contracted with Lindo Digital Ltd) 2024-present

● Enhanced data protection by 30% through security protocol implementation.

● Automated workflows, reducing manual errors by 25%. Customer Service Representative Teleperformance 01/2018-01/2021

● Maintained a 95% satisfaction rate, managing customer inquiries and data.

● Collaborated with teams to enhance service quality and operational efficiency Project Manager American Express 05/2003-08/2009

● Led crisis management, ensuring business continuity during the 2008-2009 credit crisis.

● Reduced credit exposure by 40% and achieved a 15% reduction in default rates through risk mitigation and compliance.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, & CERTIFICATIONS

Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate • Merit America, Virtual 07/2024

● Cultivated holistic understanding of cybersecurity’s critical role in organizational security, privacy, and success, including how to systematically identify and mitigate risks, threats, and vulnerabilities

● Gained practical experience with Linux, SQL, Python and utilized SIEM tools, IDS, and network protocol analyzers for proactive threat management

● Applied knowledge to real-world scenarios, developing skills in proactive threat detection and response through completion of dynamic hands-on projects, including: conducting a simulated security audit, responding to a cyber incident, analyzing vulnerable systems, and completing an incident handler’s journal

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