Fiber Optic Network Security

Professional Summary

●Motivated and detail-oriented Cybersecurity student with a strong foundation in network security, penetration testing, and risk management. Hands-on experience with network troubleshooting, system security tools, and data encryption. Adept at problem-solving and adapting quickly to new challenges in both technical and field-based environments.

●Background includes 3+ years of welding and fabrication experience, emphasizing precision, compliance with safety standards, and technical problem-solving. Skilled in record management, inventory tracking, and data organization, with current experience in documenting fiber optic installations.

●Eager to transition into cybersecurity, applying technical knowledge, analytical skills, and a strong work ethic to real-world security challenges.

●Networking and cybersecurity student skilled in designing and simulating complex network architectures using Cisco Packet Tracer.

Employment History

●Fiber Optic Helper TLT Construction Co. Marion, TX May 2024 – Present

Tracked and logged job site visits, documenting locations, dates, and fiber optic installations for company record.

Assisted in troubleshooting connectivity issues, identifying and resolving fiber optic disruptions

Maintained digital logs of work orders, ensuring accurate documentation and project tracking

Worked with technical teams to ensure compliance with safety and efficiency standards

●Delivery Driver Mark of Excellence Waco, TX Nov. 2022 – May 2024

Maintained and updated inventory logs and delivery records to track order accuracy

Used problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and correct order discrepancies

Managed time-sensitive deliveries and maintained strong organizational skills

●Hospitality Staff Baylor Scott & White Waco, TX May 2021 – Sept. 2022

Maintained detailed records of food preparation and inventory tracking

Ensured cleanliness and organization of workstations for efficiency and compliance

Education

●Texas State Technical College Online

Associate in Cybersecurity (Expected Graduation: Spring 2025)

■Focus on network security, penetration testing, and risk assessment

■Coursework in Linux, Windows Server, ethical hacking, and system forensics

■Learning key systems in networking software such as Cisco Packet Tracer and Wireshark

■Networking essentials, Routing and Subnetting calculations

●Texas State Technical College Waco, TX

Associate of Applied Science, Welding Technologies

●Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX

Associate of Applied Science, Criminal Justice (Uncompleted)

Skills

●Cybersecurity & IT:

Network Security: Basic networking (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, VPNs)

Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking: Familiar with tools like Wireshark, Autopsy, Kali Linux

Operating Systems: Linux, Windows Server, Windows 10/11

Security Concepts: Risk management, data encryption, intrusion detection, malware analysis

Troubleshooting & Incident Response: Experience resolving network and security vulnerabilities

Good understanding of Cisco Packet Tracer, Autopsy and VMWare

●Additional Technical Skills:

Data Entry & Documentation: Tracking job site records, managing logs, and maintaining project data

Inventory & Record Keeping: Organized tracking of materials and work orders

Fabrication & Welding: MIG, TIG, blueprint reading, CNC machine programming

Experience/Personal Projects

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