Charles Stover
Houston, TX **********@**.*****.*** 832-***-****
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charlesstover001
Professional Summary
Results-driven cybersecurity professional with a B.S. in Computer and Network Security, graduated Summa Cum Laude, and certified in Digital Evidence Investigations. Skilled in security analysis, incident response, digital forensics, and penetration testing. Proficient with tools like Wireshark, Magnet AXIOM, Cellebrite UFED, and SIEM platforms. Strong foundation in Windows/Linux, vulnerability management, and system hardening. Known for problem-solving, attention to detail, and protecting digital infrastructure. Technical Skills
• Windows & Linux OS • Digital Forensics • Penetration Testing • Incident Response • Network Security • SCCM • Wireshark • Magnet AXIOM • Cellebrite UFED • Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) • TCP/IP & Firewall Config • Malware Analysis • PowerShell Scripting • Active Directory Professional Experience
IT Contractor – Bellaire Medical Care Group
Houston, TX April 2020 – Present
- Upgraded and hardened Windows-based laptops, desktops, and network infrastructure.
- Performed penetration testing and remediated vulnerabilities across endpoints.
- Diagnosed hardware/software issues; maintained endpoint performance.
- Evaluated office layout and implemented physical security best practices. Membership & Tech Specialist – Sam’s Club
Houston, TX September 2013 – Present
- Provided customer-facing and technical support in a high-traffic retail environment.
- Led photo editing and tech sales, trained new staff, and enforced asset security.
- Boosted sales by 75% through improved marketing and customer engagement strategies. Education
Wilmington University – New Castle, DE
Bachelor of Science in Computer and Network Security Graduated Summa Cum Laude GPA: 3.85
Certificate: Digital Evidence Investigations (Completed Dec 2024) Certifications
• CompTIA + TestOut PC Pro
• CompTIA + TestOut Security Pro
• CompTIA + TestOut Server Pro 2016
• CompTIA + TestOut Ethical Hacker Pro
Projects & Hands-On Experience
• Network Forensics – Used Wireshark to detect and analyze intrusions.
• Malware Analysis – Reverse engineered samples with Ghidra and IDA Pro.
• Mobile Forensics – Extracted and analyzed data using Cellebrite UFED.
• Ethical Hacking – Conducted penetration testing in controlled environments.