IT Analyst

ALEXANDER SPECKMAN

630-***-**** **********@*****.*** Geneva, IL linkedin.com/in/

SECURITY OPERATIONS ANALYTICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICE MANAGEMENT Results-driven cybersecurity professional with a passion for providing exceptional technical support and troubleshooting expertise. Skilled in problem solving issues, customer-facing assistance and support. Adept at designing solutions for aligning security architecture plans and processes with SOC standards. Eager to join a team and put what I’ve learned into practice. References available upon request.

CERTIFICATIONS/TECHNICAL SKILLS

Certifications: CompTIA Security+ November/2023 Certificate Link Operating Systems: Linux, MS Windows, Mac OS

Programming: Python, Bash Scripting

Tools and Technologies: Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, OSINT, Splunk, Wireshark, Firewalls, OSI Model, Powershell, Network Security, SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, Cloud Native APIs (AWS), MITRE, Office Suite TECHNICAL PROJECTS

ChatGPT & AI’s Growing Impact on Cybersecurity Red Teamer February/2023 Project Link

● Researched ChatGPT’s current potential use for offensive cybersecurity operations.

● Explored methods to bypass ChatGPT’s rules against illegal requests, demonstrating forward-thinking cybersecurity skills.

● Jailbroke ChatGPT AI in order to demonstrate how Threat Actors could use it to assist in attacks.

● Concluded that, while it won’t impact the industry significantly now, it likely will in the near future with how fast people are learning how to use it.

EDUCATION

The University of Illinois Chicago Cyber Bootcamp Chicago, IL August/2022 - February/2023 Powered by Fullstack Academy Certificate Link

Six-month immersive program designed to train in advanced red team/blue team skills and use of security tools.

● Certificate in Advanced Red Team/Blue Team Skills and Security Tools

● Developed solid foundations in computer knowledge, including Windows OS and LInux OS

● Proficient in common Command Line Interface (CLI) for Linux through Fullstack’s CTF challenges

● Acquired Python and Bash scripting skills for automation and scripting purposes through practical exams and hands-on projects.

● Gained expertise in offensive techniques and mitigation strategies aligning with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO-27001, MITRE ATT&CK)

● Hands-on experience with tools like Snort, Splunk, Wireshark, Burpsuite, Metasploit, Nessus, and Nmap

● Familiarity with incident response procedures, forensics tools, PCI-DSS, and FISMA

● Conducted threat hunting using SIEM Splunk and investigated traffic for IOCs. Waubonsee Community College Sugar Grove, IL

Associate of Arts & Associate of Science September/2019 EXPERIENCE

Pricing Analyst Jewel Osco Elburn, IL September/2019 - Present

● Coordinated the Scanning Department during a store remodel, working with remodel teams and ensuring accurate schematics and pricing for each section.

● Troubleshot pricing and product data issues, ensuring precise pricing at cash registers.

● Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency.

● Proficiently used ISP Linux and Windows for backend and customer facing tasks.

● Frequently interacted with customers and product vendors, demonstrating effective communication skills

● Rewrote department handbook sections to improve clarity and understanding.

● Conducted training sessions for team members, including non-technical staff, showcasing effective communication skills.

Shift Manager Jewel Osco Elburn, IL February/2018 - September/2019

● Effectively handled customer-facing issues and tasks, ensuring customer satisfaction.

● Managed time-sensitive situations and demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills.

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