Aspiring Cybersecurity Analyst and Student

Guled Abdi

Portland, Oregon 503-***-**** ********@*****.***

Objective

Motivated and detail-oriented cybersecurity student with hands-on experience in system configuration, data communication analysis, and safety enforcement. I am currently pursuing an associate degree in Cybersecurity and seeking an internship to apply classroom knowledge in a professional environment. Strong foundation in networking, operating systems, and security principles, complemented by real-world experience as a Cybersecurity Analyst. Eager to grow within a dynamic cybersecurity team and contribute to threat detection and system defense efforts.

Education

Associate degree in Cybersecurity at Portland Community College – Portland, OR, Expected: 2026 Technical Skills

●Networking & Communications: Basic networking protocols, secure data transmission, network architecture fundamentals

●Operating Systems: Windows and Linux system configuration and hardening

●Cybersecurity Concepts: Risk assessment, system monitoring, threat response fundamentals

●Scripting: Basic Bash and PowerShell scripting for system management

Software & Tools

●Windows and Linux OS environments

●Log monitoring and security auditing tools

●Command-line interfaces

●Virtualization platforms: VirtualBox, VMware

●Exposure to security tools through hands-on labs

Cybersecurity Courses Completed

●Introduction to Cybersecurity

●Networking Fundamentals

●Operating Systems and Security

●Data Communications

●Security Principles and Practices

(Additional coursework in progress)

Professional Experience

Security Officer

Allied Universal – Portland, OR

February 2021 – 2024

●Ensured safety of people and property through professional on-site security

●Operated and monitored surveillance systems for suspicious activity

●Conducted routine assessments and incident reporting

●Collaborated with management to enforce safety and emergency procedures

Projects & Interests

●Secure Data Transfer Research: Studied and presented modern techniques for secure communications

●System Security Labs: Built and secure virtual environments using Windows and Linux

●Cybersecurity Interests: Ethical hacking, threat hunting, incident response

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