Cybersecurity Associate - Network Defense Specialist

JOSHUA GOMEZ

DFW, TX 214-***-**** *************@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

Cybersecurity professional with an Associate Degree in Networking and Cyber Security. Seeking a Cybersecurity position to apply hands-on technical training in network defense, vulnerability mitigation, secure systems management, and hardware optimization. Proven track record of operational reliability, strict compliance adherence, and leadership within high-pressure environments.

EDUCATION & ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

Associate of Applied Science in Cyber Security, Hill College (Hillsboro, TX) May 2026

Certificate in Cyber Security, Hill College (Hillsboro, TX) May 2025

High School Diploma, Cleburne High School (Cleburne, TX) May 2023

TECHNICAL & PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Security & Analysis: Defensive & Offensive Security, Vulnerability Management, Incident Response Concepts, Threat Identification, Penetration Testing Fundamentals, Log Analysis

Networking & Infrastructure: Server Hardware Configuration & Deployment, Network Cabling & Physical Infrastructure Installation, Power Supply Unit (PSU) Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Routing & Switching Fundamentals

Operating Systems: Windows, Windows Server, Linux Environment Administration

Core Competencies: Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Compliance, Asset Management & Inventory Tracking, Risk Mitigation, Technical Documentation, Cross-Functional Team Leadership

PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE & TECHNICAL LABS

National Cyber League (NCL) Competitor Fall 2025 – Spring 2026

Engaged in rigorous, hands-on team and individual challenges mapping directly to industry security frameworks and enterprise cybersecurity standards.

Applied practical methodologies in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), log analysis, network traffic evaluation via packet capture tools, and network defense mapping.

Academic Lab Environments Hill College

System Administration & Hardening: Executed deployment, user access configuration, and system defense protocols within Windows Server and Linux network environments.

Hardware Optimization: Performed physical builds, enterprise server provisioning, and component-level diagnostic tracking to maintain baseline hardware availability.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Stocker / Equipment Operator HEB July 2024 – Present

Manage high-volume data and physical asset integrity utilizing digital corporate inventory management systems, maintaining 100% data tracking alignment and minimizing system discrepancies.

Operate specialized logistics machinery with heightened situational awareness and immediate risk-mitigation focus, strictly adhering to regulatory compliance standards.

Power Equipment Operator Lowe's September 2023 – July 2024

Maintained continuous technical training and multiple equipment system certifications, demonstrating dedication to procedural knowledge, baseline safety audits, and continuous skill enhancement.

Coordinated complex, multi-variable material distributions for commercial contractors, ensuring perfect inventory verification, access control execution, and strict project timelines.

Restaurant Lead Raising Cane's April 2022 – September 2023

Supervised daily operational parameters, point-of-sale (POS) terminal integrity, and end-of-day compliance audits to maintain comprehensive data and fiscal accountability.

Trained incoming personnel on strict operational procedures, safety guidelines, and regulatory compliance, directly enhancing team technical precision and risk management capabilities.

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