OT/IT Network Support Technician Candidate

Josh Freeman

Network & OT/IT Support Professional CompTIA Network+ (In Progress) CCNA Coursework Grove Hill, AL 251-***-**** ***************@*****.*** PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Technically versatile professional with 7+ years in industrial manufacturing (AM/NS Calvert steel facility) combined with hands- on experience in network infrastructure, low-voltage wiring, A/V systems, and computer repair. Working toward CompTIA Network+ and CCNA certification, with a home lab covering network configuration, VPN/firewall management, and Linux administration. Studies offensive security independently through Hack The Box as a personal technical interest. Seeking network technician or OT/IT convergence roles where industrial floor experience and networking skills directly apply. CERTIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

CompTIA Network+ In Progress — Expected 2025/2026

Cisco CCNA Active coursework via Skillsoft

CompTIA Security+ Planned — following Network+

High School Diploma Jackson High School, Jackson, AL — 2003 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (SELF-PACED COURSEWORK, 2026) Completed self-study coursework in the following areas; certification exams not yet taken: CompTIA A+ Core 1 — hardware, networking fundamentals, troubleshooting, cloud & virtualization concepts CompTIA PenTest+ — testing frameworks & methodologies, governance/risk/compliance, reporting & remediation ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) — core security principles, incident response Cisco DevNet Associate (DEVASC) — dev environment setup, data formats, Linux & Windows tooling Cloud Computing fundamentals, incident response, and penetration testing awareness TECHNICAL SKILLS

Networking: TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, firewall/port management, Tailscale VPN, Wi-Fi AP setup, Cat5/Cat6 runs Security: Hack The Box, Burp Suite, SQLmap, Gobuster, Hashcat, Metasploit, privilege escalation, API exploitation Systems/OS: Linux (Mint/Ubuntu) administration, Windows 10/11, Jellyfin media server, SSH, SQLite Industrial/OT: PLC environment familiarity (HDGL line), overhead crane operation, conveyor/process systems Low-Voltage/Electrical: Cat5/Coax, 12V systems, potentiometers, capacitors, resistors, motor repair, solar wiring A/V & Hardware: audio system design/install, satellite/camera systems, custom PC builds, recording studio setup Tools & Software: Wireshark, Reaper DAW, Tailscale, Git (basic), Microsoft Office EXPERIENCE

Line 2 HDGL Entry Operator Overhead Crane Certified Packaging AM/NS Calvert — Calvert, AL Feb 2018 – Present Operate and monitor equipment on the Hot Dip Galvanizing Line (HDGL) in a high-volume steel manufacturing environment, ensuring uptime and safety compliance Certified overhead crane operator — transport finished steel coils across production zones Gained working familiarity with PLC-controlled systems and process automation in an industrial OT environment Cross-trained in Packaging dept; prepared and secured finished coils for shipment Maintained equipment performance and communicated issues across shift teams in a fast-paced, safety-critical facility Head Audio & Satellite Installer Record and Sound Shop — Jackson, AL Oct 2014 – Feb 2018 Designed and installed structured A/V and satellite systems for residential and commercial clients Installed and serviced IP-based security camera systems Repaired guitar electronics: pickup rewiring, potentiometer and capacitor replacement, signal tracing Managed service calls and installs independently with a strong record for clean, reliable work Computer Repair Technician Jackson Computer Repair — Thomasville, AL Apr 2013 – Oct 2014 Diagnosed and repaired hardware and software issues on desktops and laptops Installed Cat5 cable runs and server hardware for small business networks Provided direct client support and built long-term customer relationships HOME LAB & INDEPENDENT PROJECTS

Home Network Infrastructure

Designed and deployed a full residential Cat5/Ethernet network covering PCs, TVs, gaming consoles, and wireless APs. Configured VPN (Tailscale), firewall rules, and port forwarding. Runs Jellyfin media server on Linux. Hack The Box (HTB) Practice

Actively working through HTB machines with focus on privilege escalation, API exploitation, and lateral movement. Tools used: Burp Suite, SQLmap, Gobuster, Hashcat, Metasploit. Completed user flags on multiple machines. Solar-Powered Pump System

Designed and installed a fully off-grid solar water pumping system including panel sizing, charge controller, and 12V pump wiring.

Recording Studio Build

Built a high-performance custom PC and configured a full digital recording studio with acoustic treatment, ventilation engineering, and DAW optimization (Reaper, Neural DSP, Superior Drummer 3).

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