Cybersecurity Journey

Security & Systems

Building expertise in cybersecurity through hands-on labs, professional certifications, and practical training. Focused on network security, incident response, and security fundamentals to complement my development skills.

Security Tools & Technologies

Linux
Kali Linux
Ubuntu
Bash
SSH
Networking
Wireshark
Security

Why Cybersecurity?

As a developer, I've come to understand that building secure applications is just as important as building functional ones. My cybersecurity training complements my development skills, allowing me to write more secure code, understand common vulnerabilities, and implement security best practices from the ground up.

Through platforms like TryHackMe, OverTheWire, and formal certifications from IBM and Cisco, I'm building a strong foundation in network security, incident response, and system administration — skills that make me a more well‑rounded and security‑conscious developer. I’ve also been accepted into Western Governors University’s B.S. in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance — Expected Start: 03/2026.

Cybersecurity Training & Labs

IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate

In Progress

IBM via Coursera

Comprehensive program covering security fundamentals, threat intelligence, incident response, network security, and compliance frameworks.

Cisco Introduction to Cybersecurity

Completed

Cisco Networking Academy

Foundational course covering cybersecurity concepts, threat landscape, risk management, and basic security principles.

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TryHackMe Pre‑Security

Completed

TryHackMe

Hands-on learning path covering Linux fundamentals, networking basics, web application security, and introductory penetration testing.

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OverTheWire Bandit

Completed

OverTheWire

Command-line security challenges focused on Linux commands, file permissions, SSH, and basic security principles through practical wargames.

Configure and Test Basic Network Connectivity

Completed

Coursera

Practical course covering network configuration, connectivity testing, troubleshooting, and basic network administration tasks.

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Security & Systems Skills

Operating Systems

  • Linux
  • Bash scripting
  • SSH / SSH Keys

Security Tools

  • UFW / Fail2Ban
  • Wireshark (basic)
  • Nmap (basic)

Networking

  • TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP
  • Subnetting
  • Network troubleshooting

Security Concepts

  • SIEM Basics
  • Incident Response
  • Security frameworks