About Me

Professional Summary

Security‑focused IT and cybersecurity practitioner with hands‑on experience in penetration testing, vulnerability reporting, endpoint security, and IT systems administration. Strong background in Splunk analytics, Active Directory management, CIS Benchmarking, and secure configuration practices. Proven ability to communicate technical risks clearly, support enterprise environments, and lead cybersecurity initiatives through training, documentation, and real‑world testing engagements.

Technical Skills

• Security & Tools: Splunk, CrowdStrike, Abnormal Security, Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, MSFVenom, Ducky Script
• Systems: Active Directory, BitLocker, Windows Server, Kali Linux, Red Hat Linux, VirtualBox, VMware
• Programming: Python, Java, C++, Ruby, Scala, Haskell, HTML/CSS
• Scripting: PowerShell, Bash
• Forensics: Autopsy, FTK Imager
• Other: Microsoft Office Suite, AV/IT support, Technical Documentation

Experience

IT Intern – ASRaymond / Barnes Group (July 2024 – May 2026)

• Managed user and device administration in Active Directory.
• Configured printers and supported local server environments.
• Performed BitLocker encryption and maintained recovery key inventories.
• Authored documentation for Android‑based scanners and internal tools.
• Delivered daily IT support for office and warehouse operations.

Student IT Employee – Bowling Green State University (August 2023 – May 2026)

• Supported AV and classroom technology across campus.
• Resolved tickets through an automated IT service system.
• Trained faculty members on AV equipment usage.

GIS Intern – Owens Corning World Headquarters (May 2025 – July 2025)

• Built Splunk dashboards and integrated Splunk with AI‑driven email security tools.
• Communicated enterprise‑wide security updates and phishing‑reporting procedures.
• Participated in CrowdStrike sessions and assisted with endpoint security management.
• Automated alerting workflows using Splunk and Abnormal Security integrations.

Cybersecurity Experience

Penetration Testing & Secure Signals Project

• Conducted network and physical penetration tests for small businesses.
• Produced vulnerability reports and presented findings to clients.
• Performed CIS Benchmarks and delivered CIS‑aligned remediation reports.

Co‑Owner – HiCo Security LLC (Northwest Ohio)

• Defined scopes, ROEs, and testing plans for multiple clients.
• Scheduled and executed physical and network penetration tests.
• Delivered professional security reports and remediation guidance.

Cybersecurity CTF Club – BGSU (Founding VP)

• Taught Linux fundamentals and open‑source security tools.
• Led workshops on Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, and CTF methodologies.
• Competed in multiple CTF competitions and challenges.

Education

• Bowling Green State University — Graduating May 2026
  B.S. Computer Science (Cybersecurity Specialization)
• The Ohio State University — May 2023
  Associate of Arts

Certifications in Progress

• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA Pentest+
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Practical Network Penetration Tester (PNPT)

Awards

Eagle Scout • Order of the Arrow • National Sojourners Award • SCLA Honor Society