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Intro

On this page, you’ll find information about my professional, academic, and athletic background, as well as my career goals.

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I am a cybersecurity professional with a strong interest in ethical hacking, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and network security. I am Hard-working, challenge-driven, and passionate about problem-solving, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively in team environments. I have experience in internal network penetration testing, web application penetration testing, and a solid foundation in security and risk management. Having recently completed the Practical Junior Penetration Tester (PJPT) exam offered by TCM Security—where I achieved a full Active Directory domain compromise by gaining Domain Admin privileges and provided a professional findings report with remediation recommendations for each exploited vulnerability—I am now preparing for the CISSP certification and plan to take the exam soon. I also possess:

  • Proficient in programming and scripting with Java, Python, and Bash for automation, security testing, and software development.
  • Experienced with security toolkits, including Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite Pro, and Nessus.
  • Proficient in conducting Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and implementing Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) plans.
  • Skilled in networking, subnetting, troubleshooting, system imaging, and hardware maintenance.
  • Hands on Active Directory penetration testing skills.

Education

  • Drury University – August 2023
    • Bachelor’s in Mathematics.
    • Minor in Cyber-Risk Management.
    • Certificate in Data Analytics

Certification

  • TCM Security – March 2025
    • Practical Junior Penetration Tester (PJPT).

Experience

MO Dept. of Labor and Industrial Relations – onsite – Springfield, MO

April 2024 – Present

Benefit Program Specialist

  • Adhere to identity and access management policies to ensure that only authorized personnel can access unemployment claims data. This includes following proper authentication procedures to verify the identities of claimants and employers before disclosing any information.
  • Uphold the integrity of the unemployment program by ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Investigate and determine claimants’ eligibility for unemployment benefits.
  • Identify and resolve discrepancies in unemployment claims by monitoring and assessing unemployment data for accuracy.
  • Provide customer support and guidance by assisting claimants with the unemployment process, clearly explaining policies, and addressing inquiries professionally.

Springfield Prep Club – onsite – Springfield, MO

August 2023 – April 2024

Aquatics Instructor

  • Coached and mentored children (ages 7–11), focusing on skill development, confidence-building, and water safety.
  • Designed age-appropriate training sessions to improve technique, endurance, and swimming fundamentals.
  • Created a supportive and engaging environment, fostering teamwork, discipline, and a love for the sport.

Drury University, onsite/Springfield, MO

August 2022 – August 2023

IT Technician

  • Help Desk Support: Provided user support, including identity verification, login issue resolution, credential management in Active Directory and OneLogin, and software troubleshooting.
  • Technical Assistance: Assisted user support specialists and the technology support manager with software and hardware installations on MAC and Windows, and BIOS settings adjustments on Windows machines.
  • Imaging and Configuration: Deployed computer images and configured BIOS settings under the guidance of the technology support manager.
  • System Maintenance: Performed regular maintenance and updates on university computers to ensure optimal performance and security across all devices.

Swimming Career HIghlights

NCAA 2nd Division

August 2018 – May 2023

  • 2021 NCAA Division II National Champion 200 yards Backstroke.
  • 2021 NCAA Division II National Record and 1st place 4×50 yards medley relay.
  • 2020 – 2021 – 2023 GLVC Champion 200 yards Backstroke.

Brazil – CBDA

January 2013 – September 2021

  • 2018 South American Champion 200 meters Backstroke in Peru (LCM).
  • 11th place 200 meters Backstroke 2015 World Junior Swimming Championships in Singapore.
  • Key contributor to team victories in major national and international competitions.