pfSense Firewall & IDS/IPS Lab
Built a segmented virtual security lab using pfSense, Kali Linux, Windows, and Suricata to practice firewall configuration, network segmentation, traffic control, and attack detection.
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Cybersecurity • Data Analytics • AI & Automation
I build secure, data-driven solutions using cybersecurity, analytics, automation, and modern IT technologies.
GET TO KNOW ME
I'm a Computer Science graduate and Information Systems Data Analyst with interests across data analytics, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and automation.
My experience combines data and business intelligence with hands-on IT and security work. I enjoy turning technical problems into practical solutions—whether that means building dashboards, automating data processes, analyzing security vulnerabilities, or working with IT infrastructure.
Outside of work, I continue developing my skills through cybersecurity labs, programming projects, cloud technologies, and AI experimentation.
MY JOURNEY
Link Manufacturing
Working across data analytics, business intelligence, cybersecurity, automation, and IT systems to improve visibility, reliability, and decision-making.
Link Manufacturing
Supported IT infrastructure, system administration, documentation, security, and data-related operations.
Den Hartog Industries
Built foundational experience in enterprise IT, networking, endpoint management, and security.
HANDS-ON WORK
Hands-on projects where I apply cybersecurity, networking, programming, and infrastructure concepts in practical environments.
Built a segmented virtual security lab using pfSense, Kali Linux, Windows, and Suricata to practice firewall configuration, network segmentation, traffic control, and attack detection.
View Project on GitHub ↗Documented a stage-by-stage VMware security lab using Kali Linux, Windows, and Ubuntu to explore offensive activity alongside defensive detection and analysis.
View Project on GitHub ↗Developed a Python network scanning project to practice socket programming, TCP connectivity, port discovery, and fundamental network reconnaissance concepts in a controlled lab.
View Project on GitHub ↗Developed a web application featuring user account creation, authentication, and ranking functionality, demonstrating full application development concepts.
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View My GitHub Profile ↗TECHNICAL TOOLKIT
Technologies and tools I use across data analytics, cybersecurity, IT systems, programming, cloud, and automation.
CONTINUOUS LEARNING
Professional certifications and hands-on training supporting my development across cybersecurity, cloud, and artificial intelligence.
Core cybersecurity knowledge covering threats, vulnerabilities, security architecture, operations, and risk management.
Foundational understanding of AWS cloud concepts, services, security, architecture, and cloud economics.
Foundational knowledge of artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, NLP, and Azure AI services.
Hands-on cybersecurity training covering networking, offensive security, defensive security, and practical labs.
Foundational training in computer systems, networking, web technologies, and cybersecurity concepts.
Practical training in penetration testing, reconnaissance, exploitation, and security assessment.
ACADEMIC FOUNDATION
Minor in Business Administration
Built a foundation in computer science, programming, information technology, systems, and problem solving while complementing my technical education with business studies.
BEYOND TECHNOLOGY
Technology is an important part of what I do, but teamwork, communication, service, and community involvement have also shaped my professional development.
MMR Church
Support audio/visual systems, presentations, and technical devices for church services and events.
Young Life
Participate in community and fundraising activities supporting youth development.
Dordt University
Collegiate athletics experience that strengthened discipline, consistency, teamwork, and resilience.
Dordt University
Participated in Chorale, Forensics (Speech & Debate), and Students Without Borders.
LET'S CONNECT
I'm always interested in connecting with professionals working across technology, cybersecurity, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and IT.