Tony Harkness

InfoSec Analyst | Aspiring Penetration Tester

Kansas City, MO, United States

Details

Education: Bachelor's degree

Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

Western Governors University

2022 : 2023

Ethical Hacking

Zero To Mastery Academy

2022 : 2022

Associate's degree

Computer Science

Metropolitan Community College

2018 : 2020

High School Diploma

Blue Springs High School

2015 : 2018

Experience: - Monitored and responded to security alerts, identified and investigated suspicious activity in the system, and reported findings to management.

- Installed and configured security systems and software to protect against malicious software, implemented preventive measures to protect systems and monitored network traffic to detect unusual or suspicious activity. Implemented procedures to secure corporate database and protect sensitive information.

- Increased enterprise-wide security awareness by 20%, reduced cyber-attacks by 27%, and improved data privacy compliance by 50%.

2022 : Present

Covenant Eyes

Information Security Analyst II

- Analyze security event data from multiple telemetry sources such as computing platforms, network elements, and security devices.

- Input customer data, perform system/network inventory, configuration management, operational ticket submission, request tracking, and problem resolution.

- Frontline customer support and incident notification.

- Generate and maintain runbooks for operational process and training documentation.

- Provide input to constantly improve products and services to add value for customers and shareholders.

2022 : 2022

Foresite Cybersecurity & Compliance

Information Security Analyst I

-Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing

environments including computer hardware, systems software,

applications software, and all configurations.

-Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other

network and system problems, and replace defective components

when necessary.

-Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures to protect

data, software, and hardware.

-Monitor network performance to determine whether adjustments

need to be made, and to determine where changes will need to be

made in the future.

2021 : 2022

KCHelpdesk

Systems Administrator

-Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper

installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software.

-Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral

equipment, following design or installation specifications.

-Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer

diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems or to provide technical

assistance and support.

-Develop training materials and procedures, or train users in the proper

use of hardware or software.

2020 : 2021

KCHelpdesk

Support Technician

Company: Covenant Eyes

Years of Experience: 3

Skills Active Directory, Active Directory Exploitation, Bash, Cloud Security, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Enumeration, Ethical Hacking, Help Desk Support, Incident Handling, Incident Response, Information Gathering, IT Operations, Kali Linux, Linux, MacOS, Metasploit, Penetration Testing, pentesting, Powershell, Python (Programming Language), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Operations, Threat & Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessment, Web Applications, Windows

About 23yr old Cybersecurity professional with 3 years of experience in the IT industry, specializing in identifying and mitigating security risks. Seeking a challenging position as a penetration tester to utilize my skills and experience in protecting organizations from cyber attacks. I have a proven track record of success in monitoring security alerts, investigating suspicious activities, and implementing preventive measures to safeguard systems. Additionally, I have a strong background in maintaining computer networks, resolving hardware/software issues, and implementing network security measures. Currently pursuing certifications such as TCM Security's PNPT and I have previously achieved the following certifications: CompTIA Pentest+, CompTIA CySA+, and ITIL Foundations(& more). Proficient in platforms like Windows, Linux, and OS X, and skilled in tools such as Kali Linux, nmap, Metasploit Framework, Burpsuite, SQL, nano, Wireshark, and Responder. Connect with me to explore opportunities in cybersecurity and penetration testing.

Email: tonyharkness816@gmail.com