Michael Dawson

Cybersecurity Graduate | IT & Network Security Enthusiast

Passionate about protecting digital assets and securing the future of technology. Skilled in network security, penetration testing, and active directory.

About Me

Motivated and detail-oriented IT professional with hands-on experience in technical support, cybersecurity fundamentals, and system troubleshooting. Skilled in diagnosing hardware, software, and network issues, with a strong understanding of system administration, security controls, and NIST compliance. Proven ability to communicate effectively with users, resolve technical problems efficiently, and contribute to secure, stable IT environments. Eager to grow in a support or entry-level IT role while continuing to build on a cybersecurity foundation.

I believe in the importance of staying ahead of emerging threats and continuously learning about new security technologies and methodologies. My goal is to contribute to creating a safer digital environment for organizations and individuals alike.

50+ Security Labs
30+ Projects
24/7 Security Mindset

Technical Skills

Security Tools

Wireshark
Nmap
Metasploit
Burp Suite

Network Tools

ServiceNow
Lansweeper
Rapid7
SCCM

Security Concepts

Network Security
Cryptography
Incident Response
Risk Assessment

Featured Projects

Penetration Testing

Configured and deployed BloodHound and PlumHound on an Linux Ubuntu server to run an scan across a companys active directory to search and remidiate any vulnerabilities.

Linux PenTesting Cybersecurity

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Get In Touch

Let's Connect

I'm always interested in new opportunities and collaborations in the cybersecurity field. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss potential projects or opportunities.

DawsonMJ20@gmail.com
linkedin.com/in/michael-dawson20
github.com/tbd