BENJAMIN ASHFORD
Denton,TX
Summary
Professional with 1 year of hands-on experience and 3 years of self-directed learning in cybersecurity. Specialized in installing and configuring software to safeguard against viruses, malware, and network breaches. Conducted thorough investigations to identify and address vulnerabilities, ensuring sensitive data remains secure. Committed to implementing effective security solutions while continuously expanding knowledge in the field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Student - Cybersecurity, AAS.
North Central Texas College
Denton, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with peers to develop innovative solutions for setting up different types of network configurations like VLANs, LANs, one WAN.
- Assisted other students in-classroom in memorizing syntax and executing command line workflows for router, server and switch terminal commands.
- Provided full configs for multiple CISCO router, s teh and server layouts and set up and connected/verified network communication between multiple endpoint devices daily in-classroom.
- Installed, configured, upgraded and troubleshot hardware components such as servers, PCs and printers.
- Achieved Chancellor's List and SCLA Honors with 4.0 GPA in freshman year.
Cybersecurity Intern
Denton ISD, Technology
Denton, TX
01.2026 - Current
- Created and implemented a full server stack. Built a Hyper-V hosted failover cluster running 4 VMs. Built and hosted a SQL 2025 server on 3 nodes of this failover cluster.
- Setup, configured, built policy and security rules for, hardened and monitored, a Palo Alto 410 firewall, and configured for use with 2 separate server stacks.
- Built an AI chatbot for integration into Microsoft teams for the purpose of interfacing with, and monitoring systems and executing CRUD commands, in Red Hat Ansible to create, clone and modify servers.
- Assisted in monitoring network security systems and identifying potential vulnerabilities. Performed some white hat pentesting exercises.
- Supported the implementation of cybersecurity policies and best practices across the organization.
- Participated in training sessions to educate staff on cybersecurity awareness and procedures.
Student Safety Video Technician
Denton ISD
Denton, TX
08.2019 - Current
- Performed troubleshooting of technical issues related to video recording or playback.
- Configured cabl another for connecting components in order
- Transmit signals from one device to another.
- Installed new hardware devices when needed to meet production needs.
- Adjusted camera settings such as zoom, focus, white balance, shutter speed, audio output and frame rate according to the requirements of district policy.
- Provided training sessions for staff/auxiliary staff on proper usage of DVR and video review cquipment and software.
- Monitored audio levels during recordings and performed post-production audio cleanup tools such as Microsoft Clipchamp and CapCut to ensure quality sound output, low latency and crispness of dialogue on finished recordings.
- Collaborated with team on new technology solutions, mplementations and upgrades and advanced integration and automation of hardware and software with our 24/7 security integration, in-house web apps and tracking log databases, audit materials, installation of new DVR systems, and training on configuring IP and MAC settings of devices for use with LiveView and 24/7 Touchdown Wik systems.
- Reviewed drawings, blucprints, schematics and service manuals to identify tech cal requirements.
- Integrated professional audio/vidco sys ems and provided technical assistance to resolve issues.
- Checked completed work for quality and accuracy.
- Identified, diagnosed, and resolved problems with media systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersceurity
North Central Texas College
Gainesville, TX01.2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Process Improvement
- JavaScript
- Command Line
- HTML5
- Oracle/SQL
- CISCO networking hardware
- Windows Active Directory
- BASH
- Python
- Systems Hardening
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Training & Development
- Palo Alto/PAN-OS
Certification
CompTIA Sec+
Accomplishments
James McClendon Highland Grant, 2011
Timeline
Cybersecurity Intern
Denton ISD, Technology
01.2026 - Current
Student - Cybersecurity, AAS.
North Central Texas College
08.2024 - Current
Student Safety Video Technician
Denton ISD
08.2019 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Cybersceurity
North Central Texas College