- I strive for improvement in areas outside of my professional life, one of these being beating my lap-times at the track by studying professional riders, attending racing schools around the country, and seeking advice from members of the motorcycle racing community
- I attempt challenging capture-the-flag rooms on cybersecurity platforms like TryHackMe (THM) and HackTheBox (HTB) to broaden my skillset and continue my path of a lifetime of learning
Brayden Arnold
Katy,TX
Summary
Passionate aspiring Application Security Professional dedicated to safeguarding client data and preserving the environment. Eager learner with limited professional experience in application security but vast understanding of IT technologies, committed to mastering cybersecurity fundamentals and contributing to proactive security measures. Seeking an opportunity to apply knowledge and grow in a dynamic environment focused on protecting digital assets and promoting sustainability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Professional
Texas A&M Transportation Institute
02.2023 - Current
- I acted as the lead security contact among my immediate team members, relating to the network or tickets we received in hours or after hours/on weekends.
- Educated staff on proper handling of suspicious emails and other communications.
- Spent considerable time on professional development through platforms like TryHackMe, Portswigger Academy, and HackTheBox Academy to stay up to date on security concepts.
- I worked directly with the Lead Network Security engineer to resolve issues affecting security and downtime with the network.
- I handle security risk reviews relating to non-standard technology purchases.
Geek Squad Agent
Best Buy
10.2020 - 02.2023
- I assisted clients with fielding a wide variety of questions and concerns about consumer electronics including EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) software like BitDefender and TrendMicro.
- Investigated client concerns regarding infections, trojans, or otherwise malicious software infecting their technology, along with providing ways to mitigate risk.
- Identified and removed malware from clients devices and ensured the remediation strategy was successful.
- Handled tickets throughout their lifecycle from creation to resolution including escalating to other teams when required.
- Ensured data redundancy of client information to prevent destruction of information.
IT Technician II
Texas A&M University
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Dedicated time to remain current on security principles via online learning platforms.
- Installed security baselines on MacOS and Windows devices.
- Coordinated and addressed security issues with my team as directed.
- Reported to the Security Analyst to address security concerns and minimize downtime.
- Received training on effective management of phishing attempts.
Education
Master of Science - Cybersecurity And Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2026
Bachelor of Science - University Studies
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX12.2022
Skills
- PortSwigger Academy
- TryHackMe
- HackTheBox
- WebApp Pentesting
- Capture the Flag
- C
- Python
- IT Risk Management
Certification
- ITIL V4 Foundations
- PJWT (Practical Junior Web Tester)
Interests
Hobbies
- I strive for improvement in areas outside of my professional life, one of these being beating my lap-times at the track by studying professional riders, attending racing schools around the country, and seeking advice from members of the community.
- I attempt challenging capture-the-flag rooms on cybersecurity platforms like TryHackMe (THM) and HackTheBox (HTB) to broaden my skillset and continue my path of a lifetime of learning.
Timeline
IT Professional
Texas A&M Transportation Institute
02.2023 - Current
Geek Squad Agent
Best Buy
10.2020 - 02.2023
IT Technician II
Texas A&M University
10.2019 - 10.2020
Master of Science - Cybersecurity And Information Assurance
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - University Studies
Texas A&M University
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