Caleb Swanson
Skokie,IL
Summary
Emerging Cybersecurity Professional with technical expertise in security incident investigation and network traffic analysis. Skilled in vulnerability assessments using tools like Splunk, Wireshark, and Kali Linux. Proven leadership and teamwork from Varsity Football experience; actively pursuing Security+ certification for SOC Analyst roles.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Camp Counselor
Portage Lake Covenant Bible Camp
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Enhanced youth safety through daily mentorship and structured supervision.
- Resolved conflicts professionally, ensuring a positive environment for youth.
- Documented attendance, activities, and safety protocols for accurate reporting.
Team Member
Menards
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Ensured data accuracy and fraud prevention while processing high-volume transactions.
- Resolved customer disputes effectively using structured problem-solving techniques.
- Executed precise inventory tracking and validated stock to minimize discrepancies.
- Consistently achieved performance and compliance standards in a fast-paced environment.
Service Member
AmeriCorps
- 06.2024
- Enhanced operational reporting by collecting, cleaning, and validating datasets.
- Ensured compliance with federal data standards, audits, and documentation requirements.
- Executed service initiatives through collaboration with cross-functional community teams.
- Measured program effectiveness by creating structured reporting and analysis.
- Contributed to program success through precise data management and reporting strategies.
Municipal Intern
Village of Skokie
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Ensured accuracy of confidential municipal records through strict access control.
- Supported public service improvements by conducting structured data research.
- Developed documentation for compliance reporting and administrative processes.
- Facilitated staff operations in alignment with regulatory procedures.
Education
B.A. - Cybersecurity, Minor: Computer Science
Saint Ambrose University
Davenport, IA05.2025
Skills
- Security Tools: Splunk SIEM, Wireshark, Nmap, Kali Linux, Metasploit
- Domains: Threat Intelligence, Digital Forensics, Network Security
- Programming: Python, Java, C, SQL, HTML/CSS/JavaScript
- Systems: Windows, Linux Certification: CompTIA Security (In Progress)
- Team leadership
- Positive engagement
Certification
CompTIA Security+ (In Progress)
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Portage Lake Covenant Bible Camp
05.2025 - 06.2025
Municipal Intern
Village of Skokie
01.2023 - 01.2024
Team Member
Menards
01.2022 - 01.2025
Service Member
AmeriCorps
- 06.2024
B.A. - Cybersecurity, Minor: Computer Science
Saint Ambrose University