Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
CAPSTONE
CompTIA Security+ COMP001022528554
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David Taylor

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Cybersecurity graduate with hands-on experience in endpoint and network security, incident response support, and secure IT consulting. CompTIA Security+ certified. B.S. Cybersecurity completing May 2026.

Experienced with IT systems management, strategic planning, and problem resolution. Utilizes analytical thinking to design and implement efficient technology solutions. Strong understanding of client needs and project management.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Junior IT Consultant

Covalent Consulting Group
Chesapeake
01.2024 - Current

• Support secure IT and cybersecurity architectures across multiple client environments.

• Assist with implementation and monitoring of endpoint and network security controls.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and remediate security-related misconfigurations.

• Perform routine security reviews to identify vulnerabilities and improve security posture.

• Maintain technical and security documentation for internal and client use.

  • Led IT infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and technology standards.
  • Conducted comprehensive system assessments to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
  • Developed and implemented strategic IT solutions, enhancing operational efficiency for diverse clients.
  • Analyzed client requirements to deliver tailored technology recommendations that drive results.

Hardware Assembly Intern

IPConfigure Inc.
Norfolk
01.2023 - 01.2024

• Built and tested servers deployed in secure surveillance and enterprise environments.

• Ensured hardware integrity and baseline system security prior to deployment.

Customer Service Associate

Home Depot
Chesapeake
01.2021 - 01.2023

• Delivered customer-focused support while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Developed communication skills applicable to technical support and consulting roles.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
05.2026

Master of Science - Cyber Security

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
05-2026

Skills

  • Endpoint & Network Security, IAM
  • Incident Response, Digital & Memory Forensics
  • Microsoft 365 Security, Entra ID, Defender
  • Information security
  • IT compliance
  • Network administration
  • IT infrastructure
  • Technical installations
  • Technical writing
  • Strategic planning
  • Design and implementation
  • IT resource use
  • Program management
  • Maintenance scheduling
  • Data analytics
  • IT asset management
  • Virtualization technologies
  • IT procurement
  • Business planning
  • Business analysis
  • Cybersecurity expertise
  • IT governance
  • Client relationship management
  • IT risk management
  • Technical concepts
  • IT service management
  • Information management systems
  • User support

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+ (Active)
  • CompTIA Network+ (In Progress)

Timeline

Junior IT Consultant

Covalent Consulting Group
01.2024 - Current

Hardware Assembly Intern

IPConfigure Inc.
01.2023 - 01.2024

Customer Service Associate

Home Depot
01.2021 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity

Old Dominion University

Master of Science - Cyber Security

Old Dominion University

CAPSTONE

The Role of Memory Forensics in Modern Incident Response

CompTIA Security+ COMP001022528554

Valid June 2024 - June 2027

David Taylor