Denisa Cakri
New York,NY
Summary
Aspiring Cybersecurity Specialist with a solid foundation in forensic science and hands-on experience from Capture the Flag (CTF) challenges and TryHackMe labs. Completed Google’s Cybersecurity Specialization, focusing on network security, incident detection, Python automation, and risk management. Currently preparing for the CompTIA Security+ exam, aiming to leverage technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks to secure and protect digital assets.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Coordinator
Columbia University Fertility Center
New York, NY
10.2023 - Current
- Managed data handling and quality control, ensuring adherence to security and privacy regulations, akin to cybersecurity protocols for data protection.
- Formalized Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), applying risk management and procedural optimization relevant to security standards.
Andrology Laboratory Assistant
Columbia University Fertility Center
New York, NY
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Ensured secure handling and documentation of sensitive data, drawing parallels to maintaining data integrity in cybersecurity.
- Assisted in implementing quality control measures, reflecting the importance of compliance in cybersecurity processes.
Education
Master of Science - Forensic Science
Pace University
New York, NY05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY At Albany
Albany, NY12-2020
Skills
- Cybersecurity Tools & Techniques: CyberChef, Wireshark, Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit
- Programming & Scripting: Python (Automating security tasks), Linux shell scripting, SQL
- Security Concepts: Vulnerability assessment, incident detection and response, network security, firewalls, encryption
- Networking: TCP/IP, VPNs, DNS, packet analysis, IDS/IPS systems
- Automation: Automating tasks in cybersecurity using Python scripts
- Capture the Flag (CTF) Competitions: Experienced in solving cryptographic challenges, vulnerability exploitation, and network analysis
- Languages: Fluent in Albanian, English proficiency
Certification
Google Cybersecurity Specialization | Google | Sep 2024
Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python | Google | Sep 2024
Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities | Google | Sep 2024
Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response | Google | Sep 2024
Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security | Google | Aug 2024
Foundations of Cybersecurity | Google | Aug 2024
Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks | Google | Aug 2024
Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL | Google | Aug 2024
CompTIA Security+ | Expected Nov 2024
CYBERSECURITY EXPERIENCE
Capture the Flag (CTF) Challenges | 2024
- Participated in multiple CTF competitions, solving real-world security challenges including cryptography, password cracking, and network vulnerabilities.
- Gained practical experience in using tools such as CyberChef for encoding/decoding and Wireshark for packet analysis.
TryHackMe Labs | WiCyS SANS Scholarship | 2024
- Completed practical labs on TryHackMe, covering penetration testing, threat detection, and vulnerability management.
- Strengthened skills in network defense, ethical hacking, and incident response through hands-on exercises.
PROJECTS
WiCyS CTF Challenges | 2024
- Solved various cybersecurity challenges involving cryptographic analysis, vulnerability exploitation, and forensic investigations.
- Used CyberChef, Nmap, and Wireshark to identify vulnerabilities, decode information, and analyze network traffic.
TryHackMe Labs – Cybersecurity Foundations | 2024
- Gained hands-on experience through labs simulating real-world attack scenarios, practicing skills in network security, intrusion detection, and basic malware analysis.
Python Automation for Cybersecurity | 2024
- Developed Python scripts to automate repetitive cybersecurity tasks, such as scanning for open ports, analyzing logs, and parsing network traffic data.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Laboratory Coordinator
Columbia University Fertility Center
10.2023 - Current
Andrology Laboratory Assistant
Columbia University Fertility Center
05.2022 - 10.2023
Google Cybersecurity Specialization | Google | Sep 2024
Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python | Google | Sep 2024
Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities | Google | Sep 2024
Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response | Google | Sep 2024
Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security | Google | Aug 2024
Foundations of Cybersecurity | Google | Aug 2024
Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks | Google | Aug 2024
Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL | Google | Aug 2024
CompTIA Security+ | Expected Nov 2024
Master of Science - Forensic Science
Pace University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
SUNY At Albany
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