ELLIOT JOHANSSON
Summary
Cybersecurity student with hands-on experience in threat detection, risk management, and compliance. Adaptable and reliable in collaborative environments, with a strong foundation in network security and ethical hacking. Passionate about advancing in red teaming or incident response, aiming to strengthen cybersecurity defenses through proactive threat hunting and risk mitigation. Skilled in policy compliance and security analysis, with a commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cybersecurity Intern
Pierce Group AB
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Led efforts to train and optimize an AI-driven security system for automated endpoint defense, reducing false positives while maintaining strong threat detection.
- Investigated suspicious endpoint activities, improving incident response and enhancing network visibility.
- Solely managed NIS 2 compliance, drafting and implementing dozens of security policies to align with regulatory standards.
- Developed network visualization tools using a live database of network connections, improving monitoring and anomaly detection.
- Gained hands-on experience in network security, threat analysis, compliance frameworks, and AI-assisted defense strategies, contributing to a proactive security posture.
Service, Logistics & Warehouse Staff
Nilog AB
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with loading, unloading, and assembling furniture for private customers
Founder & CEO
MNE Handelsbolag
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: E-Commerce Business
- Managed an online retail business, overseeing product sourcing, marketing, and sales
- E-Commerce Business
CEO
Avalon UF
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: Junior Achievement Program
- Led a student-run business as part of an economics course
- Junior Achievement Program
Legal Internship
Almega
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted the labor and employment law department with administrative tasks and legal planning
Basketball Camp Coach
Täby Basket
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Coached and supervised youth basketball players (ages 7-12) in skills training and team activities
Facilities & Maintenance Staff
Erikslund School
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Responsible for furniture repairs, organization, and school facility maintenance
Real Estate Internship
Bjurfors Real Estate
02.2018 - 03.2018
- Assisted in listing properties, translating documents, staging homes, and meeting with clients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity Analytics & Operations
Penn State University
Altoona, PA05.2027
Postgraduate Basketball Program -
International Sports Academy
Cleveland, OH05.2023
High School Diploma - Economics & Elite Basketball Program (NIU – National Sports Education)
Tibble Gymnasium
Täby, Sweden06.2022
Bergtorpsskolan
Täby, Sweden06.2019
Skills
- Technical Skills
- Programming & Scripting: Java (Advanced), SQL (Advanced), Python (Basic)
- Networking & Security: Network Security, TCP/IP, VPN, Packet Analysis, Endpoint Security
- AI & Automation: AI-driven Security, Automated Threat Detection, Data Analysis
- Compliance & Policy: Risk Assessment, Policy Development
- Cybersecurity Tools: SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, Firewalls, Log Analysis Soft Skills
- Team Leadership & Communication
Hobbies and Interests
- Basketball
- Writing & Music Production
- Traveling
- Socializing with friends
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Swedish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cybersecurity Intern
Pierce Group AB
05.2024 - 08.2024
Service, Logistics & Warehouse Staff
Nilog AB
04.2023 - 08.2023
Legal Internship
Almega
06.2021 - 08.2021
Founder & CEO
MNE Handelsbolag
01.2021 - 12.2022
CEO
Avalon UF
01.2021 - 12.2022
Facilities & Maintenance Staff
Erikslund School
06.2020 - 08.2020
Basketball Camp Coach
Täby Basket
06.2019 - 08.2021
Real Estate Internship
Bjurfors Real Estate
02.2018 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity Analytics & Operations
Penn State University
Postgraduate Basketball Program -
International Sports Academy
High School Diploma - Economics & Elite Basketball Program (NIU – National Sports Education)
Tibble Gymnasium
Bergtorpsskolan
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