Harvey Smith Jr.

An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.

Security Operations Center (SOC) Simulator — TryHackMe

Hands-On Cybersecurity Training | July 2025

• Simulated real-world SOC analyst tasks, including threat detection, log analysis, and incident response
• Investigated alerts using tools such as SIEM, endpoint data, and threat intelligence platforms
• Gained practical experience with phishing analysis, malware triage, and network monitoring
• Improved familiarity with security concepts like MITRE ATT&CK, IOC detection, and alert prioritization

Firewall Configuration Lab – FWBuilder

Self-Guided Project | August 2025

• Designed and simulated firewall policies using FWBuilder to control network traffic.
• Built access control lists (ACLs), NAT rules, and port forwarding configurations in a virtual lab environment.
• Gained hands-on experience with rule testing, policy optimization, and troubleshooting common firewall misconfigurations.
• Strengthened understanding of network security fundamentals and firewall behavior across different scenarios.