Jordan Lankster

Dedicated and detail-oriented cybersecurity enthusiast, currently in the process of completing a Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, expected to graduate in Fall 2025. Gained valuable experience in monitoring, detecting, and remediating network vulnerabilities through hands-on projects and extensive labs. Proficient in implementing and testing security measures, investigating cybersecurity incidents, and maintaining compliance with evolving security standards. Possess the ability to respond swiftly to security alerts and has a solid understanding of governance, risk, and compliance activities, demonstrating commitment to enhancing the cybersecurity posture of financial institutions.

Enhanced Customer Security: Successfully identified and mitigated potential security vulnerabilities during customer consultations, improving overall satisfaction and trust. Proactively educated customers on safe internet practices and implemented secure configurations for fiber optic installations, contributing to a more secure home network environment.

Bachelors of Cybersecurity: Presidents List honors with a 4.0 GPA each semester.

In addition to my core SOC Analyst skills, I have extensive experience working with virtual machines (VMs), including setting up and managing security labs for testing and analysis purposes. I possess a strong understanding of networking protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, and SMTP, which enables me to effectively monitor network traffic and identify potential security issues. I am proficient in using and configuring various virtualization platforms, and I have hands-on experience with tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Metasploit for penetration testing, and Aircrack-ng for wireless security testing. Additionally, I am skilled in using SSH for secure remote access and proficient in terminal and command prompt operations. My expertise in networking and virtualization complements my ability to develop robust security monitoring and incident response strategies, ensuring comprehensive protection for organizational assets.