Jose Rodriguez
Gainesville,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional transitioning into Cybersecurity, combining hands-on technical training with a proven foundation in risk management and operational security. Skilled in threat analysis, network protection, vulnerability assessments, and incident response, with a strong track record of enforcing compliance and solving complex problems under pressure.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
Global Furniture Group
Buford, GA
06.2022 - Current
- - Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to load, unload, and move merchandise safely and efficiently.
- - Ensured accurate order picking, packing, and shipping of inventory.
- - Assisted in inventory control, cycle counts, and reporting discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order fulfillment processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Developed strategies for optimizing storage space, increasing overall warehouse capacity and organization.
Customer Service
Home Depot
Lawrenceville, GA
01.2022 - 11.2024
- - Assisted customers with product selection, returns, and inquiries to ensure a positive shopping experience.
- - Handled POS transactions accurately and efficiently during high-traffic hours.
- - Recognized for outstanding customer service and problem-solving abilities.
Carpenter
Bison City Inc.
East Aurora, NY
08.2020 - 08.2021
- - Led carpentry crews on commercial build-outs and residential renovations, interpreted blueprints and communicated effectively with project managers.
- - Constructed and installed frameworks, partitions, staircases, metal fabrication, plastic and composite fabrications, plastering and drywall installation, wood framing, demolition techniques, ceiling and wall finishes, and tile setting.
- - Ensured compliance with building codes and safety regulations, maintained tools and job site cleanliness, power tools and hand tools operation, lift operator, working in scaffolds, heavy lifting and working in harsh weather conditions.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Park High School
Buffalo, NY06-2014
General Studies
Erie Community College
Orchard Park, NYGoogle Cybersecurity Professional Certificate - Cyber Security Analyst
Coursera
Gainesville, GA08-2026
Skills
- - Team Collaboration
- - Problem Solving
- - Bilingual (if applicable)
- - Cybersecurity Skills (Entry Level)
- Security Monitoring: Able to watch systems for suspicious activity using basic tools
- Incident Response: Understands how to respond to security problems step-by-step
- Threat Research: Can look up and identify online threats or warning signs of an attack
- Basic Networking: Knows how the internet and computer networks work, including how hackers might try to break in
- Finding Weak Spots: Familiar with tools that scan computers and systems for possible security holes
- Computer Safety: Knows basic ways to keep Windows and Linux systems secure
- Cyber Rules & Standards: Aware of rules companies follow to stay safe and protect data
- Tools Knowledge: Has used beginner-friendly tools like Wireshark, Nmap, or Kali Linux in practice or training
- Problem Solving: Good at paying attention to details and solving issues as they come up
- Team Communication: Can explain security problems in simple terms to coworkers or managers
AWARDS
Achieved 12 medals for swimming, made semi-finals for soccer which was the furthest for that high school, and high school acceptance for my art work. Completing cybersecurity analyst courses in Google cybersecurity to earn 8 certifications.
Timeline
Warehouse Associate/Forklift Operator
Global Furniture Group
06.2022 - Current
Customer Service
Home Depot
01.2022 - 11.2024
Carpenter
Bison City Inc.
08.2020 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
South Park High School
General Studies
Erie Community College
Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate - Cyber Security Analyst
Coursera