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Michael Hopper

Michael Hopper

Honolulu,HI

Summary

I am an Accomplished Electrical Technician, a lifelong student, and a highly capable individual, seeking to transfer my skills into an IT career . I have strong analytical skills, a hard work ethic, soft skills, and the ability and desire to continue learning through advanced degrees and continuing education certifications.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cybersecurity Bootcamp Student

Leading Edge Skills
Honolulu, HI
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Leading Edge Skills - Cybersecurity Analyst - Real-world Training Program
  • Collaborated with peers to develop innovative solutions for educational challenges.
  • Followed course syllabus or lesson plan to perform and submit coursework and assignments.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase student engagement.
  • Offered tutoring support in various subjects to assist with academic needs of other students.

Electrical Technician/ Journeyman

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)
11.2012 - 12.2023

Completed a 6-year, NYS dept of Labor approved Union apprenticeship, in conjunction with SUNY Empire State University and IBEW Local #3 NY. Earned an associate degree in labor studies with honors and honed Valuable Skills fundamental to performing journeyman-level Electrical work which ultimately led to the experience and knowledge required to manage projects and manpower.

  • Utilized specialized tools such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters to diagnose problems within circuitry.
  • Compiled and maintained records documenting engineering schematics and installed equipment.
  • Performed diagnostics and testing to locate root causes and resolve issues for optimal performance.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance protocols to reduce downtime due to system failure or malfunctioning components.
  • Performed monthly, semi-annual and annual Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS).
  • Trained apprentices on the proper use of tools, techniques, safety procedures, and blueprint reading.
  • Evaluated job requirements based on client needs and provided estimates of labor and supply costs.
  • Supervised electrician control room modifications, maintaining complete understanding of work scope, safety and documentation requirements.
  • Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
  • Scheduled and coordinated the installation of electrical systems for new construction projects.
  • Followed electrical code manuals to install and repair electrical systems.
  • Provided technical guidance to electricians regarding complex wiring diagrams or schematics.
  • Analyzed blueprints, drawings, plans, skhes, or other engineering documents prior to beginning any electrical project.
  • Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
  • Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.

Managing Director

The Daily Trader LLC
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • Founded and operated a multi-platform international e-commerce store that generated over 100k in sales.
  • Developed rapport and instilled confidence with clients to develop credibility and earn trust.
  • Established performance standards and monitored progress towards achieving them.
  • Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
  • Contributed to profitability through expense control and pricing practices for products and services.
  • Negotiated pricing using discretion to build profitable portfolio.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of the company while coordinating with staff members.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with customers through periodic meetings and follow-ups.
  • Analyzed industry trends to identify opportunities for expanding market share.
  • Leveraged monitoring and control reports to verify data, manage risk and minimize losses
  • Formulated strategic vision to drive mission and goals while stimulating revenue, profitability and growth.
  • Identified potential risks associated with operations and developed mitigation strategies.
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to business operations.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to maximize cost savings for the organization.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity And Information Assurance

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
07-2025

Associate of Science - AS, Labor Studies -

Empire State University
05.2017

Skills

Leading Edge Skills – Cybersecurity Analyst – Real-world Training Program
Principals:
o Security Fundamentals, Networking & Command Line
o Types of Attackers & Threats
o Defensive/Offensive Tools & Techniques
o Vulnerability Management
o Risk, Audit and Compliance
o SIEM and SOAR
o Endpoint Security, EDR, MDR
o Penetration Testing, Red Team, Blue Team, and Purple Team
o Cloud Security
Techniques Learned
o Information gathering
o Reconnaissance
o Scanning
o Vulnerability assessment
o Exploitation
o Exfiltration
Hands-on Experience
o Endpoint security and Firewalls
o Internal/External, Web App/Network vulnerability scanning
o Centralized logging, review, and alerting
o VPN setup
Tools Used
o Linux Terminal, Windows Command Prompt, AWS CLI
o LucidChart
o Kali Linux
o NMAP, Metasploit, Nessus, OWASP ZAP, OpenVAS, Arachnid
o Windows Event Viewer, Logzio, WireShark
o OpenVPN
o AWS, SecurityHub, GuardDuty, CloudTrail
o Dehashed, Spokeo, Shodan
o Python, PowerShell, GitHub, VsCode, Boto3
Soft Skills
o Reporting
o Diagraming
o Tickets/Prioritization
o Customer Service

Certification

  • EdX Verified Certificate for Remote Work Revolution for Everyone - edX
  • Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) - ISC2, 12/2023, 12/2026
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity - Cisco, 12/2023, 12/2026
  • AWS certified cloud practicioner- Amazon Web Services (AWS), 12/2023, 12/2026
  • Introduction to Information Technology (CS1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Introduction to Relational Databases (CS1011) - Sophia Learning
  • Introduction to Java Programming (CS1101) - Sophia Learning
  • Introduction to Networking (CS1015) - Sophia Learning
  • Project Management (PM1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Networking Basics - Cisco
  • Introduction to Business (BUS1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Business Ethics (BUSI1020) - Sophia Learning
  • Principles of Management (BUSI1013) - Sophia Learning
  • Introduction to Python Programming (CS1100) - Sophia Learning
  • Macroeconomics (ECON1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Microeconomics (ECON1002) - Sophia Learning
  • Principles of Finance (FIN1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Conflict Resolution (ConRes1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Visual Communications (VisComm1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Business Law (BusLaw1001) - Sophia Learning

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cybersecurity Bootcamp Student

Leading Edge Skills
09.2023 - 01.2024

Managing Director

The Daily Trader LLC
01.2021 - 10.2022

Electrical Technician/ Journeyman

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)
11.2012 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Cybersecurity And Information Assurance

Western Governors University

Associate of Science - AS, Labor Studies -

Empire State University
  • EdX Verified Certificate for Remote Work Revolution for Everyone - edX
  • Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) - ISC2, 12/2023, 12/2026
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity - Cisco, 12/2023, 12/2026
  • AWS certified cloud practicioner- Amazon Web Services (AWS), 12/2023, 12/2026
  • Introduction to Information Technology (CS1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Introduction to Relational Databases (CS1011) - Sophia Learning
  • Introduction to Java Programming (CS1101) - Sophia Learning
  • Introduction to Networking (CS1015) - Sophia Learning
  • Project Management (PM1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Networking Basics - Cisco
  • Introduction to Business (BUS1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Business Ethics (BUSI1020) - Sophia Learning
  • Principles of Management (BUSI1013) - Sophia Learning
  • Introduction to Python Programming (CS1100) - Sophia Learning
  • Macroeconomics (ECON1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Microeconomics (ECON1002) - Sophia Learning
  • Principles of Finance (FIN1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Conflict Resolution (ConRes1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Visual Communications (VisComm1001) - Sophia Learning
  • Business Law (BusLaw1001) - Sophia Learning
Michael Hopper