Rakeem Dawson

Technology-inclined professional possesses strong troubleshooting capabilities and customer-oriented attitude. Experienced in providing network and software support to users and developing and implementing technical solutions. Adept at analyzing system performance and security to drive optimal user experience.

CompTIA A+ | CompTIA Network+ | CompTIA Security+

• Cybersecurity Awareness: Developed comprehensive knowledge of security practices, network security, and IT fundamentals, contributing to a holistic security perspective.
• Active Directory Training: Efficiently deliver hands-on training in the installation, administration, and troubleshooting of Active Directory networks, coupled with expertise in managing network services, including DNS, WINS, and DHCP.
• LAN Management: Leveraged in-depth knowledge of both LAN hardware and software, skillfully applying knowledge to seamlessly optimize and enhance the functionality of local area networks.
• Information Security Methods: Employed impactful techniques for information security using software analysis, web engineering, cloud management, and networking strategies to actively prevent, detect, and mitigate cyber-attacks.
• Comprehensive Coursework: Engaged in in-depth coursework, actively participating in IT Project Management, Data Management, Vulnerability Assessment, Cloud Security, and Emerging Technologies.
• Incident Response: Skilled in incident response protocols and practices, including timely detection and recovery from security incidents to minimize impact and restore operations.
• Scripting & Automation: Proficient in Python for security, empowering security processes automation and in-depth analysis of security data, streamlining threat response.
• Networking Fundamentals: Able to deftly navigate Computer Networking with a firm grasp of network design, configuration, and security principles, ensuring resilient and secure network infrastructures.

• Virtual Windows/Linux Lab: Skillfully designed, implemented and troubleshooted a virtual Windows/Linux lab environment for the culmination of a final graduating project.
• Home Lab Configuration: Provided a comprehensive walkthrough of configuring, optimizing, and securing a relatively small-scale I.T. infrastructure within a home lab setting.
• pfsense Installation: Installed and configured pfsense to establish a virtual lab firewall, including the creation of VLANs. Security Onion Setup, Implemented and configured Security Onion for security monitoring and log management purposes within the home lab environment.
• Virtual Training Labs: TryHackMe, TCM Security Academy, LetsDefend