Sam Sarver

Persistent and highly motivated Cybersecurity Analyst with strong foundation in core security principles and the ability to learn and adapt in a professional setting. Proven ability to analyze information, solve problems methodically, work independently or within a team, and complete assigned tasks on time through previous experience in Flatiron School. Eager to leverage Python scripting, network analysis, security tools, penetration testing, and reporting strategies to contribute to Lockheed Martin's mission to solve complex challenges, advance scientific discovery, and deliver innovative solutions to help their customers keep people safe, with a core purpose to ensure those they serve are always "ahead of ready" through cutting-edge defense and security technologies as a Cybersecurity Analyst.

• Able to deploy tools within the Metasploit framework in order to identify, exploit, and patch any vulnerabilities that are found
• Can utilize Splunk to collect, filter, and analyze security data from various sources (firewalls, intrusion detection systems, etc.)
• Proficient with NMAP and various network scanning platforms
• Network Security: Solid understanding of core network security principles, including network protocols, attacks, and mitigation strategies.
• Systems Security: Knowledge of architecture, operating systems, and potential exploits. Developed proficiency in utilizing tools like Metasploit and Linux command-line tools.
• Cyber Threat Intelligence: Developed skills in threat analysis using military intelligence principles and gained insights into how the threat landscape is evolving.
• Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance: Understand the importance of integrating security across all organizational levels and best practices for securing modern enterprises.
• Logs and Detection: Engineered solutions for analyzing logs from various network devices to identify and respond to security incidents.
• Python: Established a foundation in Python scripting, automation, and debugging, focusing on core coding principles, code analysis, and secure coding practices.
• Application Security and Penetration Testing: Gained proficiency in identifying vulnerabilities in applications and network resources, focusing on penetration testing methodologies.
• Applied Cryptography: Developed a working knowledge of cryptographic components, including configuring secure web servers and email encryption.

Capstone Project: Completed a scenario-based project at Flatiron School, culminating in a professional report showcasing my ability to apply my skills to real-world security challenges.

• Tasked as a contracted Analyst to perform a penetration test and develop a report identifying vulnerabilities and weaknesses including the company website, employees, and anything with relation to the company. With a complete scan of the company I was able to identify major vulnerabilities within the security framework of the company and report back to the company the results. Through this project, many communication and time management skills were gained as I was required to report back to the company within a certain time frame.

Metasploitable 2 & 3: Tasked with analyzing, exploiting, and reporting the Metasploitable 2 and 3 workspaces. 

• Tasked with analyzing, searching, and reporting for all weaknesses within the system. Highly beneficial project to practice the deployment of my cyber skills on proper targets.

Capture the Flag

• Previously and currently practicing penetration testing, exploitation, analytical, and reporting skills through different CTF challenges on webpages such as tryhackme.com and hackthebox.com.