Shannon Smith
Cybersecurity Analyst
I’m a Virginia Tech IT graduate and U.S. Navy veteran transitioning into cybersecurity through hands-on labs, Capture-the-Flag challenges, and security investigations. My work focuses on log analysis, threat detection, and documenting technical findings through structured investigation writeups. I’m currently expanding my skills through the WiCyS Security Training Scholarship, SANS cybersecurity courses, and continued home lab development.
- Focus: Security investigations, DFIR, log analysis, and CTF challenges
- Training: WiCyS Security Training Scholarship • SANS courses • NPower • Intellectual Point
- Background: Software development + systems thinking
- Current: Building a full portfolio, home lab, and writeups
Certifications
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2024–2026
Completed Certifications
GFACT • CEH • Security+ • Linux+ • Splunk CCPUBuilt a stronger hands-on foundation in security operations, Linux administration, log analysis, and ethical hacking.
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Current
Current Study
SANS SEC401 (GSEC) • SANS SEC504 (GCIH) • CCNAContinuing to build network, enterprise security, and practical lab skills through study and projects.
Training Programs
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Recent
Intellectual Point
Security Training • Certification PreparationSupplemental cybersecurity training that supported practical study in Linux, security operations, and certification preparation.
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Recent
NPower
IT Support • Networking • Cybersecurity FoundationsStructured technical training that reinforced hands-on foundations in IT, troubleshooting, and core security concepts.
Education
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2021–2023
Master of Information Technology
Virginia TechGraduate study with additional focus in software development and cybersecurity policy.
Experience Highlights
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2025–Present
Cybersecurity Portfolio Build
CTFs • Writeups • Home LabDocumenting investigations, building repeatable writeup templates, and creating a portfolio that showcases practical security work.
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2021–2023
Software Development Projects
Kotlin • Java • Web DevelopmentBuilt academic and portfolio projects that now support automation, structured problem solving, and technical communication in security work.
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U.S. Navy
Leadership & Operations
Operations • Teamwork • DisciplineDeveloped resilience, accountability, and mission-focused execution that continue to shape how I approach technical work.
Tools & Technologies
Security Tools
Splunk • Wireshark • Zeek • ELK Stack • Snort
Platforms
Linux • Windows • Kali Linux • VMware • VirtualBox
Security Skills
Log Analysis • Threat Hunting • DFIR Investigation • Network Analysis
Languages
Python • Bash • Java • Kotlin • SQL
