Brian Laws
@brianlaws
Cybersecurity analyst pursuing hands-on security work after 20+ years in IT infrastructure, with vulnerability assessments in virtual labs.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
At 100% Technology Solutions, I deliver IT solutions for small businesses and individual customers, including Windows support and LAN/WAN design. I also maintain a Windows and Linux virtual lab as I continue my cybersecurity studies.
On my Cybersecurity Project, I conduct vulnerability assessments, analyze network traffic with Wireshark, and use Qualys to identify and prioritize vulnerabilities. I also practice web application testing and review Windows Event Logs and Splunk data to support security monitoring exercises.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Cybersecurity Project
Self-Study
Sep 2023 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Conduct vulnerability assessments and security testing in virtual lab environments, including penetration testing on Hack-The-Box and TryHackMe. Analyze network traffic and produce reports on findings.
Owner/Operator
100% Technology Solutions
Feb 2004 - Present (22 years 9 months)
Deliver IT solutions for small businesses and individual customers, including installing and troubleshooting Windows workstations, networks, and web applications. Maintain awareness of cybersecurity threats and continue cybersecurity studies.
Web Developer
AMR Research
Feb 2001 - Dec 2001 (10 months)
Developed three internal web applications including a conference video and slide ingestion app, a source code comment repository, and a vacation/sick time-off application. Mentored a junior developer and deployed the company's internal web server.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering Technology from Northeastern University, completed in December 2000.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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