Johnson Matthew
@johnsonmatthew
Entry-level SOC Analyst with a passion for cybersecurity.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated cybersecurity enthusiast with hands-on experience as a SOC Analyst and Cloud Security Specialist. My journey in cybersecurity began with a Bachelor of Science in Educational Technology, where I focused on tech integration and digital systems. I have completed various internships that have equipped me with practical skills in threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
During my internships, I deployed tools such as Splunk, Zeek, and Suricata to build custom detection labs and conducted real-time investigations into network traffic. I have developed a strong foundation in SIEM monitoring, log analysis, and compliance testing, and I am eager to support a blue team environment while growing my expertise in cybersecurity.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Web Application Pentesting Intern
Self-Hosted Lab
Apr 2025 - Present (4 months)
Conducted recon, exploitation, and post-exploitation on Metasploitable2, exploiting web applications via SQLi, RCE, and brute-force. Utilized Burp Suite, Nmap, Hydra, and Metasploit in full attack simulations.
Cybersecurity Intern (Personal Cloud Security Lab)
GitHub Portfolio
Feb 2025 - Present (6 months)
Simulated AWS IAM privilege escalation and S3 public data exposure scenarios. Built an incident response workflow using AWS CloudTrail and CLI analysis, tracking attacker actions and documenting remediation.
Cybersecurity Intern – SOC & Detection Lab
GitHub Portfolio
Dec 2024 - Present (8 months)
Deployed Splunk, Zeek, and Suricata to build a custom SOC-style detection lab. Investigated brute-force, ICMP scans, and reverse shell traffic in real-time, writing SPL queries for threat detection aligned with MITRE ATT&CK.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Tai Solarin University of Education
Bachelor of Science, Educational Technology
Focused on tech integration, simulation instructional design, and digital systems. Gained hands-on experience in data systems, risk assessment, and secure platform design.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Portfolio
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