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Melissa Dixon

@melissadixon

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Detail-oriented cybersecurity analyst skilled in penetration testing, threat hunting, and network security automation.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a dynamic cybersecurity role where I can apply penetration testing, threat hunting, and automation skills, grow with a security-focused team, and protect critical infrastructure.

I am a detail-oriented cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience in penetration testing, threat hunting, and network security. I have practical exposure to tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark and Linux command line, and I automate tasks using Python.

I hold industry-focused training including the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, Forage simulations, OPSWAT Academy CIP coursework, and ISC2 candidacy, demonstrating continuous learning and commitment to critical infrastructure protection. I have applied security principles to identify vulnerabilities, detect and respond to threats, and manage security risks.

I seek to leverage my technical skills, analytical mindset and practical tool experience to contribute to a dynamic cybersecurity team where I can grow professionally and help strengthen organizational security posture.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Security Threat Detection & Response

Oil Coolant Press Operater

Nov 2016 - Jan 2017 (2 months)

Adhered to specifications and maintained tolerances in production while supporting security-focused incident response practices and tooling exposure, contributing to reliable operations and defect reduction.

Incident Response Metasploit Risk Management Splunk Wireshark Vulnerability Assessment

Farrowing Technician

Mikes Hog Farm

Dec 2015 - Jul 2016 (7 months)

Assisted in breeding procedures and animal health monitoring, maintained inventories and equipment, and organized stock to support breeding programs and reduce operational costs.

Animal Care Inventory Management Equipment Maintenance Record keeping Biosecurity Troubleshooting

Farrowing Technician

Hog Wild Farms

Sep 2015 - Jan 2016 (4 months)

Supported breeding and animal health activities, maintained detailed records and supplies, and performed equipment repairs to ensure consistent farm operations and improved animal longevity.

Animal Care Inventory Management Equipment Maintenance Record keeping Biosecurity

Horse Trainer

Hank Evans

Mar 2011 - Aug 2014 (3 years 5 months)

Trained and conditioned racehorses, monitored health and temperament, coordinated with vets and staff, and prepared animals for competition to improve performance and safety.

Grooming Collaboration Record keeping

Customer Service Representative

Nco Group

Jul 2005 - Dec 2006 (1 year 5 months)

Handled inbound customer calls for energy companies, documented client interactions and resolutions, and maintained accurate records to support billing and service inquiries.

Customer Service Documentation Data Entry Communication Time Management

Cyber Security Analyst

Self Employed

Hands-on cybersecurity professional performing penetration testing, threat hunting, and network security tasks, automating detection and response with Python and reducing investigative time through tooling and scripts.

Penetration Testing Threat Hunting Metasploit Burp suite Python Nmap Vulnerability Assessment

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Coursera (Google)

Professional Certificate, Cybersecurity

2023 -

Activities and societies: Hands-on labs in penetration testing, threat hunting, and network security; exposure to Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Linux command line.

Enrolled in the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate program on Coursera beginning November 2023.