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@russouser1

Ethical Hacker and cybersecurity professional focused on threat hunting, incident response, and vulnerability-driven hardening.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a cybersecurity role where I can hunt threats, run vulnerability assessments, and support incident response—paired with continuous learning and collaboration, and where my reporting produces actionable next steps.

I’m an Ethical Hacker who supports real-world security by performing threat hunting, analyzing large datasets for indicators of compromise (IOCs), and identifying suspicious patterns. I develop and maintain incident response plans, and I help strengthen defenses with intrusion detection systems (IDS), firewalls, and endpoint protection.

I conduct vulnerability assessments on systems, networks, and applications using tools like Nessus or QualysGuard, then recommend practical improvements to overall cybersecurity posture. I also participate in red team exercises, analyze malware in sandbox environments or through reverse engineering, and track emerging threats using open-source intelligence (OSINT) feeds.

I focus on producing clear, actionable reporting—capturing investigation timelines, impact assessments, and recommended next steps for stakeholders. I’m currently pursuing Google Penetration Tester and CEH certifications while continuing to build breadth across cybersecurity, information security, and incident response.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Audio Engineer / Producer

Current

Russo

Sep 2021 - Present (4 years 10 months)

Mixed and mastered audio for music, podcasts, commercials, and voice-overs, handling sound checks and editing for clarity and seamless transitions. Managed studio sessions, designed sound effects, supported live performances with soundboards/mixers, and trained interns on recording basics.

Audio Engineering Mixing Mixing Boards Sound Design Troubleshooting

Current

Ethical Hacker

Current

HackerOne

Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 6 months)

Performed threat hunting by analyzing large datasets for IOCs and suspicious patterns, and participated in red team exercises to identify weaknesses in defenses. Developed incident response plans and conducted vulnerability assessments, malware analysis, and threat intelligence reporting to improve cybersecurity posture.

Threat Hunting Firewalls Endpoint Protection Vulnerability Assessment Nessus Incident Response Red Teaming Malware Analysis Reverse Engineering OSINT Threat Intelligence

Client Services Specialist

Security Snapshot

Feb 2026 - Jun 2026 (4 months)

Maintained strict cyber compliance standards for financial brokerage firms to ensure data integrity and regulatory alignment.

Cybersecurity & Compliance Data Integrity

Customer Service Representative

Asurion

Aug 2020 - Mar 2022 (1 year 7 months)

Provided customer support across high-volume phone calls and emails by resolving inquiries, troubleshooting issues, and handling complex complaints. Managed records in CRM, supported billing and order fulfillment tasks, and escalated unresolved cases with cross-functional teams.

Customer Service Customer Support CRM Product Knowledge Troubleshooting Complaint Resolution Escalations Billing Support order fulfillment Upselling Active Listening Process Improvement

Sous Chef / Line Cook

Smith and Wollensky Steak House

Sep 2015 - Aug 2018 (2 years 11 months)

Managed kitchen workflow and led a team of 50+ line cooks and staff while ensuring adherence to quality and health/sanitation standards. Coordinated inventory and vendors, standardized recipes for consistency, trained kitchen staff, and controlled food costs through accurate portioning.