Jacob Gutierrez

Cybersecurity Professional | Flatiron School Graduate | Chicago, IL

About Me

Hello! My name is Jacob Gutierrez, a recent cybersecurity graduate from Flatiron School, passionate about protecting digital assets and mitigating cyber threats. Currently seeking exciting opportunities in the Chicago area to apply my skills and contribute to a company's security posture. I'm actively pursuing industry-standard certifications to further enhance my expertise.

Key Skills

Network Security
Penetration Testing
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Vulnerability Assessment
Incident Response
Security Policies and Procedures

Certifications

CompTIA A+ (In Progress)

Currently preparing for this fundamental IT certification, covering hardware, software troubleshooting, networking, and security basics.

CompTIA Security+ (Planned)

Next certification goal, focusing on essential principles for network security and risk management.

Notable Projects

Network Intrusion Detection System

Developed a custom IDS using Python and Scapy to monitor network traffic and detect potential security threats. Implemented machine learning algorithms for anomaly detection.

Secure Web Application

Created a web application with robust security features, including input validation, secure authentication, and protection against common web vulnerabilities (XSS, CSRF, SQL Injection).

Get in Touch

I'm eager to connect with cybersecurity professionals and potential employers in the Chicago area. Let's discuss how I can contribute to your organization's security initiatives!

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