Jacob Pitonyak
Hollywood
Summary
Ambitious, customer oriented, information technology professional seeking to advance career in the field of cyber security, system administration and engineering. Strong understanding of encryption algorithms, intrusion detection systems, firewall configurations, system hardening techniques, and vulnerability assessments and scans. Earned CompTIA Security + certification and experienced in applying various security techniques through hands-on labs and personal projects. Eager to apply these skills in an entry-level IT or cybersecurity role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Ledo Pizza
Leonardtown, Maryland
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted in training new servers on menu items and service protocols.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
Lifeguard
Hollywood Shores Inc.
Hollywood, Maryland
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Monitored swimming areas for safety and compliance with regulations.
- Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
- Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
Education
Associate Degree - Cybersecurity
College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD05-2027
High School Diploma -
Leonardtown High School
Leonardtown, MD05-2025
Skills
- Cybersecurity principles
- Performance improvement
- IPS/IDS
I am conversant in the following topics:
- Network security
- Risk assessment
- Firewalls
- Encryption
Accomplishments
CompTIA Security + SYO-701 | 09/25
Timeline
Server
Ledo Pizza
10.2023 - Current
Lifeguard
Hollywood Shores Inc.
05.2023 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Leonardtown High School
Associate Degree - Cybersecurity
College of Southern Maryland
Experience
- Hands-on labs with Linux systems
- Completed exercises involving physical computer setup and network cabling
- Deployed a VPN server on Windows
- Configured both a firewall and intrusion-detection system in a virtual environment