Obsan Muzemil

Phone: +1 612 963 9673
Email: obinure@gmail.com
Location: MN
LinkedIn: OBIchance
Website: My Website

Summary

IT professional with hands-on experience in networking, system administration, and cybersecurity. Certified in CompTIA Security+ and PenTest+, with practical skills in configuring and troubleshooting network devices, managing Active Directory, and performing vulnerability assessments. Proficient in tools like Wireshark, Nmap, and VMware, with a passion for building and securing enterprise networks.

Certifications

  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA PenTest+

Projects

Student Management System | C

  • Developed a C-based Student Management System with features for adding, removing, modifying, and displaying student records.
  • Utilized GCC for compilation and Git/GitHub for version control.

Cybersecurity Homelab | VMware Workstation

  • Developed a cybersecurity homelab simulating a commercial network with a centralized Active Directory.
  • Configured and tested DNS/DHCP on Windows Server 2022.
  • Integrated Windows/Linux VMs and conducted security tests to enhance network management skills.

Skills

  • Technical Support: ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, Zendesk, Freshdesk
  • Security Tools: Wireshark, Nmap, Elastic Stack, Burp Suite, Hydra
  • Programming and OS: C, Python, Windows, Linux, Active Directory
  • Office Software: Microsoft Office

Professional Experience

Metropolitan State University | IT Risk Analyst

Saint Paul, MN (Jan ‘24 - May ‘24)

  • Collaborated with IT personnel and interns to assess security needs and deliver to stakeholders to improve awareness.
  • Evaluated the security posture of public entities, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending mitigation strategies.
  • Authored reports based on NIST and CIS controls, focusing on asset management and incident response procedures.
  • Contributed to identifying IT security risks, documenting findings, and recommending solutions.
  • Assisted with network troubleshooting, user account management, and technical support for over 200 users.

NCyTE | Help Desk Technician (Intern)

Virtual (Feb ‘24 - May ‘24)

  • Managed the setup, customization, and troubleshooting of a secure email server using Thunderbird.
  • Provided remote technical support to users for software installations and email connectivity issues.
  • Maintained a MySQL database for project management, troubleshooting server issues when needed.

CCDC Team Member | Systems Administrator

Aug ‘24 - Feb ‘24

  • Monitored and secured IT systems, preventing over 95% of attacks, including phishing and malware.
  • Hardened systems using Fail2ban, ClamAV, and iptables, reducing vulnerabilities by 80%.
  • Managed network services and resolved incidents in real-time during competition.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
Metropolitan State University (Aug ‘22 - Aug ‘24)
GPA: 3.7 | Cum Laude
Core Modules: Network Security, Information Security, Operating Systems, Database Administration, Cyber Operations, Incident Response

CompTIA Security+ ce Certification

Issued by CompTIA

Earners of the CompTIA Security+ certification have the knowledge and skills necessary to perform core security functions required of any cybersecurity role. CompTIA Security+ professionals know how to identify and address potential threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities, and they have established techniques in risk management, risk mitigation, threat management, and intrusion detection.

CompTIA PenTest+ ce Certification

Issued by CompTIA

Earners of the CompTIA PenTest+ certification have the knowledge and skills necessary to perform hands-on penetration testing to identify, exploit, report, and manage vulnerabilities on a network. CompTIA PenTest+ professionals have demonstrated the hands-on ability and knowledge to find vulnerabilities in newer environments such as cloud and hybrid, web applications, embedded devices, as well as traditional desktops and servers. These skills help organizations comply with regulations.

CompTIA Network Vulnerability Assessment Professional – CNVP Stackable Certification

Issued by CompTIA

Earners of CompTIA Network Vulnerability Assessment Professional (CNVP) certification have the knowledge and skills required to scan applications and systems to identify vulnerabilities that can be used as a blueprint for improvements.