{"id":20,"date":"2026-05-03T20:45:22","date_gmt":"2026-05-03T20:45:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/?p=20"},"modified":"2026-05-03T20:45:25","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T20:45:25","slug":"resume","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/2026\/05\/03\/resume\/","title":{"rendered":"Resume"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>PRINCE DAMTE Alexandria, VA 22309 \u2022 (571) 458-9009 \u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:gilbertoppong248@gmail.com\">gilbertoppong248@gmail.com<\/a>&nbsp;\u2022 LinkedIn: linkedin.com\/in\/princedamte<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cybersecurity undergraduate at Old Dominion University with hands-on experience in network security, penetration testing, and threat analysis. Proficient in Kali Linux, Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark, and Python. Pursuing CompTIA Security+ and Microsoft certifications. Proven ability to work under pressure, communicate clearly, and solve complex problems. Seeking an entry-level SOC Analyst or cybersecurity role to apply academic and lab-developed skills in a professional environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>EDUCATION<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bachelor of Science, Cybersecurity Old Dominion University \u2014 Norfolk, VA | Expected Dec 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Relevant Coursework: Networking Fundamentals, Linux\/Windows System Administration, Information Security Principles, Python Programming, Cybersecurity Risk &amp; Analysis, Incident Response<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leadership: Captain, Afro Simbas Dance Organization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>CERTIFICATIONS &amp; TRAINING<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>CompTIA Security+ \u2014 In Progress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Microsoft Security Certification \u2014 In Progress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TryHackMe \u2014 Active learner; completed rooms in web exploitation, network security, and Linux fundamentals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>TECHNICAL SKILLS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cybersecurity: Penetration Testing, Threat Analysis, Incident Response, Network Defense, Vulnerability Assessment Tools: Kali Linux, Nmap, Metasploit, sqlmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite (basic), John the Ripper Systems: Linux (Kali, Ubuntu), Windows, VMware\/VirtualBox Networking: TCP\/IP, VLANs, Firewalls, VPN, DNS, DHCP, Routing &amp; Switching Programming: Python (scripting &amp; automation), Bash Frameworks: NIST Cybersecurity Framework, PTES (Penetration Testing Execution Standard) Soft Skills: Problem-Solving, Technical Writing, Team Collaboration, Customer Support<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>WORK EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Server | The Fairfax \u2014 Alexandria, VA | May 2021 \u2013 Present<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Maintained accurate transaction records and documentation, mirroring log management and audit trail practices in cybersecurity operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diagnosed and resolved operational issues efficiently in a high-pressure environment, demonstrating troubleshooting skills directly applicable to IT support and incident response.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborated with diverse team members to maintain seamless operations, building communication skills essential for SOC and security team environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Managed multiple concurrent priorities with precision and reliability under time-sensitive conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>PROJECTS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Home Lab \u2014 Virtualized Security Environment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Built a virtualized network lab using VirtualBox to simulate real-world environments for practicing network configuration, penetration testing, and incident response scenarios.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deployed Metasploitable 2 as a target system; performed full penetration test using Nmap, Metasploit, and manual exploitation techniques; documented findings in a professional report.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Web Exploitation \u2014 CTF Challenge (TryHackMe)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Completed a SQL injection and privilege escalation challenge; documented methodology including reconnaissance, exploitation, post-exploitation, and lessons learned in a formal writeup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Wireshark Traffic Analysis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Captured and analyzed live network packet traffic to identify anomalies, unencrypted credentials, and potential indicators of compromise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Python Automation Scripts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Developed Python scripts for file organization, basic system administration tasks, and network scanning automation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Network Security Design Lab<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Designed and configured a three-tier secure network architecture including perimeter firewall rules, VLAN segmentation, access controls, and intrusion detection \u2014 documented in a formal lab report.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>LEADERSHIP &amp; VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Captain, Afro Simbas Dance Organization \u2014 Led and coordinated a student organization, managed event logistics, and developed team leadership and communication skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Community Volunteer \u2014 Assisted with maintaining organized community facilities; developed proactive problem-solving and service skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Former Competitive Soccer Player \u2014 Built discipline, persistence, and teamwork through years of competitive sport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PRINCE DAMTE Alexandria, VA 22309 \u2022 (571) 458-9009 \u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;gilbertoppong248@gmail.com&nbsp;\u2022 LinkedIn: linkedin.com\/in\/princedamte PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Cybersecurity undergraduate at Old Dominion University with hands-on experience in network security, penetration testing, and threat analysis. Proficient in Kali Linux, Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark, and Python. Pursuing CompTIA Security+ and Microsoft certifications. Proven ability to work under pressure, communicate clearly, and solve &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/2026\/05\/03\/resume\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Resume<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":26078,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","wds_primary_category":0},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/26078"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=20"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21,"href":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20\/revisions\/21"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=20"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/student.wp.odu.edu\/pdamt001\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=20"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}