SYSTEM_INFO
root@ludick:~# cat profile.txt
IT professional with 7+ years of experience spanning systems administration, help desk operations, and specialized cybersecurity. Currently serving as Security Administrator at Financial Services Company with 3+ years focused on enterprise security operations. Proven expertise in SIEM administration (Log360), privileged access management (PAM360, Osirium), threat detection (Darktrace), and vulnerability assessment (Nessus, Pentera).
Passionate homelab builder with extensive experience in virtualization (Proxmox), network security, and security tool deployment. Background includes hands-on systems administration, network infrastructure management, and VoIP deployment. Unique foundation in 3D animation brings exceptional attention to detail and creative problem-solving to cybersecurity challenges.
3+
Years Security Focused
SKILL_SET
root@ludick:~# ls -la /skills/
Security Operations
- Threat Detection & Analysis
- Incident Response
- SIEM Management
- Log Analysis
Offensive Security
- Penetration Testing
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Social Engineering
- Red Team Operations
Defensive Security
- Network Security
- Endpoint Protection
- IDS/IPS Management
- Security Hardening
Programming & Scripting
- Python
- Bash
- PowerShell
- SQL
Operating Systems
- Linux (Debian, Ubuntu, Kali)
- Windows Server
- Proxmox VE
Security Tools
- Metasploit | Burp Suite
- Wireshark | Nmap
- Nessus | OpenVAS
- Wazuh | Splunk
WORK_HISTORY
root@ludick:~# cat /var/log/experience.log
- Administer SIEM platform (Log360) for centralized security monitoring and threat detection
- Manage privileged access management systems (PAM360, Osirium) for critical credentials
- Deploy and maintain endpoint protection using Microsoft 365 Defender and Darktrace AI
- Conduct vulnerability assessments using Nessus and Pentera automated penetration testing
- Oversee mobile device management (Scale Fusion MDM) for corporate endpoint security
- Manage Active Directory and Azure AD for secure identity and access management
- Lead security awareness training and conduct monthly phishing simulations
- Improved patch deployment score from 60% to 95% through automation
- Produced high-quality 3D architectural visualizations and renderings for client projects
- Built and configured custom workstations optimized for 3D rendering and business operations
- Deployed and managed VoIP phone system for business communications
- Administered network infrastructure including printer management and connectivity
- Provided help desk support for hardware, software, and network troubleshooting
- Maintained system security through software monitoring and threat prevention
- Ensured business continuity through proactive maintenance and rapid issue resolution
HOMELAB_ENVIRONMENT
root@ludick:~# docker ps && virsh list --all
🖥️ Infrastructure
- Proxmox VE Hypervisor
- NAS Backup System
- VM Disaster Recovery
- Network Segmentation
🔒 Security Monitoring
- Wazuh SIEM Deployment
- Log Aggregation
- Threat Detection
- Real-time Alerting
🛡️ Network Security
- pfSense Firewall
- VLAN Configuration
- Traffic Analysis
- VPN Gateway
🔍 Vulnerability Management
- OpenVAS Scanner
- Continuous Assessment
- Compliance Scanning
- Remediation Tracking
⚔️ Penetration Testing
- Kali Linux VM
- Metasploit Framework
- Custom Exploit Dev
- CTF Practice Environment
🕵️ OSINT & Recon
- Spiderfoot Integration
- Information Gathering
- Threat Intelligence
- Domain Enumeration
🪟 Active Directory Lab
- Windows Server Domain
- AD Security Testing
- Privilege Escalation
- GPO Hardening
🌐 Web App Security
- OWASP Top 10 Testing
- Vulnerable App Deployment
- Injection Testing
- Auth Bypass Practice
CERTIFICATIONS
root@ludick:~# ls /certifications/*.cert
Jr Penetration Tester (In Progress)
Linux for Hackers Fundamentals
CISCO Intro to Cyber Security
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
CompTIA Security+
Python Bootcamp
Ethical Hacking Bootcamp
Linux Fundamentals - HTB
ACHIEVEMENTS
root@ludick:~# grep "SUCCESS" /var/log/achievements.log
Top 4% ranking on TryHackMe platform
Improved critical security patch deployment from 60% to 95%
Enhanced organizational security posture by 30%
South African National Champion - Archery (2011, 2012, 2013)
SA Indoor Record Holder - Recurve Junior Men (2011)
CONTACT_INFO
root@ludick:~# cat /etc/contact/info.conf
📍 Location: South Africa
💼 Availability: Full-time, Remote
🗣️ Languages: English, Afrikaans
$ logout
Connection to ludick@cybersec closed.