Ozzy James

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Offensive Tools: Nmap, Rustscan, Metasploit, GoBuster, Hydra, Wireshark

• Security Analysis: Vulnerability assessment, Penetration testing, OSINT, Web exploitation

• Programming: Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, C/C++/C#

• Systems: Linux (command line proficiency), Windows (security configuration)

• Additional: OWASP methodologies, SQL Injection, Network optimization

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

UAT Cyber Ninjas | Tempe, Arizona| January 2024-present

• Team lead for competitions where I would mentor and train new team members on various 

• cybersecurity tools, techniques, and best practices used in CTF competitions and real-world 

• scenarios

• Develop and lead training sessions on specific topics such as network analysis, web application  

• security, and cryptography

• Participated in multiple Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges, including: 

  • National Cyber League (NCL) 

    • Web Application Exploitation 

    • OSINT 

    • Password Cracking  

    • Forensics 

    • Scanning and Recon 

    • Enumeration and Exploitation 

    • Network Traffic Analysis

  • Google CTF

  • Patriot CTF

  • Cat the Quest CTF

• Complete advanced TryHackMe modules for skill development in:  

  • Network penetration testing 

  • Web application security 

  • System hardening 

  • Incident response 

  • Metasploit 

  • Additional specialized modules not listed

• Apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios, enhancing problem-solving and critical thinking skills in IT security​​

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Cybersecurity Intern | Grab The Axe, Phoenix, AZ | May 2024-Dec 2024

• Provide routine support for IT programs by researching and developing enhancing port scanning capabilities

• Perform system diagnostics and analyze potential issues through the integration of Rustscan with existing Nmap implementation

• Improve scan efficiency by 30% through optimization of scanning algorithms and implementation of parallel processing

• Document technical processes and create specifications for future maintenance, demonstrating strong technical writing skills

• Collaborate with senior security analysts to identify and implement best practices for network scanning

• Train new interns on the use of various cybersecurity tools and systems, including Nmap, Rustscan, custom scanning algorithms, Linux, and Windows

• Tools utilized: Nmap, Rustscan, Python, Linux command line, Windows command line

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Retail Associate | Rainforest Café, Tempe, AZ | Sept 2023-Present

• Manage complex customer interactions demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities

• Data Entry of Inventory Discrepancies 

• Process financial transactions with 100% accuracy and train new employees​

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EDUCATION

University of Advancing Technology, Tempe, AZ

• Triple Bachelor's Degree (4.0 GPA) | Expected Graduation: May-Sept 2025

  • Network Security

  • Network Engineering

  • Artificial Intelligence

• Relevant Coursework: Network Security & Architecture, Digital Forensics, Security Policy & Compliance, Offensive Security Techniques

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CERTIFICATIONS & PROJECTS

• Completed advanced TryHackMe modules in penetration testing and incident response

• Developing a Emergency Alert Response System for my College Dorms

• Working on a  Threat Intelligence Support Unit (TISU)