Network and Security Engineer
Erie, PA
Network and Security Engineer with hands-on experience in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and application security testing. Skilled in identifying and mitigating security risks using modern cybersecurity tools. Strong knowledge of network protocols, threat detection, and secure system design.
MetaxurX Technologies LLC.
Mar 2026 — Present
Conducted vulnerability assessments on 20+ systems using Nessus. Performed network scanning using Nmap, uncovering 10+ exposed services. Assisted in penetration testing using Metasploit. Monitored 100+ security events weekly using SIEM tools. Investigated network traffic anomalies using Wireshark, reducing false positives by 25%. Hardened Linux systems and collaborated with teams to reduce risk exposure by 30%.
LanceSoft India (Client: Optum Global Solutions)
Aug 2022 — Feb 2023
Executed 200+ security test cases covering authentication, authorization, and data protection. Identified 15+ critical vulnerabilities. Conducted vulnerability assessments using Nessus, network scanning using Nmap, and web application security testing using Burp Suite aligned with OWASP Top 10. Reduced defect leakage by 40% and improved resolution turnaround time by 30%.
MSc · Information Assurance and Cybersecurity
2024 – 2025
BSc · Computers
2014 – 2017