Entry-Level Cybersecurity Analyst | Passionate About Defense, Detection & Innovation
I'm Kalani, a dedicated and detail-oriented cybersecurity enthusiast pursuing an associate degree in digital forensics. I'm a member of several cybersecurity-related clubs including the Cybersecurity Club, Cloud Computing Club, Networking Concepts Club, and the National Cyber League. I recently earned my CompTIA Tech+ certification and am studying for my Network+, A+, and Security+ certifications.
My journey into this career began in 2023, fueled by curiosity and a passion for protecting digital landscapes. Since then, I've been actively involved in hands-on labs and projects that showcase my skills in vulnerability scanning, networking, and basic security principles.
When I'm not studying or participating in capture-the-flag competitions, I'm expanding my knowledge and staying up to date on the latest cybersecurity news and tools.
Scanned vulnerabilities with command-line tools and documented the remediation steps.
Tools: NmapHelped the school lab setup Workbench for basic penetration tools and network exercises. Currently designing my home lab too.
Tools: Kali Linux, WorkbenchCaptured and analyzed traffic from home network, including mobile phones, modems, and routers.
Tools: Wireshark, TCPDumpConfigured a small office/home office (SOHO) network using Cisco routers and switches. Set up VLANs, static routes, and port security.
Tools: Cisco Packet Tracer, PUTTY, CLI
