I'm Colby Gilliard, owner of Gilly Technologies, delivering custom website design, PC hardware builds, and IT support for small businesses. I guide clients from discovery to launch, focusing on brand-aligned, fast, and user-friendly solutions. I bring hands-on troubleshooting and experience across the full web project lifecycle, plus ongoing studies toward CompTIA Security+. My growing foundation in networking, Linux, and virtualization helps small businesses stay secure and productive.

Colby Gilliard

I'm Colby Gilliard, owner of Gilly Technologies, delivering custom website design, PC hardware builds, and IT support for small businesses. I guide clients from discovery to launch, focusing on brand-aligned, fast, and user-friendly solutions. I bring hands-on troubleshooting and experience across the full web project lifecycle, plus ongoing studies toward CompTIA Security+. My growing foundation in networking, Linux, and virtualization helps small businesses stay secure and productive.

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I’m Colby Gilliard, owner of Gilly Technologies, delivering custom website design, PC hardware builds, and IT support for small businesses. I guide clients from discovery to launch, focusing on brand-aligned, fast, and user-friendly solutions.

I bring hands-on troubleshooting and experience across the full web project lifecycle, plus ongoing studies toward CompTIA Security+. My growing foundation in networking, Linux, and virtualization helps small businesses stay secure and productive.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Work Experience

Cyber Security Analyst Apprentice at Coding Temple
July 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Executed simulated XSS attacks for input sanitization testing; demonstrated cryptography skills; constructed comprehensive Incident Response and Risk Management plans; created an Azure network infrastructure (VNets, NSGs, VPN, Firewalls, Defender, WAF, Sentinel, PIM).
Cyber Security Analyst Apprentice at Coding Temple (Remote)
July 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Executed simulated XSS attacks in a sandbox; demonstrated cryptography skills; developed Incident Response and Risk Management plans; built an Azure network infrastructure with VNets, NSGs, VPN, Defender, WAF, Sentinel, and PIM.
Web Site Designer at Freelance/Contract
October 1, 2023 - Present
Built custom, responsive websites for small businesses; managed full web project lifecycle from discovery to launch; configured PCs/servers and optimized systems; applied networking and security practices to support connectivity and user readiness.
Web Site Designer | IT Support Specialist at Freelance/Contract, Kearney, NE
October 1, 2023 - Present
Built custom, responsive websites for small businesses; managed full web project lifecycles from discovery to launch; configured custom PCs and servers; diagnosed hardware and software issues; improved connectivity and security hygiene for clients.
Service Manager at Hy-Vee
September 1, 2021 - Present
Resolved high-pressure incidents with structured problem-solving; enforced team accountability with clear roles and performance monitoring; delivered proactive customer service and coordinated responses for on-time service delivery.

Education

Certificate - Cybersecurity at Coding Temple
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Certificate at Coding Temple
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026

Qualifications

Cybersecurity Certification - Coding Temple
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Excel
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Word
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
PowerPoint
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026
Cybersecurity Certification - Coding Temple
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026
CompTIA Security+
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026
Excel
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026
Word
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026
PowerPoint
January 11, 2030 - June 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Professional Services, Retail