I am an entry-level IT professional with hands-on experience in networking, threat detection, and system optimization. I am passionate about cybersecurity and have pursued blue team security practices, threat mitigation, and security monitoring in lab environments. My background in education and technical training helps me communicate complex concepts clearly and train others effectively.

Andy Roberts

I am an entry-level IT professional with hands-on experience in networking, threat detection, and system optimization. I am passionate about cybersecurity and have pursued blue team security practices, threat mitigation, and security monitoring in lab environments. My background in education and technical training helps me communicate complex concepts clearly and train others effectively.

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I am an entry-level IT professional with hands-on experience in networking, threat detection, and system optimization.

I am passionate about cybersecurity and have pursued blue team security practices, threat mitigation, and security monitoring in lab environments. My background in education and technical training helps me communicate complex concepts clearly and train others effectively.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Cybersecurity Enthusiast (Independent Study) at Self-Directed / Independent Study
January 1, 2024 - Present
Gained foundational knowledge of Blue Team Security, focusing on network security, threat detection, and mitigation. Built hands-on skills with cybersecurity tools (e.g., Splunk, Wireshark) and maintained a secure home lab for research and practice.
Information Technology Assistant at Mclean Independent School District – Texas, USA
August 1, 2006 - September 25, 2025
Designed and maintained visually engaging school websites and promotional content using WordPress, HTML/CSS; Rebuilt the school network, significantly improving speed and reliability; Provided IT support resolving hardware and software issues for staff and students; Contributed to system upgrades and IT resource planning.
Itinerant Music & Classroom Teacher at Bay of Plenty Schools – Tauranga, New Zealand
January 1, 2016 - Present
Integrated digital tools into classroom teaching and provided music and language education in diverse school settings.
Surveyor in Training at OJD Engineering – Texas, USA
August 1, 2015 - September 25, 2025
Conducted fieldwork for data collection and contributed to drafting and mapping projects.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumental Music Education at Wayland Baptist University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2012
Associate Degree in Fine Arts at Clarendon Community College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2008

Qualifications

CompTIA Security+
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Government, Media & Entertainment