Background and Skills
Welcome to ZtotheZ's Cybersecurity Portfolio, where innovation meets expertise in digital security. With a robust foundation in penetration testing, ethical hacking, and digital security systems, I specialize in identifying, mitigating, and preventing complex cybersecurity threats.
Key Achievements
- Advanced Malware Analysis: Investigated privilege escalation risks, persistence mechanisms, and tampered files, significantly strengthening digital defenses.
- AI-Driven Content Moderation: Collaborated with organizations to enhance AI systems, improving the detection and moderation of inappropriate or harmful online content.
- Cybersecurity Tool Development: Designed browser extensions for threat analysis and Python-based scripts for system monitoring, streamlining workflows for SOC analysts.
- Moderated 60+ Twitch Channels: Enforced community guidelines, addressed escalations, and managed high-traffic streams. As head moderator for Northern Legacy Oy, I trained a team of 15 moderators, ensuring effective operations.
- Takedown of 160+ Illegal Websites: Conducted OSINT investigations to identify and report websites hosting illegal content, collaborating with law enforcement and hosting providers.
Core Competencies
My expertise spans offensive, defensive, and networking disciplines, ensuring a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity challenges:
Offensive Security Skills
- Penetration Testing and Exploitation
- Web Application Security
- Network Analysis
- Advanced Scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Defensive Security Skills
- Threat Hunting and Incident Response
- Malware Analysis and Digital Forensics
- System Hardening and Security Optimization
Networking Skills
- Network Design and Configuration
- Routing and Switching (CCNA/CCNP Level)
- Firewall and IPS/IDS Management
- Packet Analysis with Wireshark
- Protocol Security (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, etc.)
A Vision for Cybersecurity
I am committed to continuous growth and staying ahead of emerging threats in the cybersecurity landscape. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and innovative strategies, I aim to safeguard digital infrastructures and foster a secure digital world.
Discover More
Explore my achievements, ongoing projects, and hands-on learning experiences through the following platforms:
- GitHub: Explore my scripts, tools, and contributions to the open-source cybersecurity community.
- TryHackMe: View my journey through interactive cybersecurity challenges and learning paths.
- Blue Team Labs Online:Delve into my expertise in defensive strategies and SOC simulations.
