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Jane Doe
Cybersecurity graduate
Address: 123 Your Street, Your City, ST 12345
Phone: 123.456.7890
Email: [email protected]
Website(s): (LinkedIn, GitHub, blog, etc.)
Summary
Recent cybersecurity graduate with strong foundational knowledge in network security,
threat intelligence, risk management, and vulnerability analysis.
Highly active in the community with my own YouTube channel solving Hack The Box
machines, providing write-ups and contributing to GitHub projects.
Passionate about security and eager to learn from experts in the field.
Experience
Professional developments and projects:
● HTTP server: built a server using Java capable of interpreting and responding to GET
and HEAD requests (project on GitHub).
● Machine learning algorithms: created an ML algorithm using Python for large
datasets (project on GitHub).
● YouTube channel: created a channel to walkthrough retired Hack The Box
Machines, practicing my speaking skills and demonstrating my knowledge.
● VMWare virtual homelab: Windows server running Active Directory, DNS, and
workstation. Used to practice pentesting techniques in a safe controlled
environment.
Always showcase your personal projects as this demonstrates desire to learn, ability to tackle
problems independently, and your hands-on technical skills.
Part-time administrative assistant - Company, Location
MONTH 20XX - PRESENT
● Filing paperwork in an organized and secure fashion.
● Preparing confidential documents for meetings.
● Managing calendars.
● Communicating with the wider team and superiors.
Mention previous experience even if not in security—soft skills show that you have worked on a
team, led a team, and can interact with higher-ups.
Skills & tools
● Wireshark, Splunk, and Elastic.
● Proficient in Java and Python.
● Experience with MySQL and Linux.
Only highlight skills that you’re happy to dive into detail on.
Certifications
● CompTIA Security+.
● Completed Hack The Box skill paths: Operating System Fundamentals, Information
Security Foundations, and Active Directory Enumeration.
Highlighting certifications that you’ve gained despite being entry-level will impress hiring
managers.
Education
Bachelor's degree in computer science - School Name, Location
MONTH 20XX - MONTH 20XX
Relevant coursework:
● networking fundamentals.
● network security.
● web application security.
Showcase how your coursework relates to the role you’re applying for.