Welcome to Paul Turner's Cybersecurity Portfolio
About Me
I am a passionate cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in penetration testing, network defense, and incident response. My background includes identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities, securing diverse IT environments, and leading efforts to counter emerging cyber threats. I am currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity to deepen my expertise. Driven by curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning, I strive to help organizations safeguard their digital assets and maintain robust security postures.
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The Need for Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity threats are constantly evolving. It's crucial to stay informed about the latest trends and techniques used by cybercriminals.
Published: May 2025Protecting Company Property
Owning a business is much like owning a home, where every variable counts in maintaining value. A business is where value lives, and it’s critical to ensure its security. Unlike a home, a business supports employees and communities, making its protection paramount.
Published: May 2025Skills
Penetration Testing
Proficient in tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Nmap.
Network Security
Expertise in firewall configuration and intrusion detection systems.
Incident Response
Skilled in analyzing and mitigating security breaches.
Cryptography
Knowledge of encryption protocols and secure communication.
Vulnerability Scanning
Experienced with automated vulnerability scanners like Nessus and OpenVAS.
Security Awareness Training
Capable of conducting user training to improve security posture.
Log Analysis
Efficient in reviewing and interpreting security logs for anomalies.
Patch Management
Regularly applies and verifies security updates across systems.
Projects
Penetration Testing: Web App Security Audit (In Progress)
Used Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Nmap to conduct a comprehensive security audit of a web application, identifying and mitigating XSS and SQL injection vulnerabilities.
Network Security: Corporate Network Hardening (In Progress)
Configured firewalls and deployed intrusion detection systems to secure a corporate network, addressing misconfigurations and strengthening endpoint security.
Incident Response: Ransomware Containment (In Progress)
Led the response to a ransomware attack, analyzing logs, containing the breach, and restoring affected systems.
Cryptography: Secure Messaging Platform (In Progress)
Implemented end-to-end encryption protocols to ensure secure communication in a custom messaging application.
Vulnerability Scanning: Automated Assessments (In Progress)
Deployed Nessus and OpenVAS to perform automated vulnerability scans across multiple environments, reporting and remediating critical findings.
Security Awareness Training: Phishing Simulation (In Progress)
Developed and delivered a phishing simulation and training program to improve user awareness and reduce risk.
Log Analysis: Threat Hunting Dashboard (In Progress)
Built a dashboard to aggregate and analyze security logs, enabling proactive detection of anomalies and threats.
Patch Management: Enterprise Update Automation (In Progress)
Automated the deployment and verification of security patches across enterprise systems, reducing vulnerability windows.
Cybersecurity Tools & Technologies
Kali Linux
Metasploit
Cain and Abel
Wireshark
John the Ripper
Tcpdump
Netstumbler
Aircrack-ng
KisMAC
Nmap
Nikto
Nexpose
Paros Proxy
Burp Suite
Nessus Professional
TrueCrypt
KeePass
Tor
Splunk
POf
Argus
Nagios
OSSEC
Snort
Acunetix
Forcepoint
GFI LanGuard
Education
Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity (In Progress)
Grantham University
Doctorate of Educational Psychology(In Progress)
California Coast University
Associate of Health Science in Health Technology
Coastline University
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science in Business Management
University of Phoenix
Master of Science in Business Intelligence
Grantham University
Master of Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration in Human Resources Management
Trident University International