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Cybersecurity Professional

Hi, I'm Bryan Emtman

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About Me

Cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience and certifications supporting readiness for Cyber Operations roles.

Skills

Experience

Education

Certifications

  • Windows/Linux system administration
    Experienced in configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining operating systems, user accounts, and Active Directory environments.
  • Python, Bash, and PowerShell scripting
    Developed automation scripts and utilities to streamline tasks, monitor systems, and support cybersecurity lab projects.
  • Network security/Vulnerability assessment
    Skilled in using tools such as Nmap and Metasploit to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and support secure network operations.
  • Oct 2024 - Present — Motor Transport Operator
    A CO, 602 ASB, 2 CAB, 2ID, Camp Humphreys, SK
    • • Enforces safety and maintenance standards for all vehicles and equipment, maintaining 100% accountability and full mission capability across the fleet.
    • • Served as Company Retention NCO and Unit Deterrence Leader, achieving 100% retention rates for FY25 and FY26 and ensuring compliance with Army substance abuse prevention policies.
  • Jan 2021 - Oct 2024 — Company Communication Representative
    H FSC, 4-70 AR, 1 ABCT, 1 AD, Fort Bliss, TX
    • • Served as the Company's S6 representative, maintaining and troubleshooting military communication systems and cryptographic keying material.
    • • Provided Tier 1 Help Desk support, diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and network issues for 125+ end users.
  • May 2020 - Oct 2024 — Heavy Vehicle Driver
    H FSC, 4-70 AR, 1 ABCT, 1 AD, Fort Bliss, TX
    • • Directed and supervised the safe loading, transportation, and offloading of munitions and cargo in compliance with Army explosive safety and accountability standards.
    • • Managed the receipt, storage, and issue of ammunition, enforcing quality assurance procedures, and maintaining precise inventory control.
  • 2023 - Present — American Public University System
    AS in Cybersecurity (42/60 credits complete) - 3.73 GPA
  • 2017 - 2019 — Eastern Washington University
    BA in General Studies (48/120 credits complete) - 3.49 GPA
  • 2015 - 2019 — Mead Senior High School
    High School Diploma - 3.68 GPA, Honor Role
  • CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) — Certified Jan 2026
    Strong foundation in cybersecurity concepts, risk mitigation, secure network operations, and access control.
  • CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) — Certified Nov 2025
    Skilled in network architecture, troubleshooting, routing/switching fundamentals, and secure communication protocols.
  • CompTIA A+ (220-1101/1102) — Certified Aug 2025
    Proficient in system configuration, hardware/software troubleshooting, and maintaining secure, reliable Windows and Linux environments.

My Projects

Web Design

Web development projects created to build a deeper understanding of modern website design, user interaction, and input handling. Projects focus on responsive layouts, clean UI design, and how front-end components interact with backend services using common HTTP methods such as GET and POST.

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Scripting

Scripting projects developed to enhance automation capabilities and streamline repetitive tasks. These projects involve Bash, PowerShell, and Python scripts designed for system administration, penetration testing, and network monitoring.

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Security Labs

Collection of hands-on cybersecurity labs designed to build practical experience with enterprise systems, network security, and defensive cyber operations.

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My Work

MITM

Network Attack Simulation & Defense Lab

Designed and implemented a Python-based ARP spoofing and man-in-the-middle (MITM) simulation to demonstrate interception and manipulation of network traffic.

ICMP

Covert Channel & Detection Awareness Project

Developed ICMP-based payload scripts to demonstrate covert data exfiltration through non-traditional network channels. Implemented payload chunking, timing controls, and reassembly logic to simulate real-world evasion techniques.

Monitoring

Windows Security Monitoring & Automation

Developed PowerShell tools to parse Windows Security Event Logs and enrich failed login attempts with geolocation data. Built a File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) solution using cryptographic hashing to detect unauthorized file or directory changes.

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Contact Me

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+1 (123) 456 7890

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