๐Ÿ“š Security, Networking & Cloud Architecture Foundations

Infrastructure & Security Highlights

  • TrueNAS + Zero Trust deployment Designed and deployed a TrueNAS SCALE storage platform secured with an NGINX reverse proxy and Cloudflare Zero Trust tunnels, enabling authenticated remote access to NAS services while masking internal network exposure and enforcing identity-based access controls.
  • Zero Trust architecture implementation Implemented a layered Zero Trust access model using Cloudflare WARP, device posture checks, and DNS-level filtering to protect internal and externally exposed services across the homelab environment.
  • Enterprise network transition support Supported production network infrastructure upgrades during fulfillment-center environment transitions, contributing to hardware lifecycle deployment and service continuity with zero operational downtime.
  • Cybersecurity CTF and incident response work Completed Capture-the-Flag cybersecurity exercises and developed structured incident response reports analyzing attack vectors, detection methods, and mitigation strategies as part of undergraduate cybersecurity training.

Skills

  • Network & Security
    VLANs, Routing, Firewalls
    Cloudflare Zero Trust, NGINX, Docker
    DNS Management, TCP/IP, VPN, DHCP
    Network Hardening, Encryption
    Threat Detection & Incident Response
    Vulnerability & Patch Management
    Access Control & Security Policies
  • Cloud PlatformsAWS Fundamentals (Compute, Networking, Storage)
    Cloud Security Concepts
    Cloud Operations Basics
  • Operating SystemsWindows, Linux, MacOS
    Mobile Platforms: iOS, Android
  • Software & ToolsActive Directory, SCCM, ServiceNow
    Bomgar Remote Support, AirWatch MDM
    HTML Documentation Platforms
  • Operations & DocumentationTechnical Writing
    Process Documentation
    Troubleshooting
    Project Coordination
    Stakeholder Communication

Certifications & Training

  • ACMT (Apple Certified Mac Technician)
  • CompTIA A+ (completed; credential expired)
  • ServiceNow Administrative Fundamentals
  • Switch/Router Essentials (CCNA coursework)
  • AWS Cloud Fundamentals Training
  • Ethical Hacking (coursework)
  • OSHA-10

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Technical Coursework & Security Foundations

  • ๐Ÿ“„ Advanced Technical Writing

    Produced structured technical documentation aligned with usability standards, translating complex technical concepts into clear operational instructions and analytical reports.

    #TechnicalDocumentationEngineering#SystemsCommunication

  • ๐Ÿงฉ Cybersecurity Process & Technology

    Examined security control frameworks, risk management workflows, and policy-aligned operational procedures used to support enterprise security programs.

    #SecurityControlFrameworks#OperationalSecurityProcesses

  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Cybersecurity for Leaders & Managers

    Evaluated cybersecurity governance models and risk oversight strategies supporting alignment between security programs and organizational objectives.

    #SecurityProgramStrategy#EnterpriseSecurityGovernance

  • ๐Ÿงช Ethical Hacking

    Applied reconnaissance techniques, attack methodology fundamentals, and vulnerability assessment workflows within controlled ethical testing environments.

    #ReconnaissanceTechniques#ExploitFundamentals

  • โš–๏ธ Ethics in Information Technology

    Analyzed data privacy responsibilities, acceptable-use policy design, and decision-making considerations supporting responsible technology deployment.

    #TechnologyPolicyAwareness#ResponsibleSystemsDesign

  • ๐ŸŒ Fundamentals of Networking (Network+)

    Built foundational knowledge of routing, switching, addressing, and protocol behavior supporting secure and reliable network communication.

    #NetworkProtocolsFoundation#IPAddressingArchitecture

  • ๐Ÿ”Ž Introduction to Research

    Applied structured technical research methods including source validation, evidence-based analysis, and documentation standards supporting engineering decision-making.

    #TechnicalResearchMethods#EvidenceBasedAnalysis

  • ๐Ÿ” Network Security

    Studied defensive network controls, segmentation strategies, and secure architecture principles used to protect enterprise infrastructure.

    #NetworkSecurityControls#DefensiveNetworkDesign

  • ๐Ÿ–ง Switch/Router Essentials (CCNA)

    Developed practical understanding of Layer 2 switching, routing logic, segmentation strategies, and traffic forwarding within enterprise network environments.

    #Layer2Switching#StaticAndDynamicRouting

  • ๐Ÿšจ Threat Management & Vulnerability Assessment

    Applied risk-based prioritization techniques to evaluate vulnerabilities and support structured threat remediation workflows.

    #ThreatPrioritization#RiskBasedRemediation

  • ๐Ÿค Success Skills for IT Careers

    Strengthened collaboration, structured troubleshooting, and communication practices supporting effective technical operations environments.

    #TechnicalCollaboration#OperationalProblemSolving

  • โ˜๏ธ Mastering the AWS Cloud

    Studied AWS service architecture, identity-aware access controls, and scalable cloud deployment patterns supporting secure solution design.

    #AWSServiceDesign#CloudSecurityFoundations

  • ๐ŸŸฆ Fundamentals of Microsoft Azure

    Explored Azure core services, resource governance models, and cost-aware deployment strategies supporting enterprise cloud adoption.

    #AzureCoreServices#CloudResourceGovernance

  • ๐Ÿง  Cybersecurity Technology Capstone

    Designed secure network and cloud solution architectures integrating virtualization, SDN concepts, and threat-analysis methodologies.

    #SecureSolutionArchitecture#VirtualizedSecurityEnvironments

๐ŸŽ“ Technical Training & Platform Experience

  • ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Apple Certified Macintosh Technician (ACMT)

    Earned Apple hardware service certification demonstrating the ability to diagnose, repair, and service macOS systems in accordance with Apple procedures. Covered workstation hardware components, system troubleshooting workflows, and safe repair practices used in authorized service environments.

    #EndpointHardwareSupport#PlatformDiagnostics

  • AWS Services AWS Educate: Introduction to Cloud 101

    Completed foundational cloud training covering AWS service models, core platform concepts, and technical role alignment while building simple cloud workloads in a guided lab environment.

    #CloudServiceModels#SharedResponsibilityModel

  • AWS Services AWS Academy Graduate: Cloud Foundations

    Completed the AWS Academy Cloud Foundations curriculum covering core AWS services, shared responsibility principles, and baseline cloud economics supporting real-world cloud adoption scenarios.

    #CloudArchitecturePrinciples#CloudEconomicModels

  • AWS Services AWS Educate: Getting Started with Cloud Operations

    Studied cloud operations best practices including monitoring, reliability, and cost awareness while applying principles from the AWS Well-Architected Framework to operational decision-making scenarios.

    #CloudReliabilityConcepts#OperationalMonitoringFoundations

  • AWS Services AWS Educate: Getting Started with Compute

    Explored cloud compute models and launched Amazon EC2 instances in a lab environment, applying concepts related to instance selection, provisioning workflows, and scalable infrastructure deployment.

    #ElasticComputeConcepts#InstanceProvisioning

  • AWS Services AWS Educate: Getting Started with Databases

    Deployed Amazon RDS instances and practiced relational database fundamentals including managed database provisioning, configuration, and structured query interaction in a cloud environment.

    #ManagedDatabaseServices#RelationalDatabaseFundamentals

  • AWS Services AWS Educate: Getting Started with Networking

    Studied AWS networking fundamentals including VPC design, subnet segmentation, routing behavior, and secure connectivity concepts supporting cloud network isolation.

    #VirtualPrivateCloudDesign#CloudNetworkIsolation

  • AWS Services AWS Educate: Getting Started with Security

    Covered AWS security fundamentals with emphasis on identity and access management, permission boundaries, and service-level security controls supporting secure cloud environments.

    #IdentityAccessManagementConcepts#CloudSecurityControls

  • AWS Services AWS Educate: Getting Started with Serverless

    Configured AWS Lambda functions and explored event-driven architecture patterns using API Gateway, SQS, and SNS to support scalable serverless workloads.

    #EventDrivenArchitecture#FunctionAsAService

  • AWS Services AWS Educate: Getting Started with Storage

    Applied cloud storage fundamentals using Amazon S3 to manage object storage, access policies, and durability concepts supporting scalable data storage workflows.

    #ObjectStorageArchitecture#DataDurabilityConcepts

Contact Me

Open to Opportunities

Security Analyst & Infrastructure Security Roles

Iโ€™m a cybersecurity-focused IT professional with 7+ years of experience supporting infrastructure and systems in enterprise environments, with a growing specialization in Zero Trust and cloud security. Iโ€™m open to roles in Security Operations, Cloud Security, and advanced IT support.

  • 7+ years in IT infrastructure and support
  • B.S. in Cybersecurity & Technology
  • AWS, Cloudflare Zero Trust, Docker, NGINX, TrueNAS
  • Hands-on security and homelab project experience

Contact

๐Ÿ“ง Email: lucas@backyardcloud.net

๐Ÿ“ž Phone: 413-284-2086

๐Ÿ”— LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mancinil

๐ŸŒ Location: Massachusetts/Connecticut, United States

๐ŸŽฏ Target: Security Analyst โ€ข SOC Analyst โ€ข Cloud Security โ€ข Infrastructure Security