Current IT Professional

Aspiring Penetration Tester

Hello, my name is Marcus Whited and I am eager to start a career as a pen tester. Since discovering the offensive side of cybersecurity I have been spending as much time as possible researching, learning, and practicing! It has become my passion and I cannot wait to get started in this career field! Please take the time to explore my website and learn more about myself and what I know.

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What I’m working on

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TryHackMe
Penetration Testing

I practice and learn on TryHackMe daily and love all of the knowledge I am gaining from it. It has provided me a way to not only practice through CTF's but also go through courses to learn as much as I can. I love using TryHackMe because of this!

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HackTheBox
Pen Testing

Currently I am taking on as many boxes that I can on HackTheBox! I have been on the Starting Point section to go over the basics and make sure I am not missing out on any extra knowledge I don't know yet! As I get badges, I will post them...

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EJPTv2

Currently undergoing INE training to prepare for the eLearn Security Junior Penetration Tester V2 Certification. Hoping to take the test as soon as possible. Just have to clear my schedule on an upcoming weekend and take it!

Projects

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Home Lab

Currently have a home network I am expanding as much as I can. I have replaced my consumer-grade router with a firewall I have recently configured, Vlans, an AP, and so much more in store as well. Can't disclose everything about my network, but I am setting it up so...

Experience

IT Technician
City of Parkersburg, IT Technician
Parkersburg, WV | October, 2021 - January, 1970

Maintained a network consisting of approximately 200 end users. Served as the main point of contact for all cybersecurity functions to include policies, reported emails, vulnerabilities, incidents, and protection. Investigate links, files, and other instances of security alerts to determine if they are malicious and the attack methods used. Create policies and procedures related to security of our network and information. Harden endpoints and servers to ensure good security practices.

  • Provide leadership with reports on threats in our environment, vulnerabilities discovered/resolved, patch management, and recommendations for improving our security.
  • Act on security alerts and resolve them in a timely manner
  • Proactively test our network for vulnerable assets and accounts
  • Install network components, cameras, and software

Data Systems Administrator
USMC TECHNOLOGY SERVICES ORGANIZATION ,
Indianapolis, IN | July, 2018 - February, 2020

Serves as Data Systems Administrator responsible for effectively building, configuring, and securing data systems in support of the communications plan. Maintains responsibility for Active Directory Administration, Domain Name Service (DNS), Public Key Infrastructure, Warfighting Systems, Database Administration, and Unified Communications. Supervises installation and configuration of data systems to support data system maintenance. Ensures system compliance with software and security patches.

  • Interacts directly with network services, system services, software systems engineering, and applications development
  • Implements industry best practices to effectively restore services, identify potential issues, and resolve core problems
  • Acted as Lead Technician during domain migration of approximately 450 end users while achieving minimal downtime
  • Provides leadership as Desktop Support Team Representative in meetings requiring technical input on critical decisions

Cyber Network Operator
MARINE FORCES KOREA,
Seoul, South Korea | July, 2017 - July, 2018

Supported operations as Cyber Network Operator responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining network services. Planned and executed integration of multiple information systems, including Data Distribution System-Replacement / Modular (DDS-R/M) in a network environment. Evaluated and resolved customer information systems programs. Completed required hardware upgrades and performed any repairs to maintain mission capability. Resolved 50+ work stoppage/mission critical issues.

  • Brought down, transported, and brought up a full datacenter with 1 unclassified and 2 classified networks in <24 hours
  • Maintained weekly video teleconferences between Commanding General and The Commandant of the Marine Corps
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure daily activities aligned with the organization’s overall goals and objectives

Certifications

Badges & Skills

Education

High School Diploma
Parkersburg South High School August, 2013 - May, 2016