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Hi, I'm Kaleb 👋

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Security+ Certified | Active DoD Security Clearance | Cloud | AI | Cybersecurity — solving complex IT challenges with precision.

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The Journey

I came to the United States from Ethiopia with a dream built on perseverance and faith. My journey started with humble beginnings — driving a taxi while dedicating countless nights to studying. Through determination, I earned my Bachelor's degree in Computer and Information Sciences.

Alongside my studies, I answered the call to serve as a U.S. Army veteran, where I learned the kind of discipline, accountability, and mission-first mindset that I now bring to every technical challenge. The military taught me to stay calm under pressure, lead by example, and finish what I start — qualities that translate directly into incident response and security operations.

Today I specialize in Cybersecurity, Cloud Solutions, and Technical Support. I hold a Security+ certification and an Active DoD Security Clearance, and I’ve built a career supporting enterprise IT operations, defending critical infrastructure, and translating complex technical concepts into actionable insights.

Whether it’s hardening a network, investigating a phishing incident, or explaining risk to non-technical leadership, I focus on doing the work carefully, communicating clearly, and leaving systems better than I found them.

Kaleb Mekonnen
Open to Work

Impact & Capabilities

Technical expertise focused on building and implementing cybersecurity solutions

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Security Projects Built

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Attack Types Monitored

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Technologies Mastered

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Years National Guard Service

Featured Projects

Showcasing technical expertise through real-world implementations

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Network Defense

DDoS Simulation

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Designed and executed controlled DDoS attack simulations to test network resilience and mitigation strategies, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing effective countermeasures.

Wireshark Python Kali Linux TCP/IP Firewall Rules
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Threat Intelligence

Honeypot Setup

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Deployed and configured sophisticated honeypot systems to attract and analyze attacker behavior, gathering valuable threat intelligence and enhancing overall security posture.

Cowrie ELK Stack Linux Network Monitoring
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Security Awareness

Phishing Campaign

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Conducted ethical phishing campaigns to assess organizational vulnerability to social engineering attacks, followed by targeted security awareness training to strengthen human firewall.

GoPhish Social Engineering Email Security SMTP
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Data Analytics

Job Market Analysis

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Analyzed 10,000+ job postings using SQL to uncover hiring trends, in-demand skills, and salary patterns across the data analytics field, turning raw data into career insights.

SQL Python Pandas Excel Data Viz

Certifications & Clearance

Industry-recognized credentials and security clearance

CompTIA Security+ CE

Active

Industry-standard certification validating baseline skills for core security functions and IT security careers.

Cisco CCNA

In Progress

Comprehensive certification covering networking fundamentals, IP services, security, automation and programmability.

Azure Admin (AZ-104)

In Progress

Validates expertise in implementing, managing, and monitoring an organization's Microsoft Azure environment.

Security Clearance

Active — Secret

Active DoD National Security Clearance enabling access to classified information and secure facilities.

Skills & Proficiencies

Technical proficiencies across cybersecurity, networking, and data analytics

Cybersecurity

Network Security Threat Detection Security Auditing Incident Response Vulnerability Assessment

Network Administration

Network Architecture TCP/IP Routing & Switching VPN Network Monitoring

Cloud & Data Analytics

SQL / Toad for Oracle Azure Python (pandas) Data Visualization Excel / Pivot Tables

IT Support & Service

Technical Support Incident Management Problem Resolution ServiceNow ITIL Framework

Security Tools & Protocols

Wireshark Active Directory Group Policy Encryption (RSA, DES, SHA) PKI

Systems & Platforms

Windows macOS Linux DHCP / DNS JIRA

Academic Background

B.S. Computer & Information Science
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
Summa Cum Laude
Harrisburg, PA June 2021 GPA: 3.94
A.A.S. Computer Information Systems
Community College of Philadelphia
Dean's List
Philadelphia, PA May 2019 GPA: 3.80

Work Experience

A track record of delivering IT solutions across defense and enterprise environments

IT SpecialistGS-12

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
Philadelphia, PA
May 2026 — Present
  • Returned to DLA in an IT Specialist role supporting enterprise IT operations and end-user services
  • Providing technical support, troubleshooting, and systems administration across the agency's IT infrastructure
  • Managing user accounts, access controls, and endpoint configurations in alignment with DoD security standards
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain operational continuity and support mission readiness
Active Directory Endpoint Security DoD Compliance Systems Admin Incident Response

Business Data Analyst II

Stellar Innovations & Solutions — DLA
Philadelphia, PA · Remote
Jul 2025 — Feb 2026
  • Supported DLA's Automated Logistics Cataloging Workload (ALCW) by analyzing and processing large datasets to improve cataloging accuracy and logistics readiness
  • Collaborated with government stakeholders to define data requirements and deliver actionable insights aligned with DLA's mission
  • Utilized Toad for Oracle, SQL, and Excel to develop reports, clean data, and generate visualizations supporting decision-making
  • Identified trends and performance issues, recommending solutions for operational improvements
SQL Toad for Oracle Excel Data Analysis Reporting

IT Specialist

DLA / Stellar Innovation & Solutions (SIS) Inc.
Philadelphia, PA
Jul 2023 — Jun 2025
  • Responded to user inquiries via phone, email, and in-person support channels
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot network connectivity and hardware component issues
  • Managed Active Directory for user/machine accounts, group policy, and certificate mapping
  • Monitored and updated tickets in ServiceNow for timely resolution
  • Ensured compliance with security policies and authentication protocols
Active Directory ServiceNow Group Policy Networking Hardware Troubleshooting

IT Specialist — Intern

Harrisburg University
Harrisburg, PA
Jan 2021 — Apr 2021
  • Acquired practical experience using Wireshark for network analysis and troubleshooting
  • Monitored and analyzed network traffic for startup projects
  • Developed and implemented network solutions to enhance business operations
  • Participated in security strategy discussions and implementation
Wireshark Network Analysis Security Strategy TCP/IP

IT Support — Intern

Philly Startup Sprint
Philadelphia, PA
Jun 2020 — Aug 2020
  • Operated across multiple OS platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux)
  • Applied TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS concepts to maintain network functionality
  • Ensured compliance with security and compliance frameworks
  • Rapidly learned new technologies to improve system performance
Windows macOS Linux DNS / DHCP Compliance

Customer IT Support / Software Tester

Bank of America — Contract
Agoura Hills, CA
Jan 2016 — Nov 2016
  • Provided frontline customer support as liaison between customers and technical teams
  • Diagnosed software issues with clear, step-by-step resolutions
  • Handled regression and performance testing in high-volume environments
  • Logged and tracked defects in JIRA and ServiceNow
JIRA ServiceNow Regression Testing Customer Support

National Guard Reserve Member

U.S. Pennsylvania National Guard
Serving with Distinction
8 Years of Service
  • Developed leadership, discipline, and teamwork skills while supporting state and federal missions
  • Maintained the highest standards of professionalism and dedication to service
Leadership Discipline Teamwork Mission Readiness

What People Say

Trusted by supervisors, peers, and clients across defense and IT operations

“Kaleb consistently delivers above expectation. His discipline from the military translates directly into meticulous, security-first work habits that the rest of the team genuinely learns from.”

JR
J. Reyes
IT Supervisor, DLA

“One of the most reliable analysts I've worked with. Kaleb takes ownership of problems end-to-end, communicates clearly, and never leaves a ticket in a gray area. Exactly the person you want on an incident call.”

MT
M. Torres
Senior Analyst

“Kaleb brings a rare combination of technical depth and calm under pressure. He's sharp on security fundamentals, and he knows how to explain complex issues to non-technical leadership without losing accuracy.”

SP
S. Patel
Cybersecurity Mentor

“A dedicated professional with a service mindset. Kaleb goes out of his way to support the team and raises the bar on everything he touches. His work ethic is second to none.”

DC
D. Collins
Army NCO

“Kaleb consistently delivers above expectation. His discipline from the military translates directly into meticulous, security-first work habits that the rest of the team genuinely learns from.”

JR
J. Reyes
IT Supervisor, DLA

“One of the most reliable analysts I've worked with. Kaleb takes ownership of problems end-to-end, communicates clearly, and never leaves a ticket in a gray area. Exactly the person you want on an incident call.”

MT
M. Torres
Senior Analyst

“Kaleb brings a rare combination of technical depth and calm under pressure. He's sharp on security fundamentals, and he knows how to explain complex issues to non-technical leadership without losing accuracy.”

SP
S. Patel
Cybersecurity Mentor

“A dedicated professional with a service mindset. Kaleb goes out of his way to support the team and raises the bar on everything he touches. His work ethic is second to none.”

DC
D. Collins
Army NCO

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I'm always interested in hearing about new opportunities and collaborations

Location

Pennsylvania, USA