Hello and welcome to my LinkedIn profile! I am Marcus Winner, an IT professional with a focus on cybersecurity. My objective is to leverage my knowledge of information technology and cybersecurity to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of organizational assets.I have completed several certifications in the cybersecurity field, including CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA A+, Cisco CCNA – Routing and Switching, and I am currently pursuing the Azure Fundamentals certification. Additionally, I hold core classes in an Associates in Applied Science in Network and Systems Administration, with a GPA of 3.125.Currently, I am working as a Level 2 – IT Support Specialist at Assured Technology Solutions, where I quote, plan, and provision project work for clients, including the installation of firewalls, network switches, layer 3 switches, wireless access controllers, and wireless access points. I enforce security measures to ensure client protection, mentor new technicians, and perform server and firewall maintenance.Previously, I worked as a UCaaS – Implementation Specialist and Technical Support Specialist at JCurve Technologies, where I turned up new clients with unified communication services, analyzed the needs of new clients, troubleshooted issues, and managed server and active directory.My work experience has provided me with a range of skills, including firewall management, server management, active directory, GPO hardening, DUO MFA deployment, computer deployment, incident response, TCP/IP and OSI model, and data sanitation. Additionally, I possess strong soft skills, including documentation, quality KB storage, customer service, and email analysis.I am committed to learning and applying new skills and technologies to develop a solid foundation in the field of cybersecurity while maintaining a proactive and ethical approach towards addressing emerging threats. I seek to collaborate with and learn from experienced professionals in the industry, contribute to the growth of the organization, and enhance my technical and analytical skills to become a valuable asset to the team.Please feel free to connect with me or reach out to discuss cybersecurity opportunities. Thank you for visiting my profile!