This portfolio highlights the projects that best represent my technical range and the roles I’m targeting across IT support, cybersecurity, GRC/IAM, and cloud environments.
Welcome to my IT and cybersecurity portfolio. I build hands-on labs to strengthen my technical foundation across IT support, SOC analysis, GRC/IAM fundamentals, and cloud technologies. This portfolio serves as a guided overview of my most relevant projects, the skills they demonstrate, and the roles I’m targeting as I grow in the field.
- Windows OS administration
- Workstation deployment
- Troubleshooting & diagnostics
- Endpoint hardening
- Ticketing/CRM familiarity
- SIEM fundamentals (Splunk)
- Log ingestion & analysis
- Event correlation
- Investigation workflow
- Documentation & reporting
- Access control concepts
- Policy interpretation
- Compliance documentation
- Security fundamentals
- PowerShell (beginner–intermediate)
- Python (beginner)
- Automation fundamentals
- Log parsing & data extraction
A simulated Tier 1 SOC environment built using Splunk Enterprise and a Linux log source. Demonstrates SIEM configuration, log ingestion, dashboard creation, and investigative documentation.
Why it matters: Shows readiness for entry-level SOC roles and real-world analyst workflows.
🔗 Repo: SOC_Home_Lab_Splunk_Logging
A full Windows 10 deployment in a virtualized environment, covering OS installation, configuration, validation, and documentation.
Why it matters: Demonstrates core IT support skills used in help desk and desktop support roles.
🔗 Repo: Windows_Workstation_Deployment_Lab
A PowerShell automation script that gathers system information (OS, CPU, RAM, disk, network) and outputs it in a clean, structured format.
Why it matters: Shows scripting fundamentals, automation mindset, and practical IT support tooling.
🔗 Repo: PowerShell_System_Information_Collector
If you're evaluating:
- Cybersecurity skills → Start with the SOC Home Lab
- IT support skills → Start with the Windows Deployment Lab
- Automation/scripting ability → Check the PowerShell scripting lab
- Documentation clarity → All projects include structured READMEs
This portfolio is designed to be recruiter-friendly and easy to skim.
I’m an early-career IT and cybersecurity professional with a background in game development, hands-on lab experience, and a strong focus on continuous learning. I enjoy building practical projects that mirror real-world workflows and help me grow toward roles in IT support, SOC analysis, GRC/IAM, and cloud support.
- GitHub: https://github.com/UnmadeThoughts
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keegenlove/
- Email: KGNSL@outlook.com