IT Professional — transitioning into Cybersecurity

From IT operations and support to security and automation — learning in public.

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3+
Years in IT
Professional experience
IT Service & Support, Project/Quality Management, IT Operations
Roles Covered
Diverse skill set
Cybersecurity & Automation
Current Focus
Future specialization
Germany (remote friendly)
Location
Flexible working

Skills & Tools

IT Infrastructure

Windows Server
Active Directory
Network Troubleshooting
VM Management

Support Tools

ServiceNow
JIRA
Remote Desktop
PowerShell

Web Basics

HTML/CSS
JavaScript
React

Productivity Tools

Obsidian
Notion
Git
Office 365

Professional Journey

IT Service & Support Engineer (2nd Level)

Nov 2022 — Present

  • IT operations & enterprise application support
  • Incident/problem management (ITIL) & process improvements
  • Knowledge base & automation initiatives

IT Project & Quality Management (Working Student)

2021 — 2022

  • PMO support, reporting & dashboards
  • Quality assurance & process optimization

Controlling (Finance)

2021 (6 months)

  • KPI analysis, reporting, BI standardization

Apprenticeship in Wholesale & Foreign Trade

Aug 2018 — Jul 2021

  • Procurement/logistics basics, ERP systems, communication

Values & Focus

Problem-solving

I thrive on breaking down complex technical challenges into manageable solutions, always looking for the most efficient approach.

Communication

Clear communication bridges the gap between technical complexity and business needs, ensuring everyone stays aligned and informed.

Learning in Public

Sharing knowledge and learning openly through blogging and content creation benefits both personal growth and the community.

Continuous Learning

Technology evolves rapidly, and staying current through certifications and hands-on practice is essential for professional growth.

Future Goals

Cybersecurity Certifications

Security+ (in progress), OSCP (planned) — building comprehensive cybersecurity expertise through hands-on learning and certification.

Security & Automation Focus

Broader focus on security & automation after degree completion — expanding into incident response and security operations.

Certifications & Learning

Security+ (In Progress)

CompTIA Security+ certification

OSCP (Planned)

Offensive Security Certified Professional

Continuous Learning

Always expanding knowledge and skills

Let's Connect and Learn Together

Interested in learning, collaboration, and knowledge sharing? I'd love to connect and discuss our professional journeys in IT and cybersecurity.