IT & Cybersecurity

Steven Q.

support specialist → security engineer

I work in IT support with a growing focus on cybersecurity — sharpening my problem-solving skills while building a hands-on foundation in systems, networking, and security fundamentals.

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System Troubleshooting Network Fundamentals Kali Linux Active Directory VMware / VirtualBox Windows & macOS
Open to opportunities  ·  Building in public
01 — About

Hello.

I created this site as part of my journey through tech — a place to document projects, share what I'm learning, and put my work in front of people who might find it useful.

My background is in IT support, but I'm actively transitioning toward cybersecurity. I spend a lot of time in labs, reading documentation, and building things that break so I can figure out why.

Outside of tech I'm into fitness, gaming, and occasionally building things with my hands.

Steven Q
02 — Skills

What I work with.

OS & Networking
Windows Ubuntu Kali Linux Parrot OS Mint macOS TCP/IP PoE NVR / DVR IP Cameras
Security & Tools
Nmap Wireshark SIEM Active Directory VMware VirtualBox Metasploitable2 TeamViewer DW Spectrum IPVMS Zendesk
Development
HTML CSS JavaScript Python Java C# SQL WordPress Git / GitHub API Integration
03 — Projects

What I'm building.

Complete
OS Virtual Lab

A multi-OS virtualization environment built for security testing, system administration practice, and penetration testing scenarios.

Built in VirtualBox with 4 virtual machines running simultaneously across different operating systems.

  • Windows Server 2025 — Active Directory & Server Manager
  • Parrot OS Security Edition — security toolset
  • Ubuntu Server — CLI administration practice
  • Metasploitable2 — intentionally vulnerable target for pen testing
  • Snapshot-based workflow for safe experimentation
Complete
Security Camera System

Reolink RLN8-410 NVR with 4 PoE cameras — planned, installed, and configured end to end. Click to see the build.

Designed and deployed a full IP camera system demonstrating real networking concepts in a home environment.

  • PoE switch — single cable for data & power
  • IP addressing & NVR configuration
  • Physical mounting & cable routing
  • Remote viewing setup
In Progress
Custom Drone Build

Designing and assembling a custom drone from components — hardware project focused on electronics and control systems.

Component-level build covering electronics, firmware, and flight control configuration.

  • Frame & motor selection
  • Flight controller setup
  • ESC & power system wiring
  • Radio transmitter configuration
Planned
Python Project

A Python tool currently in the concept phase. Details coming once the scope is defined.

Scope TBD — likely a security or automation tool to complement the cybersecurity focus.

  • Details coming soon
04 — Outside the terminal

A bit more about me.

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Fitness

Putting in consistent work at the gym. Good for discipline as much as health.

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Gaming

Zelda, Halo, Metal Gear Solid, Overwatch, Cyberpunk 2077 and pretty wide spread of other games.

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Building Things

Whether software, hardware, or something in between — I like making things work.

05 — Contact

Get in touch.

Open to roles, collaborations, and conversations about IT and cybersecurity. Feel free to reach out through any of the links below.