Aspiring Cybersecurity Expert

Obsessed with everything IT & Cyber

Hello World! My name is Callie Anderson and I am combining my unique experience in law enforcement and military to create a new evolution of myself in the never-ending world of cybersecurity! If you want some proof, go check out some of my home labs, certifications and professional experiences!

What I’m working on

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TryHackMe Splunk Series
TryHackMe

By engaging with TryHackMe's hands-on labs, challenges, and guided exercises tailored to Splunk, I plan on developing a deep understanding of how to harness this powerful tool for enhancing security operations. Mastering Splunk through TryHackMe will equip me with the skills needed to efficiently analyze and correlate diverse data sources,...

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CompTIA CertMaster Practice
CompTIA Security+ Prep

I've completed 50% of the CertMaster Practice modules for my Security+ exam preparation, and I've made significant progress toward mastering the necessary knowledge and skills. By reaching this milestone, I've covered a wide range of topics such as network security, cryptography, threats and vulnerabilities, identity management, access control, and much...

Projects

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Cloud Security Diagram
Cloud Security

For a recent school project, I undertook the task of creating a highly available web server for "XCorp's" Red Team's testing and training purposes. Acting as the lead cloud administrator, I was tasked with documenting the network infrastructure created for this purpose. Using draw.io, I meticulously crafted a detailed diagram...

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Pen Testing / Hydra
Penetration Testing with Hydra

For a recent project on TryHackMe, I successfully completed a task involving the deployment and penetration testing of a machine provided by the platform. After deploying the machine and allowing a brief booting period, I accessed the machine via its designated IP address using various methods, including SSH and a...

Experience

Minnesota Army National Guard
Minnesota Army National Guard, Military Police Officer
Stillwater, MN | January, 2016 - February, 2024

My journey in the Minnesota Army National Guard has been an incredible source of growth and learning, providing me with experiences that resonate deeply with my transition into cybersecurity. During my deployment to Erbil Airbase (EAB), Iraq, I had the opportunity to make a significant impact by identifying the need for a Motor Vehicle Supervision Program. This led to the development of a comprehensive Army policy, crafted in collaboration with key leaders, ensuring the safety of over 4,000 Service Members. This experience taught me the importance of proactive risk mitigation and the value of clear, strategic policy implementation—lessons directly applicable to the world of cybersecurity, where anticipating and preventing threats is paramount

Law Enforcement
City of St Louis Park, Police Officer
St. Louis Park, MN | June, 2018 - February, 2024

Throughout my 5 years of being a Police Officer, I developed a robust skill set that seamlessly translates into the cybersecurity realm. As the go-to expert for technical knowledge on cybersecurity matters within the department, I provided invaluable insights and solutions for incident handling, ensuring the security of digital assets in alignment with law enforcement objectives. This experience has honed my abilities in investigative techniques, risk management, crisis handling, team collaboration, and continuous learning, all of which are highly applicable and essential in the cybersecurity landscape

Certifications

Badges & Skills

Education

University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities March, 2023 - September, 2023

Cybersecurity Certificate

St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud State University September, 2014 - June, 2016

Bachelor of Liberal Arts Minor in Psychology Deans List

Itasca Community College
Itasca Community College September, 2011 - June, 2013

Associate of Arts (A.A)