Matthew Askew

About Matthew Askew

Aspiring cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience supporting and securing over devices in a large educational environment. Through my role as an IT Student Intern, I’ve contributed to system hardening, patching, device management, and troubleshooting while working closely with senior IT staff to maintain secure and reliable operations.I actively develop my technical skills through a personal home lab using both Linux and Windows servers, where I practice DNS-level security, network segmentation, firewall rules, system monitoring, and scripting. I enjoy learning how real-world security operations work and continuously seek opportunities to strengthen my understanding of threat mitigation, incident response, and infrastructure protection.I’m currently pursuing entry-level roles in cybersecurity or IT security where I can continue growing in areas such as SOC operations, vulnerability management, and security monitoring while bringing strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a team-first mindset.

Experience

1. Automotive Detailer

   Brunswick Auto Mart

   Nov 2025 — Present · Brunswick, OH, US

   I am responsible for preparing vehicles for delivery, maintaining inventory flow by relocating cars across the lot, and ensuring quality standards were consistently met. This role required strong attention to detail, adherence to procedures, teamwork, and time management in a fast-paced environment — skills directly transferable to cybersecurity operations such as incident response, asset management, and operational security.