Zach T.
Penetration Tester | MSc Cybersecurity | CySa+
- Role
- Security Consultant at Secure Ideas, Llc
- Location
- Gallipolis, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Zach T.
I’m an I.T. professional with 11 years of experience in web development, WordPress, and Python programming. I have a Bachelor’s in Computer Science from the University of Rio Grande and a Master’s in Cybersecurity from Marshall University.I worked as a contractor for NASA, where I supported projects that improved cybersecurity, built custom tools, developed secure websites and plugins, created automation solutions, and supported agency-wide enterprise cybersecurity needs.Currently, I’m a Penetration Tester, focusing on testing web apps, APIs, and networks, finding security issues, and helping clients understand how to fix them.
Experience
Security Consultant
Sep 2025 — Present
Perform internal and external penetration tests for clients across various industries- Assess web applications, APIs, and network environments for security weaknesses- Use various testing methodologies to identify vulnerabilities and misconfigurations- Document findings clearly and provide practical remediation guidance- Participate in scoping calls and help clients understand testing goals and expectations- Support senior testers during engagements and learn more advanced testing techniques- Conduct reconnaissance, enumeration, and vulnerability validation during assessments- Follow Secure Ideas’ methodology and focus on ethical, client-focused security testing- Continue expanding skills in web app testing, network testing, cloud security, and reporting
Education
Marshall University
Master's of Science - MS, CyberSecurity
Marshall University
Master of Science - MS, Cyber Forensics & Security
University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College
Bachelors of Science, Computer Science
2008 — 2014
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