Since graduating school Dec. 2011 with a BS in Physics, I've decided to take the free time that I have and pursue my interest in computer security, networks, and operating systems. Originally I planned on going for a masters in CPE/EE for embedded programming in neat projects like UAVs, however I was pretty burnt out. Since college, I've learned that taking courses and skimming through books to ace a tests isn't really learning. True learning is doing something with what you know and for that, I felt a little reluctant to go back for my masters.

Now I'm learning everything that I've wanted to know on my own and I've developed some cool projects for myself like a simple cooked socket webserver, client browser, kernel keylogger, raw socket DNS spoofer, and a handfull of shell code exploits. Currently I hold down a CCNA and I plan on getting more certificates like the CCNA Security, Fiber Tech Cert, and VCP by the end of Spring 2013. More so is that I will take the OCSE Certification this summer so that I can wiggle my way into my dream career of Secure Networking/ Pentesting.

I am right now looking for a good job as a network programmer, driver developer, network admin/tech, or even entry pentesting. If anyone here is interested in my skills, I would be more then happy to send you my resume. I've been looking for work since graduation but haven't found anything yet, so I work 2 jobs as Medical Data Entry and Programming Tutor(@ CSN). Please feel free to contact me at taylor_kaplan@yahoo.com or call 702-601-7208.