Cybersecurity Professional & Educator
TryHackMe: ku5e (Gary7) | USA Rank #90 | Top 1%
ABOUT
Cybersecurity professional transitioning from education to hands-on
security roles. Active in computer security since the 1980s BBS era,
bringing decades of hands-on experience to modern security challenges.
Currently teaching AP Computer Science and Cybersecurity while pursuing
remote SOC Analyst or Penetration Testing positions. 20+ years professional
IT experience including network security, Active Directory administration,
and HIPAA-compliant infrastructure design.
EXPERTISE
- Penetration Testing (Physical & Network)
- Network Security & Active Directory
- Security Operations & Incident Response
- Python, Java, Bash scripting
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) - native fluency
CREDENTIALS
- Physical Penetration Testing (Antisyphon, 2024)
- Security+ (In progress, testing June 2026)
- TryHackMe Certifications: SEC1, SAL1, PT1 (In progress)
- AP CS Exam Reader (College Board)
PROJECTS
→ TryHackMe Writeups (blog.ku5e.com - launching March 2026)
→ MakerMindStudio.com (3D models & designs)
→ Active security lab environment
CONTACT
Mario Martinez, Jr.
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mario-martinez-jr-mba-8a831813/
GitHub: github.com/ku5e
TryHackMe: tryhackme.com/p/ku5e