👋 About Me

Hi, I'm Georgi Stanchev (@dsg753), a cybersecurity enthusiast and aspiring security professional. I'm passionate about defensive and offensive security, network protection, and ethical hacking. My mission is to build a career in cybersecurity where I can help organizations defend against threats and vulnerabilities.

🔒 Cybersecurity & Technical Expertise

Current Focus:

Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing – Cisco Networking Academy Ethical Hacker certified Network Security – Deep knowledge of networking concepts, protocols, and security best practices Python Programming – Proficient in Python fundamentals; actively building security automation tools and scripts Lab Work & Practical Training – Hands-on experience with security tools and penetration testing labs Linux & Windows System Administration – Comfortable with both environments, including hardening and network configuration

Skills & Technologies:

Penetration testing and vulnerability assessment Network analysis and packet inspection Python scripting for security automation Linux/Windows system administration and security Networking protocols and security architectures

🎓 Certifications & Training

✅ Completed:

Cisco Networking Academy – Ethical Hacker Certification Python Fundamentals Network Administration & Security Concepts

🚀 In Progress:

PortSwigger Advanced Labs & Modules Additional security certifications and hands-on penetration testing courses

💼 What I'm Currently Doing

🔍 Mastering penetration testing tools and methodologies (Metasploit, Burp Suite, Wireshark, etc.) 🛡️ Developing Python scripts for security automation and vulnerability detection 📚 Completing advanced security labs and real-world scenario training 🤝 Contributing to security-focused open-source projects 💪 Building a portfolio of security projects to demonstrate expertise

🤝 How I Can Collaborate

I'm actively seeking opportunities in:

Cybersecurity Projects – Penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and security research Security Automation – Python-based tools for threat detection and remediation Defensive & Offensive Security – Network defense, incident response, and ethical hacking Open-Source Security Tools – Contributing to security-focused projects Mentorship & Learning – Working with experienced professionals to accelerate my growth

🚀 Career Goals

I'm actively seeking:

Entry-level to junior positions in cybersecurity (Security Analyst, Penetration Tester, SOC Analyst, Security Engineer) Opportunities to work on real-world security challenges A role where I can contribute immediately and continue growing in the security field Mentorship from experienced security professionals

I'm ready to bring technical expertise, dedication, and enthusiasm to help organizations strengthen their security posture.

📫 Let's Connect

Email: dsg1varna@gmail.com GitHub: @dsg753