Jin-Ning Tioh
Cloud Security
Education
Dec 2024
Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Engineering
Iowa State University
Aug 2013
Master of Science in Computer Engineering
Iowa State University
Dec 2008
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Iowa State University
Certifications
Language
English
Chinese
Malay
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About Me
Long time tech enthusiast and doctoral candidate slated to graduate Dec 2024 with a passion for designing, implementing and securing cloud-based infrastructure. Highly adaptable with a broad skillset, constantly striving to learn more via personal projects and other sources. Presently attempting to break into the industry, with an interest in any relevant internships or full-time positions.
Skills
- Programming: C, C++, C#, Java, Python, HTML, CSS, SQL, Bash
- Operating System: Linux, Windows, Active Directory
- Networking: TCP/IP, OSI Model, DNS, DHCP, Common Ports, Subnetting
- Cloud / DevOps: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Terraform (IaaC), Git (CI/CD)
- Security Tools: Snort, Wireshark, tcpdump, Nmap, Splunk, Wazuh, Zeek, Nessus, Metasploit, Burp Suite, pfsense, Autopsy, Redline
- General Tools: Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, Power BI, Atlassian Jira, Confluence, Virtual Studio, Eclipse, VMWare, VirtualBox
- Soft Skills: Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Excellent Verbal and Written Communication, Customer Service, Leadership, Teamwork
Relevant Experience
Jul 2019 - Oct 2019
Analog Devices | Dallas, TX
EDA Engineering Intern
- Contributed to ongoing tool / workflow automation efforts utilizing Tcl and Python scripts.
- Updated, reorganized and contributed knowledge base articles to the internal Confluence wiki.
- Responded to and followed up on customer requests via the Jira ticketing system.
Jun 2013 - Jun 2014
Clarity Hectares Sdn. Bhd. | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
IT Specialist
- Built, installed and configured hardware and software in a SOHO startup based on client needs.
- Troubleshooting of IT problems as they arose, usually resolving them within the same work day.
- Offered technical support and training to company staff on an as-needed basis.
Projects
Personal Homelab
- Installed and configured multiple Windows and Linux VMs via VMWare and VirtualBox to practice security concepts and tools.
- Configured a Windows Server as a Domain Controller to practice with setting group policies for multiple OUs with Active Directory.
- Configured VMs with LimaCharlie EDR and Sliver C2 framework for adversary emulation to practice detection & crafting YARA rules.
- Configured a VM with pfSense firewall to practice network segmentation and security.
- Configured a Ubuntu Linux VM with Splunk SIEM to practice security monitoring and log management.
- Implemented a small suite of security tools with Python as scripting practice, including a port scanner and password bruteforcer.
Cloud Resume Challenge (AWS)
- Project designed to incorporate and showcase everyday cloud skills in the deployment of a static resume website.
- Technologies Used: HTML, CSS, Javascript, Python, Terraform, AWS S3, Cloudfront, Route 53, DynamoDB, API Gateway, Lambda
- Further details can be found in the associated GitHub repository.
Additional Activities
- Continuous self-learning and CTF practice via platforms such as TryHackMe (THM).
- Participated as both a reviewer and presenter at several professional conferences, with multiple publications accepted.
- Co-founded and authored over 40+ articles on BlueSmoke.net, a computer hardware and gaming enthusiast website. The site grew 80% within the first year, achieving over 5 million hits by approximately 50,000 distinct readers internationally per month.
- Participated in voluntary beta-testing programs for multiple companies including Microsoft, Nival Interactive, Codemasters, etc.