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Nathan

My name is Nathan Drummond-Schwass I am currently studying for a Bachelor of Information Technology at NMIT where I will be Majoring in ICT Infrastructure

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Career-Focused Interests

personal interest

I focus on Network and Cloud infrastructure with a career goal in Network Engineering, Cloud (AWS) or Infrastructure Security. I have hands‑on experience designing and securing networks and servers using pfSense, Sophos and Windows Server, and administering Linux systems. I've built reliable, scalable architectures—deploying services on AWS, automating tasks with Python, and implementing monitoring and observability with tools like Prometheus and Grafana. I’m skilled at troubleshooting hardware and system issues and applying security best practices, and I’m ready to contribute to teams delivering secure, highly available network and cloud solutions.

Skills gained from my ICT Infrastructure Degree

ICT Related Skills
ICT skills
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)

    • Demonstrated practical AWS architecture and operations skills: designed and deployed a multi-AZ VPC with public and private subnets, secure networking (security groups, NAT), and a load-balanced EC2 web tier with Auto Scaling and EFS for shared storage.
      Implemented an RDS MySQL instance with automated backups and multi-AZ considerations.
      A serverless API using Lambda + API Gateway and a Step Functions workflow to process parcel updates and publish notifications via SNS.
      Ensuring it follows the AWS Well-Architected Framework (6 pillars).
      A Grade

  • Networking

    • I have a comprehensive understanding of Networking Fundamentals, including the OSI Model, DHCP, Subnetting, and IPv4/6.
      Familiar with various types of networks such as LAN, WAN, WLAN, and VPN.
      Experience with network devices like Switches, Routers, Access Points, and Firewalls.
      Understanding of network services such as DNS, DHCP, and NAT.
      Knowledgeable about network topologies including Star, Bus, Ring, and Mesh.
      Multiple A+ Grades

  • Security

    • I have knowledge of Security Fundamentals; Security Concepts such as the CIA Triad.
      Types of Threats, Attacks and Vulnerabilities such as Phishing, Malware, and Social Engineering.
      Identity and Access Management such as Authentication, Public Key Infrastructure and Cryptography.
      Operational Security such as Physical Security, Disaster Recovery, and Business Continuity.
      A- Grade

  • Firewall

    • I have extensive expertise in setting up a PfSense Firewall, Sophos Firewall, and Windows Firewall to secure a network. I have configured the firewall to block and allow traffic based on rules, set up peer-to-peer VPN, pfSense High Availability and configured NAT and Port Forwarding.
      Multiple A+ Grades

  • Linux

    • I have great expertise in using Linux Operating Systems such as Ubuntu, Kali Linux, and Debian Linux. Including using the terminal to install software, update the system, and manage files and directories using commands such as grep, ls, cd, mkdir and using pipes and redirection.
      I have done this with both Virtual Machines and Physical Machines.
      A+ Grade

  • Windows Server

    • I have extensive expertise in setting up a Windows Server that has Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, File Sharing, Backup. I have also configured a Main Domain Controller with a separate Backup Domain Controller used as a failover.
      Additionally, I have experience in creating and managing Organisational Units (OUs), users, groups, and applying Group Policies to manage and secure the network.
      I have done this with both Virtual Machines and Physical Machines.
      Multiple A+ Grades

Coding and PC Building Skills
ICT skills
  • Python

    • I am knowledgeable in developing Python programs using functions, classes, and modules that used either Object Oriented Programming and Procedural Programming. One program allows users register and login to view and interact with CSV files through multiple windows using PySimpleGUI, Matplotlib, Pandas and other libraries.
      Overall, I have the technical skills to develop Python programs that can be used in real-world applications.
      A+ Grade

  • HTML/CSS

    • I have great expertise in using HTML and CSS to create websites. I have created this Portfolio website and a Notepad taking website fully from scratch and multiple websites using website builders. I have also 3rd party CSS frameworks such as Bootstrap to make the website responsive and visually appealing.
      Multiple A Grades

  • JavaScript

    • I have experience in using JavaScript to create a RESTful API using NodeJS with various packages such as Express, Mongoose, and Cors. The Project was to create a Notepad website where users securely register and create, edit, and delete their own notes.
      I have also used JavaScript to create interactive elements on websites such as this dropdown list.
      B+ Grade

  • Computer Building

    • I have built multiple computers from scratch, including selecting the right components, assembling the components, and installing the operating system.
      I also have experience from personally upgrading computers by adding components such as RAM, SSDs, and GPUs, both at home on my own computer and for others.
      I have experience in troubleshooting and diagnosing hardware and software issues.
      A+ Grade

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