About Me

I'm Ethan Duval, a cybersecurity engineer from the Cayman Islands with a passion for building secure systems and protecting digital assets. From building my first home lab in high school to pursuing a Master's in Secure Information Systems, my journey has been driven by curiosity and a commitment to making the digital world safer. I believe in making security accessible and understandable for everyone, fostering a culture of awareness and resilience.

Education

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Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering in Networking and Cybersecurity

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University โ€ข 2023

Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering in Secure Information Systems and Networking

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University โ€ข In Progress

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Certifications

CC - Certified in Cybersecurity (ISC)ยฒ - In progress

Technical Expertise

Core

Where I spend most of my time
๐Ÿ”Penetration Testing
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธNetwork Security
โšกThreat Analysis

Proficient

Confident day-to-day
๐ŸšจIncident Response
๐ŸPython/Scripting
โ˜๏ธCloud Security

Familiar

Used in projects / learning
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My Philosophy

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Security First

Every system should be built with security as a core principle, not an afterthought.

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Continuous Learning

The threat landscape evolves daily. Staying ahead requires constant adaptation and growth.

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Ethical Hacking

Using technical skills responsibly to make the digital world safer for everyone.

Professional Experience

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Professional Services Intern

EfficientIP โ€ข Summer 2025

  • Reverse-engineered and documented DNS Guardian test scripts for QA and customer demos
  • Automated validation workflows with Python, reducing manual steps during implementations
  • Observed customer deployments and captured repeatable SOPs for service delivery
  • Gained hands-on exposure to DNS, DHCP, and IPAM security within enterprise networks
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Cyber Security Intern

DART โ€ข Spring 2024

  • Hardened internal systems through patching and vulnerability remediation
  • Assisted with incident response and threat monitoring using Wireshark and ELK
  • Drafted playbooks and supported on-site security drills
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Risk Advisory Intern

Deloitte โ€ข Summer 2023

  • Supported cyber risk and discovery engagements with client documentation
  • Conducted control reviews aligned to NIST frameworks and tracked remediation
  • Collaborated on assessments across Windows and AD environments

Current Interests

๐Ÿ”ฌIoT Security Research
๐ŸงชHome Lab Experiments
๐Ÿ‘ฅTech Mentoring
โš™๏ธHardware Hacking
๐Ÿ“ธPhotography

๐ŸŽฏ Short-Term (1โ€“3 Years)

I aim to gain broad, hands-on experience in network security, penetration testing, and secure infrastructure design while pursuing advanced cybersecurity certifications. Alongside professional growth, I plan to contribute to open-source security projects and develop tools that make security practices more accessible to small businesses and individuals.

๐Ÿข Mid-Term (3โ€“7 Years)

My goal is to return to the Cayman Islands and establish a security-focused technology firm that provides cutting-edge networking, cybersecurity, and secure data storage solutions. This business will also serve as a training ground for aspiring Caymanian engineers through internships, mentorship, and scholarships.

๐ŸŒ Long-Term Vision

I envision creating a multi-purpose technology campus in the Cayman Islands โ€” a hub for innovation, education, and collaboration. The campus will blend secure IT operations with community initiatives such as STEM outreach, maker spaces, and environmental sustainability programs, aiming to leave a lasting positive impact on both the tech industry and the local community.

"I wish I could think of a better way to say this, but I want to make a difference."

Want to Know My Journey?

Explore my career timeline and see how I evolved from curious beginner to cybersecurity professional.

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