Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Projects
Other Skills
Hobbies and Interests
References
Timeline
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Shauna MCGann

Mallow

Summary

IT Management & Cybersecurity student with hands-on experience in system security, network configuration, and automation. I am skilled in Windows and Linux environments, with knowledge of vulnerability management, access control, and scripting using PowerShell, Bash and Python. Passionate about defending systems against threats, problem-solving, and building a strong foundation in cyber defense.

Work History

Stem aspire mentee

Dell
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Participated in the mentorship program, gaining exposure to cybersecurity and software engineering best practices.
  • Engaged with industry professionals who provided guidance and support in STEM fields, helping to enhance my knowledge and skillset.
  • Gained insights into software engineering workflows and best practices.
  • I participated in workshops and training sessions that focused on critical skills, such as office etiquette, organization, problem-solving and communication.

Education

Bachelor of Science - IT Management & Cybersecurity (Hons)

Munster Technological University
Bishopstown, Cork
01-2027

Leaving Certificate -

st. marys secondary school
Mallow, Cork
01.2023

Skills

  • Python
  • JavaScript
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Bash
  • PowerShell
  • Windows security
  • Network configuration
  • MySQL
  • MongoDB
  • VMware Fusion and Workstation Pro
  • VirtualBox
  • Microsoft 365
  • Windows
  • Mac OS
  • Linux
  • Problem solving
  • Project management
  • Documentation
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Programming
  • Cybersecurity fundamentals
  • Network security

Certification

  • Completed Ethical Hacking, Introduction to Cybersecurity, and Introduction to Modern AI with Cisco
  • Currently receiving training in endpoint security and network defence with Cisco

Projects

Interactive JavaScript website

  • Developed a simple JavaScript-based web application with interactive UI elements
  • Used MongoDB to store user credentials
  • The point of the website was to give the user the ability to book training sessions, check their bookings between certain dates, delete bookings, or modify their booking

Bash scripting

  • Wrote Bash scripts to create users and store them in a folder
  • The script would delete all the users from the folder if the user's response was yes
  • Created a bash script to create a backup archive of a folder, rename the first 10 images, and display the name, size, and owner of those 10 files

Internet and network services

  • Configured and managed three virtual machines to simulate a secure network environment
  • Server 1 hosted multiple websites, while Server 2 hosted an email service and acted as a DHCP server, which assigned IP addresses to the desktops
  • Set up a client desktop VM that communicates with both servers, testing connectivity and service availability

AI study buddy

  • Designed an AI study buddy that summarizes information based on a topic given by the user, with a built-in chatbot that quizzes users on selected topics for easier revision

Other Skills

  • Project management
  • User research
  • Photography
  • Organization
  • 3D Design & Graphic Design
  • Traditional & Digital Art
  • Critical Thinking

Hobbies and Interests

  • Gym
  • Art
  • Photography
  • Gaming

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Stem aspire mentee

Dell
10.2024 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Science - IT Management & Cybersecurity (Hons)

Munster Technological University

Leaving Certificate -

st. marys secondary school
Shauna MCGann