I am Sherwin

About Me

Who I am and what I do

Sherwin Laconsay

"Bridging Networking, Automation, and Cybersecurity."

I’m a Senior Network Performance Analyst with over eight years of experience in IT, specializing in networking, automation, and data analysis. Throughout my career, I’ve been driven by a commitment to improving efficiency, solving complex problems, and delivering impactful solutions.

With a strong foundation in systems administration and a deep focus on performance optimization, I’ve led numerous projects that improved network reliability and operational workflows. My growing passion for cybersecurity and penetration testing has led me to proactively enhance security measures while streamlining processes through automation and AI integration.

I believe in staying ahead of the curve by continuously learning and adapting to the latest technologies. Whether it’s improving system performance, automating tasks, or fortifying defenses, I aim to make a meaningful impact in every role I take on.

Technical & Soft Skills

My professional expertise and competencies

Technical Skills

Network Administration

TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, VLAN, WLAN, DHCP, OSPF, network monitoring tools (NMS & OSS), network elements (switches, routers, firewalls), and fiber optics

Systems Administration

Windows Client 7/8/10/11, Windows Server 2019/2022/2025, Active Directory, MS 365 Admin, MS Entra ID, Linux (Ubuntu, Kali, Parrot)

Security Tools

MS Defender, pFsense Firewall, penetration testing tools, SIEM, SOAR, NMAP, Wireshark, Network Intrusion Detection

Scripting & Programming

Python, PowerShell, Bash, Basic C++

Data Analysis & Automation

Python (Pandas), Microsoft 365 Office Suite, MS Power Automate, MS Excel, MS PowerBI, MySQL

Virtualization & Cloud

HyperV, VirtualBox, VMWare, Docker, Azure, AWS

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving

Creative thinker who finds effective solutions to complex challenges.

Attention to Detail

Precision-focused with a knack for catching the smallest errors.

Growth Mindset

Always learning and evolving—turning feedback into fuel.

Adaptability

Flexible and quick to adjust in dynamic environments.

Collaboration

Team player who builds synergy and drives results.

Communication

Clear, concise, and confident in all forms of communication.

Milestones

Key achievements and significant moments in my professional journey

2023 - 2025

Diploma in IT Systems Management & Security

Nova Scotia Community College, NS, Canada

Gained comprehensive knowledge in IT systems management and cybersecurity. Led the capstone project on Automated Incident Response using SIEM and SOAR.

Jun - Jul 2024

IT Systems Administrator (Volunteer)

Metro Community Housing Association, Halifax, NS

Managed IT ticketing system, refurbished desktop PCs, created Windows user accounts, and conducted phishing simulations to address security vulnerabilities.

Jun 2024

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Certification

Earned the CCNA certification, validating expertise in network fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, services, security, and automation.

Apr 2024

AWS Academy Cloud Foundations Graduate

Certification

Completed comprehensive training in AWS cloud services, architecture, security, and deployment models.

2015 - 2023

Senior Network Performance Analyst (NOC)

Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company

Provided Tier 1 and 2 support for network operations, investigating 70,000+ network outage tickets annually and managing 6,000+ change request tickets, while implementing automated KPI reporting systems.

2014 - 2015

Assistant Project Engineer

Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company

Collaborated on product type approval, proof of concept (POC), and acceptance testing while evaluating network hardware components.

2009 - 2013

Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering

Rogationis College, Philippines

Developed strong technical foundation in electronics, circuit design, and telecommunications.

Portfolio

Explore my projects and technical work

Network Scanner

A Python tool designed to scan and identify devices on a network efficiently.

Python Networking Security
View Project

Active Directory Automation

Automates user creation in AD from CSV using PowerShell.

PowerShell AD Automation
View Project

Vulture

A Python-based vulnerability scanner that checks installed software against the online CVE database.

Python CVE Security
View Project

Network Performance Metrics

Key indicators for measuring network reliability and service quality, presented in a Power BI report.

Power BI Data Analysis KPI
View Project

DHCPv4 Manager

A PowerShell tool for managing DHCP scopes, including adding scopes and generating reports.

PowerShell DHCP Networking
View Project

Ubuntu OS Hardening Report

A report detailing hardening measures implemented for Ubuntu Desktop and Server OS.

Linux Security Documentation
View Project

Kali Linux Brute Force Attack

Simulated brute force attacks on a WordPress site using Hydra in Kali Linux.

Kali Linux Penetration Testing WordPress
View Project

Hacker Activity Analyzer

A Python script that processes CSV files to identify and report hacker transactions.

Python Data Analysis CSV Processing
View Project

Capture the Flag Chronicles

Learning CTF challenges through Hack The Box to understand hacker techniques.

Hack The Box CTF Security
View Project

Contact Me

Let's connect and discuss opportunities

Contact Information

Location

Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, Canada

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