Stephanie Castelblanco

Stephanie Castelblanco

Cybersecurity Graduate | CompTIA Security+ Certified

stephanie-castelblanco.github.io

scastelb@hawaii.edu

stephanie-castelblanco

stephanie-castelblanco

Mililani, Hawaii 96789 USA

Summary

Recent University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa graduate (B.S. in Computer Science, Security Science), cum laude with a 3.67 GPA, and CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) certified. Strong academic foundation in computer system security, digital forensics, cryptography, and data networks, with hands-on coursework experience using Wireshark, Nmap, Nessus, OpenVAS, and Autopsy. Currently working through the HTB Certified Junior Cybersecurity Associate path. Seeking entry-level roles in SOC monitoring, IT security, IT audit, or GRC. Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Interests

Cybersecurity (SOC operations,Digital forensics,GRC,Compliance), Languages , Travel , Photography

Skills

Security Tools (coursework & labs): Wireshark, Nmap, Nessus, OpenVAS, Autopsy

Security & Compliance Concepts: Network defense, Vulnerability scanning, Threat analysis, Risk assessment, Access control, Digital forensics, Cryptography fundamentals, Security policies and ethics, Privacy compliance (HIPAA / GDPR / FERPA), GRC fundamentals, CIA triad

Networking & Operating Systems: OSI and TCP/IP fundamentals, Network traffic analysis, Windows fundamentals, Linux fundamentals

Programming & Tools: JavaScript, React, Meteor, MongoDB, Git/GitHub, ESLint

Languages: English (professional), Spanish (professional)

Certifications

CompTIA Security+ ce (SY0-701)

CompTIA · ID: COMP001022965314

Expires: 2029-04

2026-04

HTB Certified Junior Cybersecurity Associate (CJCA)

Hack The Box

In Progress

Education

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

B.S., Computer Science, Security Science — cum laude, GPA 3.67

  • Computer System Security (A+)
  • Digital Forensics (A+)
  • Computer Security and Ethics (A+)
  • Data Security & Cryptography I (A)
  • Data Networks (A)
  • Security and Trust I
  • Operating Systems
  • Algorithms
  • Database Systems I
  • Software Engineering I (A)

2024 - 2025

Leeward Community College

A.S., Natural Science

2021 - 2023

Leeward Community College

A.A., Business Management

2019 - 2021

Work

Bartender, Stir Beverage, LLC

Kailua, HI

  • Provide attentive bar service in fast-paced environments while maintaining accuracy and composure under pressure.
  • Follow established service, safety, and compliance procedures during high-volume operations.

2026 - Present

Bartender / Barback, Hoku Events & Hospitality

Haleiwa, HI

  • Promoted from Barback to Bartender; continue to cover both roles based on shift needs.
  • Provide professional service to diverse clientele in event and bar settings.
  • Coordinate with teammates in real time to keep operations smooth through changing conditions.

2023 - Present

Event Server, Memoirs

Honolulu, HI

  • Delivered consistent service during high-volume events and resolved time-sensitive issues calmly.
  • Maintained clean, organized work areas while following health and safety procedures.

2024 - 2025

Server Captain / Event Server, Aloha Hospitality Professionals

Honolulu, HI

  • Promoted from Event Server to Server Captain; led and coordinated a team of servers during events.
  • Executed event setups and breakdowns on tight timelines with strong attention to detail.
  • Worked with diverse teams to keep service smooth and professional through busy events.

2019 - 2023

Awards

Cum Laude, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

Graduated with honors based on cumulative GPA of 3.67.

2025

Dean's List, Leeward Community College

Recognized for outstanding academic achievement.

2021, 2022, 2023

References

Available upon request