Home Lab - Linux Server & Media Management
2022 - Present
(This project is constantly ongoing, as I find new, exciting things to work on each day)
- Designed and deployed a Linux-based home server, configuring bash scripts and ffmpeg for automated media organization and streaming.
- Implemented user account management and tested networking configurations, reinforcing practical skills in Linux administration and security.
- Documented setup and troubleshooting processes, building a foundation in system documentation and self-directed learning.
Active Directory Enterprise Lab with Group Policy, Automation, and Security Hardening
2026 - Present
- Designed and implemented a multi-server Windows Active Directory lab environment with structured OUs, role-based security groups, centralized DNS, and domain-joined Windows clients to mirror enterprise identity infrastructure.
- Developed and enforced Group Policy Objects for password security, workstation restrictions, drive mappings, and environment configuration; implemented NTFS-based file server permissions following least-privilege and role-based access control principles.
- Automated user lifecycle management using PowerShell (bulk provisioning, group assignment, and offboarding), and implemented auditing and security logging to monitor authentication activity and support basic incident response workflows.