Gregory Johnston
About Gregory Johnston
Gregory Johnston is a Cable Technician at Black Box, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in electrical work and extensive training in cybersecurity, including studies in ethical hacking and networking.
Work at Black Box
Gregory Johnston has been employed as a Cable Technician at Black Box since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for the installation and maintenance of cable systems, ensuring optimal performance and functionality. His work contributes to the overall efficiency of communication networks within the organization.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current position, Gregory Johnston worked in various roles within the electrical and installation sectors. He served as an Apprentice Electrician at KELLY ENERGY INC from 2012 to 2013. He later held the position of Lead Electrician at Ion Solar from 2018 to 2020 and worked as a Lead Installer at Utility Construction Company, Inc. from 2016 to 2018. These roles provided him with extensive hands-on experience in electrical systems and installations.
Education and Expertise
Gregory Johnston has pursued a variety of educational opportunities to enhance his skills in cybersecurity and networking. He is currently studying Practical Ethical Hacking at TCM Security, and has completed courses in Linux Fundamentals and Networking at HTB Academy. Additionally, he has engaged in training through TryHackMe, focusing on Ethical Hacking and Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges, where he ranks in the top 3%.
Technical Skills and Certifications
Gregory Johnston possesses a diverse skill set in cybersecurity and networking. He has hands-on experience deploying Active Directory environments using VMware Workstation and Virtual Box. He is proficient in troubleshooting various operating systems, including GNU/Linux distributions and Windows. His expertise extends to utilizing tools such as PowerView and Bloodhound for domain enumeration, and he practices various cybersecurity exploits in simulated environments.
Academic Background
Gregory Johnston completed his high school education at Compass High School, where he studied Computer Class and earned his High School Diploma from 2010 to 2012. He has since expanded his knowledge through online courses, including those on Udemy, where he studied topics such as WireShark, Python Network Programming, Deep Learning Neural Networks, and Linux for Network Engineers.