Cybersecurity portfolio

Antonino Mangano

Cybersecurity Professional in Training

Building practical skills in cybersecurity, networking, Python and digital systems through structured learning, hands-on laboratories, capture-the-flag activities and technical projects.

My professional background includes customer support, business management, digital services, education and website development. These experiences have strengthened my communication, problem-solving, technical troubleshooting and information-handling skills.

About me

People-focused experience with a growing technical direction

MY PROFILE

Hello, I’m Antonino.

I am a multilingual professional transitioning into cybersecurity through structured study, practical laboratories and independent technical learning.

My previous experience spans customer support, education, business ownership, digital services and website development. I have learned how to communicate with people from different backgrounds, resolve problems calmly and adapt to changing situations.

MY DIRECTION

Developing practical cybersecurity skills

I am currently expanding my knowledge in networking, cybersecurity, Python and secure web technologies through recognised courses and practical learning platforms.

Professional background

Transferable experience for cybersecurity

My professional history has developed strong communication, organisation, problem-solving and confidentiality skills that support my transition into technical and security-focused work.

DIGITAL SERVICES

Website Development

Design and maintenance of websites and landing pages for small businesses, including technical troubleshooting and translating customer requirements into practical digital solutions.

Website Development Troubleshooting Digital Services
EDUCATION

Teaching & Guidance

Experience delivering personalised language instruction, adapting explanations to different learning needs and supporting students through patience, empathy and clear communication.

Teaching Communication Adaptability
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Independent Operations

Managed daily business operations, finances, inventory, service quality and customer relationships as the owner of a hospitality business.

Self-Management Problem Solving Operations
SECURE SERVICES

Confidential Deliveries

Coordinated classified transport activities while following GDPR, confidentiality and secure information-handling requirements.

Confidentiality GDPR Compliance
SUPPORT

Customer Service

Extensive experience resolving customer concerns, supporting daily operations and maintaining professional service under pressure.

Customer Support Conflict Resolution Teamwork
SOCIAL SUPPORT

Confidential Guidance

Supported vulnerable individuals and families while maintaining discretion, confidentiality and a respectful professional approach.

Empathy Discretion Responsibility
Developing profile

Skills and technical foundations

A growing combination of cybersecurity, networking, Python, technical troubleshooting and professional communication.

Cybersecurity

Foundational knowledge of threats, vulnerabilities, secure behaviour, defensive security and responsible digital practices.

Security Basics Threat Awareness Digital Safety Defensive Security

Networking

Developing knowledge of network devices, protocols, addressing, packet flow, communication models and basic troubleshooting.

Packet Tracer Protocols Networking Troubleshooting

Python

Learning Python fundamentals through structured courses, guided exercises and practical coding activities.

Python Programming Basics Logic Problem Solving

Practical Security

Applying theory through safe laboratories, capture-the-flag challenges, guided security activities and technical exercises.

TryHackMe Hacktivate CTF Hands-on Labs

Digital Platforms

Experience with website development, digital communication tools, Microsoft platforms and online customer-support environments.

Websites Microsoft Advertising Microsoft Office

Professional Strengths

Multilingual communication, empathy, independent working, customer education, adaptability, conflict resolution and team collaboration.

Communication Self-Management Adaptability
Learning journey

Education, certifications and progress

My learning combines recognised certificates, structured career pathways and practical exercises in safe technical environments.

Cisco Introduction to Cybersecurity

Certificate earned · July 2026. Foundational study of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, organisational protection, security awareness and cybersecurity career pathways.

Cisco Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Career Path

In progress · developing broader knowledge of networking, cybersecurity operations, system protection and practical security concepts.

Cisco Packet Tracer

Certificate earned · July 2026. Practical experience building network topologies, connecting devices, visualising packet flow and testing connectivity in simulated environments.

Learning Python – LinkedIn Learning

Certificate earned · June 2025. Introduction to Python syntax, programming logic and foundational coding concepts.

Microsoft Advertising Fundamentals

Certificate earned · July 2022. Foundational knowledge of Microsoft Advertising tools, campaign structures and digital advertising principles.

Linux Fundamentals

In progress · developing practical Linux skills including file systems, permissions, command-line navigation, package management and basic system administration.

Ethical Penetration Testing

In progress · practising ethical penetration testing concepts and methodologies within authorised learning environments to strengthen technical understanding and analytical thinking.

TryHackMe

Active hands-on cybersecurity learning through guided rooms, technical exercises and safe laboratory environments.

Mimo Python Activities

Ongoing practice with Python fundamentals through interactive coding exercises and guided activities.

Hacktivate & Capture-the-Flag Activities

Practical security challenges involving investigation, problem-solving, technical reasoning and ethical lab-based learning.

Career interests

Areas I would like to specialise in

I am interested in practical, analytical and people-focused areas of cybersecurity where communication and technical problem-solving work together.

01

Security Support

Supporting users and organisations with secure digital practices, technical issues and clear guidance.

02

Cybersecurity Operations

Learning how systems are monitored, suspicious activity is investigated and incidents are documented.

03

Network Security

Understanding network devices, traffic, connectivity and common protective controls.

04

Secure Web Development

Developing modern websites with an emphasis on responsive design, usability and secure development practices while gaining practical experience with front-end technologies.

05

Python for Security

Developing programming knowledge that can later support automation, analysis and technical security tasks.

06

Digital Risk

Identifying risks involving users, information, online systems and everyday business processes.

Professional values

The principles behind my work

Responsible Security

Security activities should always be carried out legally, ethically and only in authorised environments.

Respect & Empathy

Technical support is more effective when people feel heard, respected and clearly guided.

Confidentiality

Personal, business and technical information should be handled carefully and shared only when appropriate.

Continuous Learning

Cybersecurity requires curiosity, persistence and a willingness to continue developing new skills.

Problem Solving

Technical challenges are best approached calmly, methodically and with a willingness to test different solutions.

Clear Communication

Complex technical information becomes more useful when it is explained in a practical and understandable way.

Private documents

Recruiter access

My CV, certificates and selected supporting documents are stored in a password-protected area and shared directly with authorised recipients.

Authorised access only: The password is supplied directly to prospective employers and recruitment professionals as part of an application.