Jacob Gonzalez
Studio City
Summary
Business Administration senior graduating in May with a strong interest in cybersecurity, IT assurance, and risk management. Currently building foundational cybersecurity knowledge through the Google Cybersecurity Certificate and hands-on labs. Brings strong communication, organization, and time management skills developed through collegiate athletics, coaching, and customer-facing work. Motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute in an entry-level IT assurance or cybersecurity role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Host
Bar Verde - Nordstrom
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Welcomed and seated guests, ensuring a pleasant dining experience.
- Managed reservation systems to optimize seating capacity and flow.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to communicate guest needs and menu updates.
- Worked in a fast-paced environment requiring attention to detail and adherence to established procedures
Coach
Playmakers Travel Team
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Instructed players on proper techniques for shooting, dribbling, passing and defense.
- Developed practice plans, drills and exercises designed to improve player performance.
- Assisted head coach with game and practice planning.
- Demonstrated drills during practice sessions to help players hone their skills.
College Assistant
College of the Canyons
03.2022 - 07.2024
- Verified students' identification cards before allowing access to the building.
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Proctored students that were taking exams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Eureka College
Eureka, IL05-2026
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA05-2024
High School Diploma -
Chatsworth Charter High School
Chatsworth, CA06-2020
Google Cybersecurity Certificate (In Progress)
Skills
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals (threats, vulnerabilities, risk)
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Concepts
- Incident Response Basics
- Risk Management & Internal Controls
- Network Fundamentals
- Security Awareness & Phishing Detection
- Emergency Response & Incident Escalation (Foundational)
- Documentation & Data Entry
- Organizational & Time Management Skills
- Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments
- Professional Communication & Collaboration
Training & Hands-On Learning
TryHackMe – Cyber Security 101, Pre-Security
- Completed beginner hands-on labs focused on cybersecurity fundamentals, threat awareness, and network concepts
Student Athlete - Men's Basketball
College of the Canyons - Santa Clarita, CA 2-Year Starting Point Guard
Eureka College - Eureka, Il NCAA Division III Point Guard
- Balanced full academic course load with 20+ hours per week of athletic commitments
- Demonstrated discipline, time management, and accountability in a highly competitive environment
- Collaborated with teammates and coaching staff to achieve team objectives under performance pressure
- Recognized as an All-Conference selection (Sophomore Year)
Timeline
Host
Bar Verde - Nordstrom
05.2025 - 08.2025
Coach
Playmakers Travel Team
03.2024 - 08.2024
College Assistant
College of the Canyons
03.2022 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Chatsworth Charter High School
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Eureka College
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
College of The Canyons
Google Cybersecurity Certificate (In Progress)