SEBASTIEN DELAN
Entry-Level Cybersecurity Analyst
Benicia, CA | (619) 252-4788 | sebastien@portfolio-sebastiendelan.com
www.linkedin.com/in/sebastien-delan 

Cybersecurity professional with hands-on experience in cloud security, SIEM monitoring, and incident response. Skilled in GCP, Splunk, Wireshark, Python, and Linux. Built production-grade security monitoring pipeline processing 18.94GB+ logs with real-time threat detection. Bilingual (English/French) with strong foundation in risk management and security frameworks.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Cloud & SIEM: GCP, Splunk HEC, Cloud Functions, API Gateway, IAM, VPC Security

• Security Tools: Wireshark, TCPDump, SIEM, Threat Intelligence, Risk Assessment

• Programming: Python, SQL, Linux Command Line, Bash Scripting

• Frameworks: NIST, Zero-Trust, Least Privilege, Network Isolation

• Languages: English (Fluent), French (Native)
  
  

CERTIFICATIONS

• Security + COMPTIA – Dec 2025

• Google Cybersecurity Certificate – Feb 2025

• Google Cloud Cybersecurity Professional Certificate – Aug 2025

• Cisco Junior Cybersecurity Career Path – May 2025

• FEMA NIMS ICS-100 – Mar 2025

PROJECTS

• AI Security SOC Lab | GCP, Splunk, Python
  Built production-grade security monitoring pipeline processing 18.94 GB+ logs with real-time threat detection.
  Secured Vertex AI APIs with API Gateway authentication and least privilege IAM.
  Reduced attack surface by 80% through network isolation and VPC firewall rules.
  Automated security monitoring eliminating 10+ hours/week manual effort.

• FORTRESS Home Lab | Ubuntu, Splunk HEC, Network Security

Repurposed HP All-in-One PC 22-b013w (V8P50AA#ABA) into a red-team / defensive lab node.

Upgraded hardware (2.5" SATA SSD + added RAM) and installed Ubuntu 22.04 LTS for improved performance and reliability.

Hardened system and network: configured SSH, UFW firewall, static IP/DHCP reservation, and host naming (FORTRESS).

Integrated local Splunk forwarder / forwarder-ready logging and designed pipeline plans for secure telemetry ingestion (HEC token, host tagging) — ready to connect to an external SIEM 

• Network Security Monitoring | Wireshark, TCPDump
  Analyzed network traffic and packet capture files for security threats.
  Developed custom TCPDump logging tool for continuous traffic monitoring.
  Investigated suspicious activity patterns and potential security incidents.

• Cybersecurity Job Simulations
  ANZ – Investigated suspicious emails & PCAP files.
  AIG Shields Up – Researched vulnerabilities, drafted remediation guidance.
  Datacom – Cyberattack investigation and risk assessment.
  Mastercard – Identified phishing threats and recommended risk reduction.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Primary Caregiver & Household Manager – Apr 2020 to Oct 2024

• Served as the primary caregiver for two young children while managing full household operations during spouse’s full-time employment.
  
  

• Coordinated daily schedules, appointments, transportation, and activities, requiring strong organization, prioritization, and time management.
  
  

• Maintained regular communication with healthcare providers, schools, and family to support daily care and routines. 

Owner | Seb’s Panini, San Diego – Jul 2007 to Mar 2020

• Owned and operated a regulated food service business, maintaining full compliance with health department requirements (HACCP) and successfully passing routine inspections.
  
  

• Managed daily operations including scheduling, inventory, vendors and equipment, ensuring reliable service and smooth operations.
  
  

• Trained and supervised staff on procedures, hygiene standards and documentation practices, promoting consistency and accountability.

EDUCATION
Legal Studies, Law & Political Science – Aix-Marseille University, France (1998–1999)

ACTIVITIES
Team paddler, Benicia Outrigger Canoe Club – Winner, 2024 Angel Island Short Race