👨💻 About Me
I’m a Computer Science student at the University of Oregon with a focus on cybersecurity. I currently work at the university’s Cybersecurity Operations Center where I build tools to detect threats and created a website that helps users track their IT tickets, training, and mail limit. I also helped design and build a platform for the UO Cybersecurity Club to support Capture the Flag challenges. I built a phishing detection Chrome extension that gives users real-time feedback on suspicious emails. I also volunteer as a website developer for a nonprofit called Our Giving Table, where I help keep the site updated and improve the experience for donors. I'm confident working with Python, C/C++, Flask, Linux, and Microsoft security tools. Right now, I’m looking for a job where I can keep growing and contribute to meaningful work.
🧰 Skills
• Python • Java • C / C++ • HTML / CSS • Linux OS • Git Version Control • Flask Framework • LDAP & API Integration • Microsoft Security, Entra ID, and Exchange • Secure Software Development • Customer Service • Critical Risk Assessment • Threat Intelligence Analysis •
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🛠 Projects
🔐 Project Bermuda
Web platform with Microsoft authentication and SSH key handling for a hack-the-box environment. Built with Flask and HTML.
🧠 Phishing Detection Extension
The Phishing Detection Extension is a Chrome extension designed to analyze email content and detect potential phishing attempts.
It provides users with a phishing confidence score (0-100) for emails viewed in Gmail, helping them identify and avoid malicious attacks.
This tool is designed for everyday users, providing a simple, one-click email analysis without requiring technical expertise.
The extension extracts email content, sends it to an AI-powered backend, and returns a phishing risk assessment using GPT-4 and VirusTotal.
🛡️ SecureU Dashboard
The SecureU Dashboard is a web tool developed at the University of Oregon Information Services to give users a clear view of their account security.
I was part of the backend engineering team and also helped organize parts of the frontend. The dashboard connects to LDAP, uses internal CGI scripts, and integrates external APIs like Have I Been Pwned.
It displays: • Email Sending limit • Password status (last reset and expiration) • Cybersecurity training progress • Third-party data breach info
The tool was designed to be user-friendly and informative, helping non-technical users stay aware of their security status.
🫶 Our Giving Table Website
Maintain and update the nonprofit's website (ourgivingtable.com) using the WordPress framework, improving navigation and usability for users—particularly donors—and increasing engagement with the organization.
💡 Experience
🛡 IT Security Student Analyst II — University of Oregon
06/2024 – Present- Developed a security tool to assess account risk using indicators of compromise (IoCs).
- Maintained and troubleshot containerized systems using Podman, Prisma, and Docker.
- Engineered a website displaying user IT ticket data, mail limits, and password history.
- Updated and optimized security tools used in the Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC).
- Monitored phishing attacks and reduced potential clicks by 90% through proactive response.
- Educated users via the University of Oregon’s Phish Tank program (phishtank.uoregon.edu).
🛡 IT Security Student Analyst I — University of Oregon
01/2024 – 06/2024- Analyzed suspected phishing attempts for potential threats.
- Processed daily tickets for security incidents and vulnerable systems on campus network.
- Investigated alerts involving compromised accounts and security breaches.
- Supported the CSOC team in identifying and responding to security risks.
- Collaborated across teams to resolve and mitigate security incidents.
- Utilized Microsoft Security, Azure, Elastic, Proofpoint, Jira, Apache Logs, and Confluence.
🌐 Volunteer Web Developer — Our Giving Table
01/2020 – Present- Maintained and updated the nonprofit's website (ourgivingtable.com) using WordPress.
- Improved site usability and navigation for donors and supporters.
- Increased online engagement and enhanced visibility for the organization.
🎓 Education
- B.S. in Computer Science (Cybersecurity Focus), University of Oregon 🦆 (Expected June 2025)
- High School Diploma, La Salle Catholic College Preparatory (2021)
📬 Contact
📧 Email: jakekhal12@icloud.com
📱 Phone: 503-880-1088
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jake-khal
💻 GitHub: github.com/JakeKhal