Houston, Texas

Joshua Haman

HAMAN IT

IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity & Technical Projects

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IT and Cybersecurity student at Texas State Technical College with hands-on experience through labs, troubleshooting, and technical work. Building practical skills in network security, system administration, and infrastructure management.

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Who I Am

Building a foundation in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity through education, certifications, and hands-on technical projects.

I'm Joshua Haman, an IT and Cybersecurity student at Texas State Technical College based in Houston, Texas. I'm passionate about cybersecurity, networking, and technical problem solving. My goal is to build a career protecting digital infrastructure and helping businesses stay secure.

With hands-on experience at Geek Squad, I've developed strong skills in diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues. From hardware repair to network troubleshooting, I bring real-world problem-solving ability backed by continuous learning and a drive to stay ahead of emerging threats.

Currently seeking internship opportunities
Education
IT & Cybersecurity
Texas State Technical College
Experience
Geek Squad
Technical Support & Repair
Focus Areas
Security & Networking
Cybersecurity, Technical Problem Solving

Technical Proficiencies

Networking
  • TCP/IP & Subnetting
  • DNS & DHCP
  • VPN Configuration
  • Router & Switch Setup
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Wireless Networking
Cybersecurity Tools
  • Wireshark
  • Nmap
  • Snort IDS
  • Kali Linux
  • Metasploit
  • Burp Suite
Operating Systems
  • Windows 10/11 & Server
  • Linux (Ubuntu, Kali, CentOS)
  • macOS
  • VirtualBox / VMware
  • Active Directory
  • Group Policy
Troubleshooting
  • Hardware Diagnostics
  • Component Repair
  • Data Recovery
  • Driver Configuration
  • System Imaging
  • Peripheral Setup

Technical Projects

Hands-on cybersecurity and IT projects demonstrating practical skills in secure infrastructure, networking, and development.

Virtualized IT & Security Home Lab

Built a fully virtualized lab environment for practicing penetration testing, vulnerability analysis, Active Directory administration, and security tool configuration.

Key Learning

Network segmentation, firewall configuration, vulnerability assessment, and enterprise Active Directory management.

VMware pfSense Windows Server Kali Linux Active Directory

Portfolio Website — HAMAN IT

Designed and built a professional portfolio website from scratch to showcase technical projects, skills, and technology services for individuals and small businesses.

Key Learning

Responsive web design, clean code architecture, version control with Git, and deployment to GitHub Pages.

HTML CSS JavaScript GitHub Pages

Python Network Scanning Tool

Developed a command-line network scanning tool that performs host discovery, port scanning, and basic service enumeration for security reconnaissance.

Key Learning

Network protocols, Python scripting, socket programming, security scanning techniques, and automation workflows.

Python Nmap Socket Scapy

What I Offer

I occasionally help individuals and small businesses with technology projects. Whether you need a website built, a network configured, or a computer fixed — I can help.

Portfolio Websites

Custom-designed personal portfolio sites to showcase your work, skills, and professional brand online.

Small Business Websites

Clean, modern websites built for small businesses that need a professional web presence to attract customers.

Basic IT Consulting

Technology guidance including network setup, security recommendations, and infrastructure planning.

Computer Troubleshooting

Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues, optimize performance, and recover data from failing devices.

Need help with a website or a technical issue? I'd be happy to discuss how I can help.

Get in Touch

Experience

Nov 2025 — Present
AI Training Data Analyst (Contract)
Handshake — United States (Remote)
  • Reviewed and validated AI training data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to quality standards
  • Identified errors and edge cases while following structured review workflows and meeting performance benchmarks
  • Documented findings clearly to support reliable training outcomes
Oct 2024 — Present
Consultation Agent & Repair Agent
Geek Squad — Best Buy, Greater Houston (On-site)
  • Provide customer-facing diagnostics, technical support, and clear repair recommendations
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues across laptops, desktops, and peripherals
  • Support repair workflows including device setup, OS troubleshooting, and performance optimization
  • Communicate technical findings to non-technical customers and recommend security best practices
Feb 2024 — Jul 2024
Help Desk Technician (Internship)
Brookside Realty, LLC — Greater Houston (Hybrid)
  • Delivered technical support by troubleshooting network connectivity and resolving software-related problems
  • Configured and maintained desktops and mobile devices to ensure smooth operations
  • Assisted with provisioning, updates, and user support for day-to-day business needs

Let's Connect

Have a project in mind or need IT help? Feel free to reach out. I'm always open to discussing new opportunities and technical challenges.