whoami — Christian J. Magana
[M00NLIG7@cyberdef ~]$ whoami

Christian J. Magana

Cybersecurity Engineer · MITRE

› location: San Diego, CA
› email: christian.j.magana@proton.me
› github: github.com/M00NLIG7
› clearance: TS/SCI w/ FS Poly
› citizenship: US Citizen
Security ClearanceTS/SCI FS Poly
CCDC PlacementsRegional
Experience4+ Years
Certifications4 Active
# summary
Cybersecurity professional with active TS/SCI w/ FS Poly clearance and hands-on experience in security engineering, EDR/XDR development, and infrastructure automation. CyberCorps® SFS graduate (May 2025) with a proven track record building DoD training systems, implementing federal security solutions, and developing custom detection tools using the MITRE ATT&CK framework. Proficient in Go, Rust, Python, C/C++, and Docker containerization.
[M00NLIG7@cyberdef ~]$ cat experience.txt
mitre.log

Cybersecurity Engineer

CURRENT

MITRE

February 2026 – Present
Remote / McLean, VA
  • ›Apply MITRE ATT&CK framework to real-world adversary simulation and detection engineering
  • ›Support national security mission areas with active TS/SCI w/ FS Poly clearance
cutler_engineering_technology_services.log

Systems Engineer

Cutler Engineering & Technology Services

September 2021 – February 2026
Remote
  • ›Configured and deployed multi-server GCCS-M GL v4.1.2.1 installations on Windows Server 2008/2016 with PostgreSQL databases and Apache Tomcat application servers in CANES and COMPOSE network environments
  • ›Administered Active Directory integrations including OU/GPO management, Kerberos authentication, PKI certificate deployments, and LDAP user configurations across GCCS-M domains
us_federal_government.log

Cybersecurity Intern

US Federal Government

May 2024 – August 2024
McLean, VA
  • ›Utilized Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to automate infrastructure provisioning, streamlining deployment processes by 30% and enhancing mission enablement capabilities while reducing configuration errors
  • ›Developed comprehensive incident response runbooks that reduced MTTR by 35%, strengthened system availability, enhanced resilience, and improved overall security posture across critical infrastructure
  • ›Automated security tasks using PowerShell and Python, including Active Directory user management, DNS configuration, security log analysis, and report generation, improving team efficiency by 40%
pacific_northwest_national_laboratory.log

Cybersecurity Engineer Intern

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

June 2023 – May 2024
Richland, WA (Remote)
  • ›Spearheaded $200,000+ DoD training simulation project for Army DCS G-9 using React/Next.js, designing and implementing interactive scenarios that gamified educational content and enhanced learning experiences
  • ›Conducted Tenable/Qualys data analytics querying 200+ critical vulnerabilities and developed web scrapers for CISA research, delivering actionable insights that strengthened federal infrastructure protection
  • ›Demonstrated full-stack deployment skills with Docker including web server, database, and REST APIs
california_state_university_san_bernardino.log

VMware vSphere Administrator

California State University, San Bernardino

February 2022 – May 2024
San Bernardino, CA
  • ›Managed vSphere infrastructure with vCenter across 3 nodes and 1,500+ VMs, maintaining 99% uptime through proactive monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning for critical university operations
  • ›Developed PowerShell automation scripts that reduced manual intervention by 50% on routine tasks including Active Directory management, DNS configuration, and report generation, saving 20+ hours weekly
  • ›Maintained comprehensive infrastructure documentation, managed SAN storage, coordinated hardware installations, and performed system updates while supporting curriculum-integrated lab activities
california_state_university_san_bernardino.log

Cybersecurity Instructor

California State University, San Bernardino

March 2022 – June 2024
San Bernardino, CA
  • ›Delivered blue team cybersecurity fundamentals to classes of 17–30 students in grades 6–12
  • ›Designed Python programming curriculum focused on automation, scripting, and cybersecurity tools
  • ›Coordinated drone swarm simulations using Tello-EDU drones and the Python djitellopy library for STEM learning
[M00NLIG7@cyberdef ~]$ ls -la ~/projects/
mitre_cyberlayer.go

MITRE Cyberlayer

~ Cyber Simulation & Emulation Platform

  • ›Contributing to MITRE Cyberlayer, an advanced cyber simulation and emulation platform supporting national security mission areas
  • ›Applying MITRE ATT&CK framework expertise to develop realistic adversary emulation scenarios and detection capabilities
serial_scripter.go

Serial Scripter

~ Extended Detection & Response (XDR) System

  • ›Architected Linux/Unix EDR/XDR system in Go implementing MITRE ATT&CK framework for threat detection and automated response
  • ›Leveraged Python, Go, React, and C to implement automated response capabilities, significantly reducing incident response time
  • ›Analyzed data using self-made tools to identify patterns and anomalies, providing actionable insights to security teams
gomemento.go

Gomemento

~ Endpoint Detection & Response System

  • ›Developed EDR system for Linux/Unix platforms in Go with file watch, process, and network monitoring
  • ›Implemented real-time alerts and automated actions against potential security breaches
chop_chop_go.go

Chop Chop Go

~ Forensic Analysis Tool (Linux Chainsaw Equivalent)

  • ›Built Go-based forensics tool utilizing Sigma rules for rapid artifact recovery and log analysis
  • ›Enables identification of security incidents and threats through comprehensive artifact analysis
pandora's_box.go

Pandora's Box

~ Purple Team Malware Framework

  • ›Crafted purple teaming tool scanning and connecting to network devices, integrating Runc as low-level container runtime for cross-compatibility
  • ›Implemented strategic defenses and deception modules to proactively prevent red team intrusions
[M00NLIG7@cyberdef ~]$ ls -la skills/
skills/ — directory listing

/Languages/

GoPythonC / C++RustPowerShellBashJavaScript / ReactAssembly (x86/x64)

/Security Engineering/

EDR / XDR DevelopmentMITRE ATT&CKPenetration TestingPurple Team OpsVulnerability ManagementIncident ResponseThreat IntelligenceSigma Rules

/Tools & Platforms/

Tenable / QualysMetasploitBurp SuiteGhidra / FTKVMware vSphereDocker / RuncActive DirectoryMISP

/Cloud & Infra/

Infrastructure as CodeFedRAMP ComplianceAWS / GCPPKI / KerberosApache TomcatPostgreSQLLDAPCI/CD Security

/Research/

Post-Quantum CryptographyForensic AnalysisOSINTNetwork MonitoringFile & Process MonitoringCloud SecurityLog AnalysisCryptographic Algorithms

/Competitions/

CCDC (National)Collegiate Pentest Comp.SkillsUSA Cyber (1st, State)CCDC Western RegionalsCTF CompetitorRCE / XSS ExploitationBlue Team DefensePurple Team
[M00NLIG7@cyberdef ~]$ cat research.txt
research_1.md

Post-Quantum Cryptography on Constrained Networks

In collaboration with NSA

  • ›Led pioneering research at CSUSB on quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms in constrained network environments
  • ›Designed Docker-based virtual environment for simulating network degradation and assessing cryptographic algorithm performance
  • ›Conducted data analysis evaluating packet loss impact on post-quantum algorithms, establishing performance benchmarks
research_2.md

Federal Energy Management Program Cloud Paper

FEMP Research

  • ›Collaborated on cloud security research analyzing FedRAMP compliance guidelines and implementation
  • ›Analyzed hypervisor security vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies for virtualized cloud environments
  • ›Evaluated storage security technologies including Fiber over Ethernet, NAS, and SAN for federal clouds
[M00NLIG7@cyberdef ~]$ cat education.txt
education.txt

B.S. Information Systems & Technology

California State University, San Bernardino — Cum Laude

Minor: Computer Science · Concentration: Cybersecurity

  • › CyberCorps® Scholarship for Service (SFS) Recipient
  • › Dean's List Academic Achievement Award
  • › CISO Vice President — presented to Deputy National Cyber Director, Federal Reserve, Space Force, Congress
August 2021 – May 2025
Cum Laude
[M00NLIG7@cyberdef ~]$ cat certifications.txt
certifications.txt
Security+
CompTIA Security+ SY0-601
CompTIADec 2023
MCFE
Magnet Certified Forensics Examiner
Magnet ForensicsAug 2022
ACE-FTK
AccessData Exterro ACE for FTK
ExterroAug 2022
VMCA
VMware Certified Technical Associate
VMwareAug 2023
[M00NLIG7@cyberdef ~]$ cat achievements.txt
achievements.txt
SkillsUSA
Cybersecurity Champion — 1st Place, State
SkillsUSA2021
CCDC Western
Western Regionals — 6th & 2nd Place
CCDC 2021–20232021–2023
CCDC National
National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition
Competitor2023
CyberCorps® SFS
Scholarship for Service Recipient
NSF / CSUSB2021–2025
Dean's List
Academic Achievement Award — Cum Laude
CSUSB2021–2025
[M00NLIG7@cyberdef ~]$ wget cv.pdf
$ ./download-cv.sh$ ./contact-me