Carl Lochstampfor, Jr.

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Executive Summary

Cybersecurity undergraduate at Old Dominion University (ODU, 4.0 GPA) with CompTIA Security+, Network+, and A+ certifications. Background includes more than a decade in high‑risk, regulated financial and fiduciary environments, now applied to cybersecurity disciplines such as incident response, system hardening, network defense, and secure application design. Demonstrated hands‑on capability through technical coursework, labs, a home‑lab environment, and a secure Python-based file‑sharing system.

đź“Š Technical Skills

  • Certifications:

    CompTIA Security+, Network+, and A+; Linux+ (In-Progress).

  • Cybersecurity:

    Incident Response, Risk Mitigation, Regulatory Compliance, Vulnerability Assessment, System Hardening, Network Defense.

  • Tools:

    Nmap, Wireshark, pfSense, tcpdump, Bruter, Event Viewer, iptables, SSH, RDP.

  • Development:

    Python (Secure Sockets), HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, GitHub.

đź“Š Skill Distribution

🧠 Education & Training

Old Dominion University

B.S. Cybersecurity | GPA: 4.0 (Online/Remote)

Jax Code Academy

Web Development | 2023 Graduate (Online/Remote)

Roanoke College

Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice & Philosophy

Featured Project

đź’» Secure File Sharing System (Python TCP Sockets)

Milestone Project - Cybersecurity Programming & Networking

Step 1: INFRASTRUCTURE - Initializing TCP listener on secure port 5555
Step 1: INFRASTRUCTURE - Initializing TCP listener on secure port 5555
Step 2: INTERACTION - Python-based CLI for client-side command entry
Step 2: INTERACTION - Python-based CLI for client-side command entry
Step 3: AUTH ACTION - User providing credentials for encrypted handshake
Step 3: AUTH ACTION - User providing credentials for encrypted handshake
Step 4: AUTH PROOF - Server log confirming ciphertext receipt and decryption
Step 4: AUTH PROOF - Server log confirming ciphertext receipt and decryption
Step 5: DATA ACTION - Client initiating encrypted file transfer loop
Step 5: DATA ACTION - Client initiating encrypted file transfer loop
Step 6: DATA PROOF - Server validating file integrity and saving to isolated storage
Step 6: DATA PROOF - Server validating file integrity and saving to isolated storage
Step 7: ACCESS ACTION - Client requesting directory listing of hosted files
Step 7: ACCESS ACTION - Client requesting directory listing of hosted files
Step 8: ACCESS PROOF - Server enforcing user-specific directory isolation (DAC)
Step 8: ACCESS PROOF - Server enforcing user-specific directory isolation (DAC)

Problem Addressed

Organizations routinely transfer sensitive data over insecure channels, creating exposure to interception and tampering. This project explores secure design principles for client–server exchange.

System Design

  • Custom TCP client–server architecture in Python
  • User authentication & directory isolation (DAC)

Security Controls

  • Encrypted communication channel
  • Data‑integrity validation during transfer

Key Takeaways

  • Practical application of security theory into hardened code
  • Exposure to threat modeling and secure coding practices
  • Improved understanding of reliability and trust boundaries in networked systems
đź“Ž View Source Code on GitHub

🛡️ Labs & Applied Coursework

Incident Response & Forensics (NIST SP 800‑61)

Executed full IR lifecycle after simulated brute‑force: recon detection with Nmap, log analysis, volatile data collection (netstat), and GPO remediation.

Operating System Hardening & Policy Enforcement

Strengthened Windows/Linux security baselines via Group Policy Objects, authentication auditing, and attack surface reduction using iptables.

Network Defense & Firewall Security (pfSense)

Applied defense‑in‑depth via firewall rule design, disabling insecure protocols, and configuring SSH for encrypted administrative access using pfSense.

Intrusion Detection & Packet Analysis (Snort / Wireshark)

Deployed Snort IDS and analyzed PCAP traffic using tcpdump and Wireshark to identify anomalous behavior and brute‑force attempts.

Disaster Recovery & Data Resilience (CIA Triad)

Designed multi‑system backup strategies across Windows/Linux/BSD. Automated encrypted configuration transfers using WinSCP for ransomware resilience.

🧩 Professional Work Experience

Cardinal Housing, LLC | Estate Fiduciary

Jacksonville, FL | 2012 – 2024 (Closed)

  • Operational Management & Fiduciary Trust: Managed a self-owned real estate portfolio for 12+ years and served as a fiduciary for two private estates, overseeing 100% of legal, financial, and physical asset distribution.
  • Compliance & Data Integrity: Ensured full adherence to housing regulations and probate laws through meticulous record-keeping, safeguarding sensitive financial documentation and confidential legal data.

BlueHub Capital (SUN) | Foreclosure Relief Underwriter

Boston, MA | 2021 – 2022

  • Supported internal bank examinations & compliance audits, safeguarding corporate financial interests through adherence to regulatory standards.
  • Redesigned loan origination system workflows to streamline processing, improving data integrity and operational efficiency.
  • Led deployment of a secure SMS communication platform, maintaining data protection and privacy compliance.

EverBank & TIAA Bank | Loss Mitigation Underwriter

Jacksonville, FL | 2017 – 2021

  • Reviewed complex loan files for adherence to federal requirements, mitigating potential financial risk exposures.
  • Maintained a 97% average on Quality Reports, ensuring compliance with Office the Currency (OCC) Consent Orders.
  • Managed a loan portfolio 3x the average workload, sustaining 95% accuracy through strong process management.

Everbank & Ditech Financial | SPOC Relationship Manager

Jacksonville, FL | 2011 – 2014

  • Managed client foreclosure prevention as a Single Point of Contact (SPOC), coordinating resolution across cross-functional internal teams within regulated financial environments.
  • Directed a high-volume loss mitigation pipeline, exceeding investor rate benchmarks by 30% through workflow optimization and quality testing.
  • Maintained a 99% average quality score on monitoring reports, ensuring strict data integrity and compliance standards.

Americorps Habitat For Humanity | Construction Leader

Jacksonville, FL | 2009 – 2011

  • Led up to 150+ individuals daily in regulated, safety-critical environments, enforcing policies and task integrity across diverse teams.
  • Worked with stakeholders across executive and court-mandated populations, requiring clear communication and controlled access to shared resources.
  • Provided financial wellness coaching, reinforcing a fiduciary mindset around data integrity and risk management.