McKeegan Curran

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About

McKeegan Curran is a dedicated Cybersecurity Analyst at Caterpillar. With a strong background in both development and penetration testing, McKeegan continuously seeks to deepen his expertise in cybersecurity. His enthusiasm for technology drives him to undertake diverse projects, which enhance both his technical skills and his ability to think critically about security challenges. Through his work, McKeegan aims to contribute to safer digital environments and enjoys sharing his insights and experiences with the broader tech community.

Pentester & Developer.

McKeegan is a Cybersecurity Analyst at Caterpillar, with a passion for development and pen testing he is always exploring and working on new projects to build his experience and portfolio.

  • Website: kbots.tech
  • City: Peoria, IL

McKeegan Curran possesses a dynamic set of technical skills, honed through both academic pursuits and real-world experience. His proficiency in Python and JavaScript is complemented by a robust understanding of cybersecurity principles, making him adept at writing secure code. McKeegan's skills extend to comprehensive network management and penetration testing, where he employs his knowledge to identify and remedy vulnerabilities. Additionally, his capability in Linux CLI and C++ showcases his versatility and readiness to tackle complex computing challenges.

Skills

While Keegan is constantly developing new skills and tackling new projects and ideas, below is a list of his preferred technologies and softwares.

Python 95%
Javascript 80%
Fiddler Everywhere85%
HTML 80%
C++ 90%
Linux CLI 70%

Resume

McKeegan Curran is an accomplished Cybersecurity Analyst whose academic and professional journeys reflect a deep commitment to technology and security. At Caterpillar, McKeegan has been instrumental in leading internal red team engagements and enhancing security protocols. His role as a GIS Intern at the same company allowed him to significantly improve operational efficiency through automation and data analysis, solidifying his reputation as a skilled problem solver and innovator in technology.

Sumary

McKeegan Curran

Dedicated Cybersecurity Developer with a strong proficiency in Python, Penetration Testing, and Network Management. With an extensive background in software development and automation, complemented by hands-on real world experience applying these skills outside the classroom.

Education

Computer Information Systems

2020 - 2024

Bradley University, Peoria IL

Minor Cybersecurity

2020 - 2024

Bradley University, Peoria IL

Professional Experience

CyberSecurity Analyst

2024 - Present

Caterpillar

  • Led internal red team engagements
  • Worked on implementation of new internal procedures

GIS Intern

2022-2024

Caterpillar

  • Developed internal power automate workflows
  • Automated monthly slide deck creation
  • Created PowerBI Dashboards used for Customer Experience data analytics
  • Led a vendor run red team engagement

Portfolio

From finding vulnerabilities to mobile app development and web design there's always something new to be found.

  • All
  • Cybersecurity
  • Development
  • Hardware