{Aaron Solis}

Computer Science Student & Cybersecurity Enthusiast

University of Texas at San Antonio

Computer Science • Cybersecurity Minor • GPA: 3.97/4.0

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I am a Computer Science student with a strong interest in understanding how real systems work. My background centers on programming, operating systems, networking, and security, with hands-on experience in Linux environments and low-level development.

I am drawn to work that sits close to system behavior. I enjoy building software, investigating failures, and reasoning about how programs interact with memory, operating systems, and networks under real conditions.

As an early-career engineer, I value environments that encourage curiosity, mentorship, and rigorous technical thinking. I am seeking opportunities where I can continue developing strong fundamentals while contributing to meaningful and technically challenging problems.

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Systems Security

System Exploitation

8/8 Systems Compromised

Exploitation of x86/x64 Linux systems using memory corruption vulnerabilities

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Compromised 8 systems using buffer overflows, format strings, and ROP chaining
Bypassed ASLR, NX, and stack canaries with custom exploit development
Implemented persistence via backdoors and rootkit techniques
Developed automation scripts for scalable exploitation

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CPythonGDBBashxxdIDA Pro

Low-level system vulnerabilities and behavior.

Custom shellcode and exploitation scripts developed for this project are available for discussion upon request.

Conducted in a controlled academic lab environment.

Wireless Security

WEP/WPA2 Insecurity Analysis

12 APs Analyzed

Comprehensive analysis of 802.11 encryption weaknesses through active attacks

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Analyzed 12 WEP/WPA access points using Kismet reconnaissance
Modified Aircrack-ng source code for hidden SSID extraction
Executed ChopChop, ARP replay, and fake authentication attacks
Achieved 75% WEP, 40% WPA cracking success using GPU acceleration

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Aircrack-ngKismetWiresharkHashcatNmap

Network protocol behavior and trust assumptions.

Security Consulting

Nonprofit Security Audit

NIST IR 7621

Enterprise-grade cybersecurity audit following federal guidelines

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Performed a comprehensive cybersecurity audit aligned with NIST IR 7621 guidelines
Evaluated organizational security controls, policies, and technical safeguards
Identified high-risk security gaps and control deficiencies using industry-standard risk assessment methods
Developed a tailored compliance checklist and prioritized remediation roadmap
Presented executive-level findings and mitigation strategies to organizational leadership

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NIST Cybersecurity FrameworkNIST SP 800-30NIST SP 800-53MITRE ATT&CK

Security governance and organizational risk awareness

Project conducted under a non-disclosure agreement.

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Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union

Fraud Analyst Intern

May 2025 - August 2025 • San Antonio, TX

Mapped 37 high-dollar fraud cases into enterprise risk assessments, improving threat visibility
Performed root cause analysis aligning with ERM and NCUA standards
Investigated Verafin/Actimize alerts, validating anomalies through pattern analysis

UTSA Doe Medal Research Lab

Research Assistant

August 2024 - May 2025 • San Antonio, TX

Implemented predictive maintenance algorithms for IoT robotics using machine learning
Collaborated on AI/ML solutions for embedded systems integration
Developed research papers and technical documentation

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Always curious about how systems actually work!

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