Barry Wallace

Hey there! I’m Barry, a cybersecurity enthusiast with a growing focus on defensive security and SOC operations. After completing the Google IT Support Specialist certification, I dove into hands-on learning by building my own virtual SOC lab from the ground up featuring Active Directory, Splunk, and a custom-built Arch Linux analysis system loaded with tools like Snort, Wireshark, and Metasploit.I’m passionate about log analysis, threat detection, and automating defensive workflows. My current project involves simulating real world attack scenarios, detecting them in Splunk, and tuning my environment to respond like a true blue teamer.Outside of the lab, I’m committed to continuous learning and making cybersecurity more accessible. I document everything I build to share with others who are walking a similar path.Let’s connect if you’re into blue teaming, SOC workflows, or want to nerd out about lab builds!