Remote Cybersecurity Engineer & Homelab Enthusiast
I’m Pendot — a remote cybersecurity engineer, Linux server administrator, and network security specialist with over 16 years of hands-on experience in enterprise IT, cloud infrastructure, and operational enablement.
I’ve worked in high-stakes, mission-critical environments, keeping systems online, data secure, and networks bulletproof. My career journey includes:
- Operations Enablement Engineer – Configuring, testing, and optimizing global communication platforms for millions of users.
- Disaster Recovery Specialist – Designing and executing business continuity strategies.
- Infrastructure Engineer – Managing global server and network infrastructure.
- Enterprise Support Roles – Solving large-scale infrastructure challenges.
Technical Skills & Specializations
- Linux Systems & Open-Source Platforms – Proxmox, Unraid, Debian, Ubuntu, CentOS
- Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking – Network defense, penetration testing, WireGuard VPN, OPNsense firewall, VLAN segmentation
- Automation & Scripting – Python, Bash, PHP, MySQL troubleshooting
- Cloud & Virtualization – AWS basics, Docker containerization, ZFS storage management
- Business Continuity – Disaster recovery planning, failover system deployment
- DNS Security & Ad Blocking – Advanced DNS filtering using AdGuard Home and Pi-hole
Certifications: ITIL, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), CCNA, Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT. Currently completing CompTIA Linux+.
My Homelab – Powered by Proxmox, OPNsense & Unraid
My homelab is more than a personal server setup — it’s my cybersecurity training ground and enterprise-grade test environment.
- Core Server (GMKtec K8+)
- AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS, 64GB DDR5, 1TB NVMe SSD
- Proxmox hypervisor running Unraid on ZFS storage
- HDD storage: 1TB, 4TB, and 16TB drives
- Services: Docker containers, NAS, VPN concentrator, VLAN segmentation, Jellyfin media server, DNS filtering with AdGuard Home & Pi-hole
- Network Infrastructure
- OPNsense firewall for segmentation, VPN tunneling & intrusion prevention
- 8-Port 2.5GbE managed switch
- Raspberry Pi 4B for DNS filtering, penetration testing, and automation scripts
Work & Office Setup 🛠️
Office Gear
- MacBook Air (M4) – Daily workhorse
- Dell UltraSharp 27” Monitor – High-resolution workspace
- Logitech MX Keys + MX Master 3S – Productivity combo
- Rode NT-USB Mini – Studio-quality calls & recording
- APC UPS – Power backup for 24/7 uptime
Personal Gear
- iPhone 15 Pro – Always-connected admin tool
- Apple Watch Ultra – Notifications, fitness, and uptime tracking
- Sony WH-1000XM5 – Noise-cancelling focus headset
Desktop Rig (Gaming, Testing & Dev)
- MSI B650 Gaming Plus WiFi
- AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
- 64GB DDR5 RAM
- NVIDIA RTX 4070 Super
- 4TB WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD
- Windows 11 Pro — 4K streaming, security sandbox, and virtual labs
Why I Stand Out
I combine offensive security skills (ethical hacking, penetration testing) with defensive architecture expertise (firewalls, segmentation, hardening).
I think like an attacker, act like a defender, and build resilient, high-performance systems that keep running while others are scrambling.
🕐 Availability: 5AM–12PM MYT (11PM–6AM EU Time) — perfect for UK/EU overnight remote support
💬 Languages: English, Bahasa Melayu
🌍 Open to: Remote full-time, part-time, or freelance cybersecurity and infrastructure roles
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