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Tanner Preissler

Cybersecurity • Networking • Programming

About Me

Tanner Preissler

Hello! I am Tanner Preissler, a graduate of Augusta University's School of Computer and Cyber Sciences with a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity. With a strong foundation in cybersecurity best practices, I am committed to securing digital environments and continuously advancing my technical skills. My education and hands-on experience have equipped me with expertise in network defense, scripting, automation, penetration testing, and cloud environments, along with proficiency in tools like Wireshark, Python, Metasploit, OpenVAS, and Microsoft Azure.



I enjoy problem-solving and am particularly passionate about defensive cyber operations, focusing on building resilient systems that protect against emerging threats. Looking forward, I am excited to apply what I have learned as well as develop new skills in real-world settings, collaborate with other professionals, and contribute to a secure digital landscape.

Education and Certifications

North Augusta High School (2017-2021)

GPA: 4.92


Augusta University (2021-2024)

School of Computer and Cyber Sciences,
Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity,
GPA: 3.97, Summa Cum Laude


Certifications

CompTIA Security+ (2025)

Skills

Security Tools

Wireshark, Snort, OpenVAS, Metasploit, Microsoft Azure, VirtualBox, VMware, Nessus


Programming & Scripting

Python, SQL, C#, HTML, CSS


Operating Systems

Kali Linux, Windows 10/11, Windows Server


Databases

Excel, Access, MySQL


Other

Microsoft Office Suite, Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code


Projects

Nessus Essentials Lab

This project documents a vulnerability assessment performed from Nessus, running on a local host, against a single Windows 10 virtual machine configured on a Host‑Only network. The goal is to discover, analyze, and report vulnerabilities.

Github Link: Nessus-Essentials-Lab


Contact Information

Email

tannerapreissler@gmail.com


LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/tannerpreissler


Github

github.com/tpreissler