Cybersecurity Learning Journey¶
David Candela Martínez
CompTIA Security+ · ISC2 CC · Google Cybersecurity Certificate Transitioning into cybersecurity after 13 years at Apple
Current Focus¶
- TryHackMe SOC Level 1 Path — Daily training
- SOC Analyst Level 1 (SAL1) Certification — In progress
- Cyber Security 101 (SEC1) Certification - In Progress
- Splunk Fundamentals — Building SIEM skills
- Building my own GitHub repository - Security portfolio
Certifications¶
In Progress: Cyber Security 101 (SEC1) · SOC Analyst Level 1 (SAL1) — TryHackMe
Learning Log¶
January 2026¶
- Completed pawaTech Security Analyst interview. I received constructive feedback on building hands-on operational experience.
- Started SEC1 and SAL1 certification path.
- Began Splunk free training courses.
March 2026¶
- Build up from the ground up this site using MkDocs and my GitHub repository.
- Trained with Nmap, Tcpdump and Wireshark tools.
- Completed the Computer Fundamentals, Netorking, Operating System Basics and Attack and Defenses THM modules.
- Currently at 106 streak of days in TryHackMe.
Skills¶
Technical
SIEM (Splunk)
Log Analysis
Alert Triage
Incident Response
MITRE ATT&CK Framework
Linux
SQL
Python
Network Security
Cryptography
Platforms & Tools
TryHackMe
Splunk
Wireshark
Nmap
Tcpdump
Connect With Me¶
- davidcandelamartinez@icloud.com
Why This Site?
This site documents my transition into cybersecurity. The wins, the challenges, and everything I learn along the way. If you're on a similar journey, feel free to connect.
Last updated: March 2026