Hi, I'm Gage Ayala

With many years of hands-on experience in Tech and Cyber Security, I've built my career on a foundation of relentless curiosity, strategic problem-solving, and precision execution. My expertise spans both offensive and defensive security domains, with a deep focus on penetration testing, red team operations, and modern network defense strategies. I bring a threat-informed mindset to every engagement, driven to understand, outpace, and outsmart adversaries.

Throughout my professional journey, I've engineered secure and scalable network environments using VLAN segmentation, deployed hardened Next-Gen firewalls, and integrated virtual private networks along with Active Directory hardening to ensure maximum security.

For a personal project I've also developed a fully modular AI-driven assistant designed to automate reconnaissance, monitor network activity, manage VPN operations, and provide real-time threat response, bridging cutting-edge technology with practical cybersecurity defense.

I consistently sharpen my skills through active participation in competitive cybersecurity events, most recently the TryHackMe Hackfinity Battle, where I assessed critical vulnerabilities in web exploitation, privilege escalation, OSINT, and real-time threat analysis under pressure. These experiences not only deepened my technical toolkit but also reinforced my adaptability and strategic thinking in dynamic threat environments.

Whether leading simulated breaches, automating security operations, or architecting layered defenses, I bring a forward-thinking approach grounded in practical expertise and a passion for continuous improvement. I don't just respond to threats, I prepare for them.