BSc Computer Engineering with Cyber Security and Networks
Modules: Linear Algebra & Probability, Connected Devices, Network Infrastructure, Engineering Economics, Cybersecurity, Computer Systems Administration (Linux specialism).
Alex Campbell
Curriculum vitae
- Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland
- hi@alexcampbell.ie
- github.com/alexcampbell-ie
Profile
Computer engineering student with a hands-on homelab and a background in fast-paced, customer-facing work. Studying networking, cyber security, and Linux systems administration at TUS Athlone, and learning C++ to program boards I solder myself. I run a homelab on my own hardware to self-host open-source services and local LLMs, and to build practical skills in Docker, containers, virtualisation, secure tunnels, domain management, and authentication. The "cloud" I work with is one I designed and built myself. International hospitality and retail work in Ireland and France has given me strong communication skills, multilingual customer service experience, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
Privacy technology enthusiast. Self-hosting, Linux, and open-source software.
Key skills
- Networking
- Networking fundamentals and infrastructure, from coursework and the homelab.
- Cyber security
- Cyber security coursework; tunnels, OAuth authentication, and reducing exposed services in the homelab.
- Linux and systems administration
- Linux, Proxmox VE, Docker, LXC containers, and virtualisation, used daily in the homelab and in coursework.
- Self-hosting
- Tailscale, Cloudflare Tunnels, domain management, GitHub OAuth, and self-hosted FOSS services, all in the homelab.
- Embedded and hardware
- C++ for programming boards I solder; soldering.
- AI
- Running local LLMs on limited hardware in the homelab.
- Interpersonal
- Clear communication, multilingual customer service, teamwork and leadership, organisation, and adaptability, from hospitality and retail work.
- First aid and emergency response
- Lifeguard and emergency first aid trained (see Certifications).
Education
Further education
QQI Level 5, Computer Systems & Networks
Secondary education
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate.
Higher Level: Computer Science, Business Management.
Standard Level: Film, Language & Literature, French, Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches.
Experience
Seasonal, Hardware and Building
The section covers construction materials, gardening, garden power tools and hardware, and sheds.
- Advise customers on products and materials for their projects, from building supplies to garden equipment and sheds.
- Trained in paint mixing, including colour matching for customer orders.
- Trained on tills and cash handling, and in explaining in-store customer finance options.
- Keep the section stocked, tidy, and well presented, and support the team through busy seasonal peaks.
Restaurant Waiter, Barman & Host
- Welcomed guests, managed seating, and maintained the restaurant and buffet presentation.
- Took orders and processed payments in English and French.
- Moved between roles as needed to keep service running smoothly at peak times.
Restaurant Waiter, Barman & Host
- Hosted guests, handled deliveries, and provided food and beverage service in a busy environment.
- Served international customers in French, with basic Arabic and Italian.
- Worked independently and handled unexpected problems professionally.
Projects
- Homelab: A self-built private cloud running open-source services on low-power hardware.
Full project details: alexcampbell.ie/projects
Languages
- English
- Native
- Persian (Farsi)
- Native
- French
- Intermediate (conversational)
- Arabic
- Basic
Certifications
- Qualified Lifeguard
- PADI Open Water Diver
- Emergency First Aid and AED Use (DCAS)
Awards and interests
- Gaisce / Duke of Edinburgh's International Award: Bronze, Silver, and Gold
- Interests: Privacy technology, self-hosting, fitness, swimming, diving