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Michele Ferrari

@micheleferrari

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Computer engineering student and cybersecurity enthusiast skilled in practical CTFs.

Italy

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What I'm looking for

I seek hands-on cybersecurity roles where I can apply CTF-honed skills, contribute to secure product development, and grow through challenging, collaborative projects.

I am a computer engineering undergraduate at the University of Trento with a strong focus on cybersecurity, web security, and practical system defenses. I have hands-on experience with Python, Docker, and automation tools, and I enjoy applying these skills to real-world challenges.

I have competed at an elite level in Jeopardy-style CTFs (WPCTF2025) and completed multiple HackTheBox labs including FullHouse Pro and Solar Pro, demonstrating problem-solving under pressure. I also contributed a winning MVP at the SFSCON Bolzano hackathon.

My projects include developing an Android application for a social initiative (Votonaman?) and building an AI-driven gamified prototype to encourage collective climate action. I have practical internship experience as an IT Support Technician at Giordano Controls S.p.A., Verona.

I hold several certifications including HackTheBox lab completions, Google Automate with Python, Google Foundations of Cybersecurity, EC-Council Digital Forensics Essentials, and InfoSec Applied ChatGPT. I seek opportunities to deepen my cybersecurity practice and contribute to secure, user-focused products.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

IT Support Technician

Giordano Controls S.p.A.

Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Provided IT support during an internship, diagnosing and resolving hardware and software issues to maintain operational continuity for internal teams.

Troubleshooting Networking Customer Support Ticketing