Learning Enthusiast
I’m Rômulo—former research scientist diving deep into cybersecurity. From low-level code to CTFs and red teaming, I’m learning, hacking, and growing every day.
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Aspiring Pentester/Red Teamer
What I’m working on
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Projects
Controlled Source Eletromagnetic Method
This was the main focus of my work as a Junior Researcher. It’s where I truly learned how to learn, developing core technical skills in C++ and Fortran (F90), as well as essential collaboration skills through team-based research. I also deepened my understanding of advanced physics and gained experience in...
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Getting 100 ctfs done in PicoCTF
I’ve set a personal goal to complete 100 Capture the Flag (CTF) challenges on PicoCTF to sharpen my penetration testing skills. So far, I’ve completed 10 beginner-level challenges and continue to practice daily. Each challenge helps me deepen my understanding of core cybersecurity concepts, and I’m committed to progressing to...
Achieving my Certified Ethical Hacker | CEH
Achieved the internationally recognized Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification, which validates hands-on skills in penetration testing, vulnerability analysis, and offensive security techniques. This credential demonstrates the ability to identify weaknesses in systems and networks, apply ethical hacking methodologies, and recommend effective defense strategies. What makes this achievement even more meaningful...
Experience
Internship in Lead Development Manager (LDM)
Orange Business Services, InternPetrópolis, RJ, Brazil | July, 2022 - November, 2022
During the pandemic, I began an internship at Orange Business Services on the Lead Development Management team. While I appreciated the company culture and environment, I found that the role didn’t align with my desire for a more technical position related to my field of study at the time.
Junior Researcher
Laboratório Nacional de Computação Científica (LNCC), Junior ResearcherPetrópolis, RJ, Brazil | February, 2023 - August, 2025
During university, I spent two years as an Undergraduate Researcher through a Scientific Initiation program. After graduating, my passion for learning and technical knowledge earned me a position as a Junior Researcher at the National Laboratory for Scientific Computing (LNCC). There, I sharpened my research skills and published four articles at the High Performance Regional School (ERAD-RJ). I also gained experience in low-level programming languages such as C++ and Fortran (F90), and worked on integrating AI into oil prospecting processes using Deep Operator Networks (DeepONets).
Internship as Software Developer
Mentorapp, InternPetrópolis, RJ, Brazil | October, 2021 - July, 2022
This internship marked the beginning of my learning journey. I gained hands-on experience with technologies such as Python, Haskell, Neo4j, SQL, and many others. As a software developer, I contributed to integrating AI solutions to automate labeling and generate recommendations for customers. I also developed essential soft skills, including communication, customer support, and proactivity.
Certifications
Badges & Skills
Education
Bachelor degree in Computer Engineering
Universidade Católica de Petrópolis (UCP) February, 2020 - December, 2024I have studied for 5 years in the Catholic University of Petrópolis (UCP). There I learned crucial skills not only in the cybersecurity field, but also in programming, calculus and physics.