Tiago Pascoal
About Tiago Pascoal
Tiago Pascoal is a Junior Application Security Engineer with a background in cybersecurity and red teaming. He has experience as an Assistant Tutor at WMG, University of Warwick, and has participated in various cybersecurity competitions, achieving notable rankings.
Work at M-KOPA
Tiago Pascoal currently serves as a Junior Application Security Engineer at M-KOPA. He has been in this role since 2022, contributing to the company's efforts in enhancing application security. His responsibilities include identifying vulnerabilities and implementing security measures to protect applications from potential threats.
Education and Expertise
Tiago Pascoal studied at Coventry University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Ethical Hacking & Cybersecurity from 2019 to 2022. His education provided a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and practices. He has developed expertise in red teaming and has participated in various cybersecurity competitions, showcasing his skills in the field.
Background
Tiago Pascoal began coding at the age of 12, indicating an early interest in technology and computer science. He has held multiple roles in academia and industry, including positions as a Graduate Teaching Fellow and Student Proctor at Coventry University, as well as a Technical Skills Instructor at the Institute of Coding.
Achievements in Cybersecurity Competitions
Tiago has demonstrated significant skills in cybersecurity competitions. He placed 14th in the Red Team Village CTF Finals 2020 and ranked 33rd out of 594 participants in the Hack The Box Uni CTF 2021. Additionally, he achieved 3rd place in the NotPinkCon CTF 2020, reflecting his competitive abilities and knowledge in the field.
Current Role at WMG, University of Warwick
Since 2023, Tiago Pascoal has been working as an Assistant Tutor at WMG, University of Warwick. In this role, he engages with students and supports their learning in the field of cybersecurity, contributing to their educational development and understanding of the subject.