Maxime Leblanc
About Maxime Leblanc
Maxime Leblanc is an Information Security Specialist with extensive experience in applied computer security and a strong academic background in E-Commerce and Computer Science. He has participated in various hacking events and currently works at Poka Inc. in Quebec, Canada.
Work at Poka
Maxime Leblanc has been employed at Poka Inc. as an Information Security Specialist (SecOps) since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for engaging in threat modeling and penetration testing, which are critical components of maintaining the organization's security posture. His position allows him to apply his extensive knowledge of applied computer security and Linux systems to protect the company's information assets.
Education and Expertise
Maxime Leblanc holds multiple degrees in the field of computer science and business. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computer Science from Université de Sherbrooke from 2008 to 2012. He then pursued a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance at Université Laval from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, he completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce at Université Laval from 2014 to 2017, which included a semester as an exchange student at Koç Üniversitesi in Istanbul.
Background
Maxime Leblanc's academic journey began at Polyvalente Deux-Montagnes, where he completed his secondary education. He transitioned into higher education, first studying Computer Science and later specializing in E-Commerce and Information Security. His early career included a position as an Academic Assistant at Université Laval's Département d'Informatique et de Génie Logiciel in 2014, where he contributed for eight months. He also worked as a Software Programmer at Gurit from 2010 to 2012 in Magog, QC.
Achievements in Hacking Events
Maxime Leblanc actively participates in various hacking events, including Hackfest, NorthSec, and Hack in Paris/Nuit du Hack. These events provide opportunities for him to enhance his skills in applied computer security and network with other professionals in the field. His involvement in these events reflects his commitment to staying current with industry trends and challenges.