Maximilian Jansen
Computer Science @ WPI | Cybersecurity & Full-Stack Developer
About Me
I am a Computer Science undergraduate (Class of 2028) at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). I have a strong foundation in systems programming and cybersecurity, with a passion for building practical tools.
Get to Know Me
Learn more about my interests and what drives me outside of work
Technical Skills
Languages
Python • Java • C • C++ • JavaScript • HTML • CSS • SQL • Bash
Frameworks & Tools
Next.js • Tailwind CSS • Django • Pandas • NumPy • Git • Azure • Docker • VS Code • IntelliJ • JUnit
Security
Microsoft Defender • Ninja One • Reverse Engineering • Cryptography (CTF)
Education
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)
BS in Computer Science
2024 – 2028
Relevant Coursework:
Work Experience
Cyber Security Intern
Prestige Financial Services
May 2025 – Aug 2025
- Developed an active risk register categorizing 30+ potential cybersecurity risks
- Created a critical device register to prioritize asset assessment during outages
- Authored weekly cybersecurity briefings to educate staff on current threats
Web Development Intern
CORE Sciences
Jun 2023 – Aug 2023
- Built interactive website functions using HTML/CSS/JS, increasing user engagement by 10%
- Developed scalable templates to streamline future development
Engineering Intern
University of Utah
Jun 2022 – Jul 2022
- Assisted PhD students with structural engineering research and BRBF testing
- Organized STEM summer programs for 50+ students
Projects
A web portal developed to connect WPI research professors with undergraduate students seeking research opportunities.
Chrome New Tab Extension
Developed a custom browser extension using JavaScript and interact.js featuring draggable widgets for weather, time, and productivity tools.
Stock Tracker
Simple TUI application to track stock prices and schedule a task in the terminal.
WPI Cybersecurity Club
Active member participating in Capture the Flag (CTF) events. Completed 65 PicoCTFs focusing on forensics and reverse engineering.
