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Michael Placzek

Michael Placzek

Cybersecurity Specialist | Software Engineer

Technology / Internet

Park Ridge, Township of Maine, Cook

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Cybersecurity Specialist/Software Engineer with a BS/MS in Cybersecurity and Computer Science, passionate about building practical and high-impact SaaS solutions. Experienced in architecting and developing complete web applications using technologies like Go, Vue.js, and PostgreSQL, with a strong foundation in algorithms, system design, and containerization (Docker). Proven ability to tackle complex problems and collaborate effectively to deliver robust, scalable features. Eager to contribute to innovative projects and solve real-world challenges through technology.

Cybersecurity specialist
Software engineer
Saas developer
Web application developer
Approximate rate: USD$ 40 per hour

Experience

My professional experience includes an Information Technology Internship at Eli's Cheesecake Company during the summer of 2023. In this role, I applied critical thinking and analytical skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, effectively communicating with end-users. I contributed to infrastructure improvements focused on security and operational efficiency, collaborating on initiatives that resulted in a significant 300% improvement in the company's Microsoft Security Score, demonstrating a tangible impact on risk mitigation and security posture.

Education

My academic background includes a Master of Science in Computer Science (2025) from DePaul University, preceded by a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity (minor in Computer Science, 2023), also from DePaul, where I achieved Dean's List recognition multiple times.

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