About

Hi, I’m Ethan Anderson

I am a Computer Science student at Florida State University who loves breaking problems into parts, learning, and putting my skills to use. My focus is cybersecurity, especially network security and cryptography. I compete in CTFs, build tools, and keep learning every day.

What I am working toward

Cybersecurity analyst or engineer roles that mix detection, tooling, and hands-on testing.
Solid fundamentals across systems, networks, and software.

Skills

Languages: C, C++, Python, Java, C#, Rust, SQL
Security tools: Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Wireshark, Ghidra, Autopsy/TSK, Hashcat, John the Ripper, Hydra, Volatility 3, zsteg, Netcat
Tech and platforms: Git, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, React, MongoDB, Relational Databases, SageMath
Spoken: English (native), German (intermediate)
Networking: TCP/IP, IPv4 and IPv6, subnets, VLANs, routing, switching, NAT, VPN, 802.11
Monitoring: Wireshark, tcpdump, tshark, SNMP

Personal Interests

Hiking and Travel: I have been to over 20 US national parks, I enjoy hiking and camping with my girlfriend. Hardware: I have a deep passion for computer hardware. I have been taking apart and learning about components for over 15 years (ever since I was a kid). Computer hardware gave me my love for systems and networks. Games: Avid gamer and collector. I have a collection of over 500 physical games and over 30 consoles.

Favorite games all-time include:

Garry’s Mod, Watch Dogs 1 & 2 (not Legion), New Super Mario Bros. Wii, Super Smash Brothers Melee, and Super Smash Brothers Ultimate.

Favorite consoles:

PSone, PS2, GBA, Wii, N64

Activities and Leadership

nol3ptr CTF Team at FSU: Active competitor (username: ninelb)
FSU Surf Club: Event Coordinator
FSU ACM, Cybersecurity Club, Cloud Club

Competitions

FSU ACM Programming Contest:
- 4th place Spring 2024
- Proctor Fall 2024 and Spring 2025
- Question Writer Fall 2025
FSU CTF Contest: 2nd place Spring 2025