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Portrait of Merdi L. Vuvu

Honor Society® member

Merdi L. Vuvu

  • University of North Carolina at Pembroke
  • cybersecurity
  • Class of 2028
  • Pembroke, NC

Member since December 2025

About

Motivated Junior IT professional and aspiring cybersecurity specialist with a strong commitment to self-directed learning, analytical thinking, and structured problem solving. Actively strengthening technical expertise through Cisco Networking Academy, Coursera, and continuous independent study in networking, systems, and cybersecurity fundamentals.

Recognized as a lifelong learner, I approach challenges with a methodical mindset—analyzing problems, identifying risks, and developing effective, practical solutions. I value academic excellence, ethical responsibility, and continuous improvement, with a long-term goal of contributing to secure, resilient, and trustworthy digital environments.

Education

  • University of North Carolina at Pembroke

    cybersecurity

    2025 – Present

Goals and interests

Career goal

- Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker
- Cloud Security Engineer
- Incident Response / DFIR Specialist
- Software Developer
- Data Scientist

Graduate school interests

1. Dual-Degree & Interdisciplinary Programs (Cyber + Business/Management)

2. Cybersecurity Risk & Management Master’s (Blends Strategy + Business)

3. Business-Cyber Hybrid Programs Abroad (International Options)

Outside the classroom

- Fighting Sports (boxing, mma, etc…)
- Soccer
- Swinging
- Poultry
- Documentaries, Movies, Tv Shows and Animes
- Cooking

Experience

  • Food Service Worker

    Aramark Collegiate Hosptality

    Jun 2025 – Present

  • Cashier/Food Service Worker

    Sodexo Collegiate Hosptality

    Feb 2025 – May 2025

Languages

  • French (France) Fluent
  • English (US) Intermediate
  • Spanish (Spain) Beginner