Theo Maurino
Fullstack engineer, ethical hacker, generational talent, pathologically humble.
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thjmaurino (@) gmail (dot) com
THEO MAURINO
Hello! Thanks for visiting my site. My name is Theo Maurino. I’m a fullstack developer who is deeply passionate about security in the software engineering lifecycle. I love building software and digital tools, and I have several projects that prove it.
I’ve been programming since I was 10 years old, starting off building little math tools in Python, but always dreaming of something bigger. Today, I’m a CS student at Northwestern University, and I’m still building. I co-founded a cybersecurity startup providing pro-bono posture analyses to local businesses in Evanston, IL, while certifying students for free. I’ve built social media apps, productivity tools, and a litany of other projects with a variety of tech stacks.
I have a passion for software engineering that truly eclipses all my other interests, but on the rare occasion that I’m not coding, you’ll probably find me reading a collection of short stories, playing Catan, chess, or cribbage, or cooking with friends.
PROJECTS
December, 2024
Locket Cybersecurity Website
Built the website for my cybersecurity startup. Used React.JS, Next.JS, and TailwindCSS. Site communicates with a backend built on AWS and is hosted using Vercel.
January, 2025
GymBuddies
Built a social media application based around logging and sharing workouts with friends. User can log excercises, connect with friends, and get notified when a friend is working out.
January, 2025
Algorithm Visualizer
Built an algorithm visualizer to demonstrate my knowledge of data structures and algorithms, as well as to make a fun playground for seeing how different algorithms actually work. I regularly update with new algorithms.
April, 2024
CanvAssist
Built full stack application during Northwestern Wildhacks 2024. CanvAssist is an (unpublished) AI-powered to-do list and assignment scheduler. Built with Python and JavaScript, integrating the OpenAI and Instructure Canvas APIs.
July, 2024
Catan Board Generator
Developed an algorithm to create a balanced and fun board layout for the game 'Catan'. Built the web app in one day using React.js, Photoshop, Vite, and CSS.
March, 2024
Python Web Address Scanner
Built a simple domain name scanner that automatically makes certain checks and requests to determine information about an IP address or web server. Useful applications could include pentesting and security research.
December, 2024
Cooper Raposo Architecture Portfolio
Hired to build a custom simple portfolio website for architect Cooper Raposo. Site yet unfinished as Raposo determines the content he wants visible.
February, 2024
George Michael Twitter Bot
Built an automatic Twitter bot, with Python and Twitter API, that tweeted out each line spoken by the character George Michael from the show Arrested Development. Eventually took the bot down to clean up Cron jobs.
February, 2024
SimpleDB
Built a simple database management system in Java, known as the SimpleDB project. Learned a lot about efficient data management by building histograms, query engines, data storage and searching trees, and every other key part of a database management system.
WORK HISTORY
January 2024 — Present
Locket Cybersecurity
Co-Founder/Co-CTO
Founded a startup working to decrease the burden of entry to cybersecurity from both directions by certifying students with the Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, and providing cybersecurity audits to local businesses—all completely for free.
March 2023 — June 2024
Block Museum of Art, Northwestern University
Research Aide
Worked closely alongside curatorial management staff on priority projects. Managed and lead alt text development and object categorization for >1,000 individual pieces of fine art. Leveraged technological experties to improve museum efficiency and streamline museum operations
June 2021 — September 2023
Berkshire Food Co-Op
Cashier, Wellness Team Member
Provided customer service and professional communication for this busy independent co-op grocery. Handled invoice management and product maintenance. Frequently delegated to other departments due to adaptability and reliability.
July 2019 — August 2020
Edgi Learning
Discussion Leader, Senior Advisor
Worked with startup founder to restructure course offerings and systems. Conducted online seminars educating high school students in technology and the future of work. Assisted in writing elements of Edgi's pitch deck to share with investors.