Hey, I’m Ranger! 🎖️
Security researcher, CTF enthusiast, and lifelong learner based in Ireland. I document my cybersecurity journey through writeups, tutorials, and lessons learned.
“I’m not Russian. I’m a Ranger.”
What I Do
- 🔐 Penetration Testing - Learning offensive security techniques
- 🏁 CTF Challenges - TryHackMe, HackTheBox, and more
- 📝 Technical Writing - Sharing knowledge through blog posts
- 🖥️ Home Lab - Running Tor relays, VMs, and security experiments
- 🎓 Student - Master’s in Cybersecurity
CTF Profiles
TryHackMe
| Stat | Value |
|---|
| Username | rangersmyth |
| Rank | Top 9% |
| Rooms Completed | 33+ |
| Badges | 7 |
HackTheBox
Current Focus
- 📚 Master’s in Cybersecurity (University of Galway)
- 🎯 eJPT Certification Path
- 🛠️ Building RangerPlex security platform
- 🌐 Running CipherStream Tor relay
Tech Stack
| Category | Tools |
|---|
| OS | macOS, Kali Linux (UTM), Ubuntu |
| Pentesting | Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, Gobuster |
| Scripting | Python, Bash |
| Notes | Obsidian |
| Hardware | M4 Max MacBook Pro, M3 Pro MacBook Pro |
Projects
| Project | Description |
|---|
| CipherStream | Tor middle relay supporting privacy worldwide |
| RangerPlex | Integrated security platform (Master’s thesis) |
| RangerBlock | P2P blockchain network |
Connect
Certifications (In Progress)
- eJPT (eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester)
- CompTIA Security+
- OSCP (future goal)
Rangers lead the way! 🍀