Giacomo Pope is a principal security consultant specializing in applied cryptography, combining seven years of industry experience with a PhD in theoretical and mathematical physics. He co-founded CryptoHack, a widely used platform that has grown to 17.6k users and 140+ cryptography challenges, demonstrating his ability to translate deep theory into engaging, practical learning tools. At NCC Group he has progressed through senior and managing consultant roles into the Cryptography Services team, advising on real-world crypto security and assessments. His background blends rigorous academic training from Cambridge and Liverpool with hands-on engineering experience at organisations like Northrop Grumman, giving him a rare mix of theoretical insight and operational security practice.
7 years of coding experience
3 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Theoretical and Mathematical Physics, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Theoretical and Mathematical Physics at University of Liverpool
Master's degree Theoretical and Mathematical Physics, Master's degree Theoretical and Mathematical Physics at University of Cambridge
Master's degree Physics, Master's degree Physics at University of Exeter
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Giacomo Pope - Principle Security Consultant at CryptoHack