Michael Pearse

Michael Pearse is a Senior Security Researcher at Microsoft, where they focus on macOS security, particularly in prevention and detection against malware and exploits. With a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from Florida State University, Michael has built a strong career in vulnerability research and exploitation across various platforms. Their previous roles include Senior Vulnerability Researcher at Vulnerability Research Labs and Lead of Vulnerability Research at ManTech International Corporation, where they emphasized collaboration and team morale. Michael’s extensive technical skills include reverse engineering, malware research, and the development of security mitigations.