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  • $50 hourly
    Make information security a differentiator! I have the ability to translate complex compliance requirements into clear and concise language that resonates with the business. I am a certified senior professional specializing in implementing and operating various security frameworks, including the ISO 27000 family, SOC 2, PCI, GDPR, HIPAA and CMMC. With a proven track record of successful certification projects, I can help your business achieve compliance while reducing risk. In addition, I have experience working with several compliance platforms such as Thoropass, Drata, StrikeGraph and TrustCloud. Contact me to learn more and ask about my 10% referral discount.
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    Database
    Microsoft SQL Server
    SQL
    Security Framework
    NIST Cybersecurity Framework
    HIPAA
    GDPR
    NIST SP 800-53
    Data Privacy
    Information Security Audit
    Compliance
    Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
    ISO 27001
    SOC 2 Report
    Information Security Consultation
  • $50 hourly
    I'm a cyber security consultant that is conducting and leading security audits, penetration testing engagements, and red team engagements to a variety of companies, ranging from enterprise-level companies to small start-ups. Daily activities include, but are not limited to: penetration testing, red teaming, briefing, debriefing, other meetings. Previously I did infrastructure management at an enterprise-level company where I was administrating three (3) active directory forests and did host-based incident response. Certificates owned: [+] CCNA Routing and Switching 1 [+] Cisco Cyber Operations Introduction [+] Cisco Cyber Operations Essentials [+] Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT) from eLearnSecurity [+] Certified Professional Penetration Tester (eCPPT) from eLearnSecurity [+] Network Security Expert 1 (NSE 1) from Fortinet [+] Network Security Expert 2 (NSE 2) from Fortinet [+] Certified Network Security Professional (CNSS) from ICSI [+] Network Defense Professional (eNDP/PND) from eLearnSecurity [+] Introduction to Forensics from SecurityBlueTeam [+] Introduction to Threat Hunting from SecurityBlueTeam [+] Certified Red Team Professional [+] Certified Red Team Expert [+] Virtual Hacking Labs [+] Virtual Hacking Labs Advanced+ [+] Web Application Penetration Tester from eLearnSecurity [+] Red Team Operations - Windows Privilege Escalation from Sektor7 [+] Certified Enterprise Security Specialist (PACES) - Pentester Academy [+] Red Team Specialist - CyberWarfare [+] Certified Penetration Tester Extreme - eLearnSecurity [+] Certified Red Team Operator - Zero Point Security [+] Offensive Security Experienced Pentester (OSEP) - Offensive Security Volunteer at Hackout(a project/platform having a collaboration with CERT-RO) where I responsibly disclose vulnerabilities. Former contributor member/content creator at Try Hack Me.
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    Ethical Hacking
    Web Application Security
    Linux
    Information Security Audit
    OWASP
    Security Testing
    Information Security Consultation
    Security Assessment & Testing
    Network Security
    Application Security
    Network Penetration Testing
    Web App Penetration Testing
    Information Security
    Penetration Testing
    Vulnerability Assessment
  • $75 hourly
    ✅ Top Rated Expert ✅ 3000+ Hours ✅ Professional Penetration Tester Security researcher acknowledged by U.S Department of Defense (among other notable companies like AT&T, Semrush, Smule etc) for disclosing a number of vulnerabilities on DoDs systems via Hackerone bug bounty platform. For deliverables, professional reports are created,that will outline every vulnerability found, proofs-of-concept, and solutions on how to fix the discovered vulnerabilities. Each report not only meets but exceeds requirements for compliance auditors. Core competency is performing black and gray box testing on live web applications/networks or lab environments. Familiar with all common attack vectors and mitigation techniques, as well as finding unknown to public exploits known as 0days in web applications. Even though most of the work is confidential sample vulnerability report can be provided. Service Description 1)Web Application Penetration Testing based on OWASP TOP 10 2)Network Penetration Testing 3)Security Hardening Pentesting tools: BurpSuite Professional, OpenVAS, Nmap, Metasploit, Mimikatz, Impacket python framework
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    Web Application Security
    JavaScript
    Reverse Engineering
    Black Box Testing
    Security Testing
    Ethical Hacking
    Network Penetration Testing
    Network Security
    Malware
    Vulnerability Assessment
    Web App Penetration Testing
    Internet Security
    Penetration Testing
  • $125 hourly
    Do you want to sell Enterprise clients with confidence? Money-back guaranteed ISO 27001/SOC 2/FedRAMP/PCI projects and affordable virtual CISO (vCISO) service from the top (1M+ earnings) Security, Compliance, and Certification consultant on Upwork. 💪Facing the challenges of the security and privacy implications of AI products? -> Helped dozens of AI tech-focused SaaS solutions to address Enterprise requirements and score large clients. 😢Can you count the number of clients/prospects lost due to your company not providing the right answers to the questionnaires or not being certified for ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, or PCI-DSS? 😢Are you busy developing your product or business and don’t have time and resources to be consumed by compliance efforts and endless meetings, halting your production for months? 💰Do you want to save money by knowing the right approach, security tool, or solution? 💪Want to have continuous access to a certified, creditable security, compliance, and privacy professional to manage your security framework? -> Continous virtual CISO (vCISO / fractional CISO) service with affordable weekly payments! 💪💸Do you want to feel confident that your security project will be successful? --> ISO 27001/SOC 2/PCI-DSS Certification projects are delivered with a MONEY BACK GUARANTEE! If you don’t get certified, all my fees will be refunded! 😟Need world-class, battle-proof security and privacy policies? Maybe need it quickly? The kind of ones that have passed audits by KMPG, PWC, Deloitte, E&Y, Pepsi, Rolex, Uber, Verizon, Facebook, and many others? 🤔Already purchased a DIY compliance tool (Drata, Vanta, Thoropass/HeyLaika, Sprinto, OneTrust Compliance Automatization/Tugboat Logic, SecureFrame, Strike Graph, Audit Board, and so on) but don’t know the next step or don’t have time for it? 😱Do you want to ensure your remote work team works securely? 📣If you answered yes to any of the above, you can easily get it solved! Click on the green invite button located at the top right corner to invite or message me. 📣📣 Working with me, you will: ★ Get the burden of security and compliance management taken off your shoulder, so you can focus on building your company ★ Get an end-to-end, professionally managed service ★ Get a consultant aiming for long-term support and providing advice and services to enable you to achieve growth-phase plans and targets by establishing a solid security and governance framework to win Enterprise clients. 📣That is what my clients are saying about my work: 📣 “Attila was a massive time saver for our team. He quickly grasped our service and helped complete a security questionnaire for an important Enterprise client within short notice.” - CEO of GoCertify.me. “Attila is a pro-security consultant. He is your guy if you want to prepare, implement and achieve ISO 27001, SOC2, or other security certifications. We got our ISO 27001 certification completed with excellent results with the help and guidance from Attila.” CEO of Kendis.io Securing your business, passing security assessments by clients or prospects, and achieving a security certification (SOC 2 report, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, or FedRAMP) 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙗𝙚 𝙖 𝙘𝙪𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙚𝙭𝙚𝙧𝙘𝙞𝙨𝙚. 👌 --- My stats are: ✅Saved tens of thousands $$$$$ for clients, advising them on the right security tools, solutions, and approach ✅Enabled businesses to generate increases in ARR 💵 by getting them compliant and secure ✅#1 in Information Security and IT compliance categories (1M+ earned) ✅Supporting all time zones ✅Long-term engagements ✅Professional certifications (CISA, CISSP, ISO 27001 IA) Security questionnaire and vendor assessment tools: CyberGRX, Panorays, KY3P (S&P, PWC), RSM, CyberVadis, SIG, CAIQ, VAS, HECVAT, OneTrust, Compliance management tools: Drata, Vanta, Onetrust Compliance Automatization - Tugboat Logic, Sprinto, SecureFrame, Thoropass (HeyLaika), Trust Cloud, Strike Graph, Audit Board, ISMS.online, Instant27001.com Security/Compliance frameworks: ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, NIST CSF, TISAX, HIPAA, HITRUST CSF, GDPR, NERC, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, CMMC, CMMI, TX-RAMP, StateRAMP, AZ-RAMP, NY DFS 23 / NYCRR Part 500, PCI-DSS, FFIEC, C5, ENISA, Center of Information Security (CIS), IRAP. Projects not for me: ✖Asking to hack/crack/access someone else accounts, systems, social media, etc ✖Asking to fill security questionnaires, providing the appropriate answers but not implementing controls ✖Asking to create falsified audit or assessment reports
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    Certified Information Security Manager
    Artificial Intelligence
    SOC 2
    Information Security Audit
    Certified Information Systems Security Professional
    FedRAMP
    ISO 27001
    Security Assessment & Testing
    Penetration Testing
    Information Security Consultation
    IT Compliance Audit
    Cybersecurity Management
    Security Policies & Procedures Documentation
    Risk Assessment
    Information Security
  • $110 hourly
    Having spent around 7 years working in the IT industry I am a skilled security analyst capable of assessing even the most complex of web applications, networks and mobile applications. I've done penetration tests for multiple fortune 500 companies and during my time working at NorthState Technology Solutions' security consulting branch. I spent 2 years on Nike's internal penetration testing team and ended up becoming the lead of the Red Team and Purple Team program that was in-development. Lastly I built my own companies The Pentesters and ATL Tech Labs so I have a unique perspective that gives me insights as to what a business owner's objectives are as well as what the security analyst's objectives are and how to make those align. I am an OSCE (Offensive Security Certified Expert), OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), eMAPT (eLearnSecurity Mobile Application Penetration Tester) and OSWP (Offensive Security Wireless Professional) so you know before you even see my work that I am qualified and able to simulate an attacker using the most up-to-date and bleeding edge tactics/techniques. During my free time I present to the Kennesaw State University Information Security Club, I work on bug bounty programs, capture-the-flag hacking competitions and personal security research projects. All in all I believe that my education, my experience and dedication to the field make me a prime candidate for all security analysis work.
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    Reverse Engineering
    Network Monitoring
    Web Proxy
    Web App Penetration Testing
    WordPress
    Malware
    Ethical Hacking
    Network Penetration Testing
    Computer Network
    Web Application Security
    Encryption
    Penetration Testing
    Kali Linux
    Vulnerability Assessment
  • $90 hourly
    Security engineer and technical editor/writer specializing in cybersecurity architecture, operations, compliance/audit readiness, vulnerability scanning/pen testing, and technical documentation. Experience drafting security policies/procedures, and conducting cybersecurity framework mapping/pre-audit prep for NIST, PCI DSS, SOC2, HIPAA, HITRUST, GDPR, ISO 27001, and privacy and security frameworks. Proven track record of technical team and project management.
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    HIPAA
    Technical Documentation
    NIST SP 800-53
    ISO 27001
    Technical Writing
    IT Compliance Audit
    SOC 2 Report
    Internet Security
    Security Infrastructure
    Application Security
    Information Security
    Penetration Testing
    Cybersecurity Management
    System Security
  • $200 hourly
    🌟 Upwork TOP RATED Expert Cybersecurity Consultant with 100% Job success rate 🌟 ✅ Penetration Testing: Standard, Web application, mobile applications. ✅ Compliance: CMMC, DFARS, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, PCI, HIPAA, GDPR, ISO, SOC, SOX, GLBA, FedRAMP, CCPA, and more. ✅ Incident Response: Ransomware recovery, hacking response, forensic investigations. ✅ vCISO: Virtual Chief Information Security Officer. ✅ Vulnerability Management: Vulnerability Scanning Hello, It is great to meet you (virtually)! My name is Tyler. I have over 15 years of cyber-security experience in multiple verticals. I have worked with fortune 500 brands, government, military, and intelligence agencies. 🌟 I have provided expert cybersecurity and compliance consulting for startups to hundreds of businesses! 🌟 My core expertise resides in: compliance and governance (PCI, HIPAA, SOX, DFS, DFARS, ISO, NIST, GDPR, and more), ethical hacking, incident response, penetration testing, secure design and architecture, and public speaking. I am an excellent writer and also possess business savvy. Pairing technical expertise with exemplary writing skills is my forte. I am also fluent in Brazilian Portuguese. I currently hold the following educational degrees and certifications: ✅ Master of Business Administration (MBA) ✅ Bachelor of Science in Cyber-Security ✅ Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) ✅ GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) ✅ GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) ✅ Microsoft Certified Systems Expert (MCSE) ✅ Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) ✅ Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) ✅ CompTIA Security+ ✅ CompTIA A+ ✅ CIW Web Design Associate WHY CHOOSE ME OVER OTHER FREELANCERS? -Professionalism: I treat all clients with respect and honor their trust in my services. -Expertise: I have expertise across many cybersecurity, information technology, and compliance areas. -Responsiveness: Constant and effective communication is the key to a successful engagement. -Dedication: When i take on a task or project, you deserve my undivided attention and focus! -Versatility: I can easily pivot from many different tasks. Whether your project is a standard penetration test or a Chief Information Security Officer engagement, I have the ability, knowledge, experience, and credentials to adjust based on your requirements. -I have led over 150 incident response cases. -I have brought over 75 organizations to full compliance for DFARS, NIST, PCI, HIPAA, GDPR, and more. -I have conducted over 200 penetration tests. ✅ I will ensure that you get the results that you deserve. My clients trust me to complete their tasks and I ALWAYS deliver! Whether you are seeking a long term partner or a short term project, I am ready to deliver the high quality results that you deserve.
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    Certified Information Systems Security Professional
    HIPAA
    Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement
    Policy Writing
    GDPR
    Internet Security
    Security Analysis
    Information Security
    Encryption
    Security Assessment & Testing
    Application Security
    Incident Response Plan
    Vulnerability Assessment
    Network Security
    Penetration Testing
  • $30 hourly
    Looking for a penetration test? We'll give you access to our next-generation penetration testing solution. By combining the power of manual and automated penetration tests, we deliver the real-time insights companies need to remediate risk quickly. Through our Pentest as a Service (PTaaS) platform our clients receive comprehensive assessments. Our methodology follows the National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication (NIST SP​ 800-115), along with the latest techniques, tactics and tools used by hackers to compromise systems and applications. Providing real-time findings and unlimited retests to ensure gaps are closed is our key differentiator. Please check my Upwork work history and client feedbacks. I look forward to hearing from you!
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    Network Security
    Information Security Audit
    Security Testing
    OWASP
    Information Security
    Web Application Security
    Website Security
    Vulnerability Assessment
    Penetration Testing
    Certified Information Systems Security Professional
  • $60 hourly
    In the last years I did more than 100 Penetration-Tests and Security Assessments. Most of them on Web and Mobile applications with Finance Background implemented with various technologies and frameworks. (J2EE, ASP, PHP). Based on my daily work I am experienced with all common attack vectors and mitigation techniques. Since 2009 I am CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) and since 2017 I am CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) certified. Please check also my UPWORK work history and client feedbacks. I am offering professional Black and Grey-box Penetration tests for Web and Mobile Applications. Sorry, I am not able to locate your girlfriend, recover your lost FACEBOOK, GMAIL, YAHOO etc. account or find your lost phone. Please do not invite me to such jobs. Before I start offensive tests, I may ask you for evidence that you are the site owner or to show me that you have admin access.
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    Internet Security
    Wireless Security
    Java
    Application Programming
    Security Analysis
    Certified Information Systems Security Professional
    Network Security
    Information Security
    Internet Security
    Penetration Testing
  • $60 hourly
    Extensive success in providing clients with various IT and cybersecurity solutions. I have wide experience in handling individual clients as well as larger companies/organizations to help them build a customized and secure environment for all their digital assets. How I can help you: -Perform penetration testing against web & mobile applications, internal & external networks, and cloud systems (Azure, GCP, AWS) -Perform smart contracts auditing -Consult on any IT solutions, primarily focusing on open-source tools which can benefit by cutting down cost -Create a monitoring setup for all your digital/IT assets exposed to the Internet -Create security policies -Create custom tools in Python -Provide and implement security best practices -Consult on Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) -Provide one-on-one cybersecurity training -Perform red team activities against an organization -Incident response -Digital forensic analysis All the services I provide will come with a complete report and a slide deck, which I will present to the stakeholders and provide them with an in-depth analysis. Furthermore, I am an eager and quick learner, performing research after hours to provide my clients with the best possible solution to their IT problems.
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    Blockchain Security
    API Testing
    Cyber Threat Intelligence
    Cybersecurity Monitoring
    Malware
    Risk Analysis
    Virus Removal
    Web Application Security
    Data Analytics
    Smart Contract
    Malware Removal
    Security Testing
    Vulnerability Assessment
    Application Security
    Cybersecurity Management
    Penetration Testing
    Digital Forensics
  • $75 hourly
    I have Experience in Penetration Testing(Network, Web Application, Desktop, Mobile, IVR and webservice), performed lots of Security Implementations related to Security Solutions such as SIEM, Two Factor Authentication, Firewalls,...etc. in Egypt and Large banks in Qatar. . I have experience in PCI Audits , did lot's of gap assessments and pre-audits on many banks and payment gateway. Also I wrote multiple articles in big security magazines like Hakin9 in Europe and Security Kaizen in Middle East, I'm currently having two 0day vulnerability and listed in multiple hall of fames including Microsoft. I have multiple certifications like CEH and OSCP. Job Experience: • Running PCI-DSS Gap Assessments, Pre-Audits, Final Audits in big payment gateways and large ISP's in Egypt • Performing Internal / External Network Penetration testing for large bank, ISP & other clients. • Performing Internal / External Application Penetration Testing “Web / Desktop” for large customers in Egypt and Qatar. • Performing advanced Penetration testing including Mobile,Web service, IOT and IVR PT in Egypt. • Supervising big Vulnerability Assessment projects in Egypt most required by PCI-DSS clients. • Performing large SIEM Solution implementations for ISPs, Banks, government sector & others in Egypt, Qatar • Implementing biggest Two Factor Authentication Solution implementation in the middle east. • Vulnerability Management Solutions for large customers in Egypt •End Point Protection implementation in large banks in Egypt • McAfee Next Generation FW deployments for large clients in Qatar. • McAfee Network Security Manager IPS deployments for large clients in Qatar. •Deploying Anti Fraud solutions at one of the biggest banks in Middle east. •Deploying Mobile Device Management solutions (Mobile Iron)at one of the biggest banks in Middle east. •One of the consultants responsible for securing the 4G Network(IMS Core,HSS,...etc.) at one of the biggest Mobile operators in Egypt. •Leading a team of 3 Engineers to perform mentioned activities previously.
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    Information Security
    Computer Network
    Python
    Penetration Testing
    Code Review
    PCI
    Network Penetration Testing
    Web App Penetration Testing
    Vulnerability Assessment
  • $125 hourly
    I am a DevSecOps Practitioner, Application Security Analyst, and Cybersecurity Specialist. I have significant and well-diversified experience in multiple Cybersecurity domains, including: 1. Cloud Infrastructure: I help secure Cloud Infrastructure such as GCP AWS and Azure. 2.Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment: I specialize in finding vulnerabilities in Web Applications, Mobile Applications, Networks, and Smart Contracts. 3. Bug Bounty Hunting: I find bugs for various companies on HackerOne - @l3s7r0z. I am constantly improving myself and getting better each day in the Cyber Security field. Lester Obbayi - @l3s7r0z
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    Documentation
    Mobile App Testing
    Web Application Firewall
    Technical Documentation
    Black Box Testing
    Internet Security
    Software Testing
    Web App Penetration Testing
    Report Writing
    Ethical Hacking
    Network Security
    Penetration Testing
    Information Security
    Vulnerability Assessment
    Article Writing
  • $33 hourly
    Application Security Engineer with expertise in penetration testing for web applications, mobile applications, network infrastructure and API security.
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    Security Assessment & Testing
    Security Testing
    Security Engineering
    Information Security
    Application Security
    System Security
    Database Security
    Website Security
    Network Security
    Web Application Security
    Penetration Testing
  • $100 hourly
    I am Google Cybersecurity Career Certificate Graduate, Chartered IT Professional, OWASP Core Security Belt Certified, OWASP API Security Certified, Certified Information Systems Security Auditor, Certified ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, Certified ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, Certified Identity Governance Expert, Certified Identity and Access Manager, Certified GRC Professional, Certified GRC Auditor, Integrated Data Privacy Professional, Certified Scrum Master, BCG Certified Strategy Consultant, Six Sigma Black Belt Professional, GDPR Certified Data Protection Officer, Certified HIPAA Officer & results driven management consultant with 15 years experience in compliance, data protection, SOC 2 and ISO 27001 Controls Implementation, innovation, design thinking, ideating solutions, process improvement, pricing strategy, data analytics, business process outsource, project management, market research, financial analysis, investment banking, cybersecurity and diagnosing a range of problems, from small businesses to multi-million dollar corporations. I have done past projects with PwC, Skoda Minotti, DNX VC, Lum Chang, Syntervision, AI Chatbot, FourthRev and Loggi. Previously I have worked as Engagement Manager at KPMG and Senior Associate at Deloitte, where I took part in several consulting assignments in healthcare and life sciences, logistics, TMT, services, consumer and transportation sectors. I also have vast experience of managing projects from start to inception including projects funded by ADB, UNESCO and WHO. I have also completed more than 15 market research studies in different verticals for determining the market size and overall analysis of target markets. I also have experience of working as Head of Product Design where I led the development teams to identify customer pain-points, develop user needs and solve customer problems by creating products with built-in security features. I also worked on developing customer personas & identifying and recruiting sponsor users for A/B testing of product features and arranging Cognitive walkthroughs for establishing the usability of products. I also applied knowledge of Scrum Framework with sprint planning and delegation of tasks on product development projects for various public and private sector organizations. I managed 10 projects of more than $1 Million in total budget. Other than above, I also have hands on experience with various compliance frameworks including GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, HITRUST, CCPA and NCSF (NIST Cybersecurity Framework). Key Achievements: ✅ Successfully led 8 companies through the SOC 2 Type 2 attestation process, meeting stringent requirements and passing all audits in the first attempt. This achievement significantly enhanced their reputation for data privacy and security. ✅ Guided 4 clients through the rigorous process of achieving ISO 27001 certification, ensuring that all security controls and management processes were robust, auditable, and internationally recognized. ✅ Reduced the costs of IT infrastructure maintenance by 5% for 3 consulted clients ✅ Analyzed business conditions, market/industry trends, competitive influences and demographic factors to identify opportunities of business growth for 5 consulted clients ✅ Created advanced analytics for both internal and marketing use using Tableau, SQL and other BI tools for 4 consulted clients ✅ Managed $400 million donor funded projects as PMO and Project Lead ✅ Performed business process re-engineering for 3 consulted clients ✅ Consulted as lead revenue data analyst on a team responsible for collecting $60M receivables ✅ Repeatedly delivered cost reductions through the implementation of Lean principles, improved scheduling via resource loads and volume analysis ✅ Evaluated and increased operational effectiveness of organizations through the implementation of Continuous Improvement methods and Training/Coaching programs ✅ Identified opportunities within the client organization for improving productivity and operational efficiencies by installing a system by which the client can measure and realize improvement ✅ Analyzed existing processes and applied methodologies to eliminate wasted resources and time for 3 consulted clients
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    OWASP
    Management Consulting
    ISO 27018
    ISO 27017
    ISO 27001
    KPI Metric Development
    Business Operations
    Information Security Audit
    Incident Response Plan
    Web Application Security
    Incident Management
    Amazon Web Services
    Cybersecurity Management
    Reverse Engineering
    SOC 2 Report
  • $20 hourly
    Working at Cyber Reconnaissance and Combat lab of well reputed organization of Pakistan navy namely Bahria University. My expertise drop-down beyond just Penetration testing of exploit development, networking, web-apps and the after math of exploited environment such as digital forensics and malware analysis.
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    Content Creation
    Content Writing
    Web Application Security
    VMware vSphere
    Malware
    Website Security
    Network Penetration Testing
    Linux
    Ethical Hacking
    Cybersecurity Management
    Security Testing
    Penetration Testing
    System Security
    Vulnerability Assessment
  • $60 hourly
    Since 2014 I work professionally as a Pen Tester/Security Researcher. Between 2008-2013, prior switching full time to info sec, I've worked as a Programmer (C/C++, PHP, Java, node.js) and DevOps (AWS-based environments). Currently I work under my own brand (Z-Labs) delivering Penetration Testing / Adversary Simulation Exercises services to clients around the globe. I pride myself on: 1. Offering high quality penetration testing services conducted in safe and controlled manner by certified Security Expert (Since 2014 I'm CISSP, since 2016 I'm OSCP and since 2017 I hold SANS GXPN certification). 2. Putting emphasis on advanced manual attack techniques and on adherence to industry-wide standards and methodologies: OWASP TOP 10, OWASP ASVS, OSSTMM and PTES during the testing. 3. Delivering actionable and professionally written reports (ready to be shared with your stakeholders at all levels). 4. Possessing advanced R&D capabilities Offered Services: 1. Network Penetration Testing / Adversary Simulation Exercises 2. Web Application Penetration Testing 3. Cloud Security Assessments 4. C/C++ source code audits and vulnerability research Offered Solutions: 5. Continuous, Expert-assisted Vulnerability Assessment
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    Compliance Consultation
    Certified Information Systems Security Professional
    Web Application Security
    Cloud Security
    Network Penetration Testing
    Web App Penetration Testing
    Security Infrastructure
    Cloud Security Framework
    ISO 27001
    IT Compliance Audit
    Penetration Testing
    Information Security
    Security Assessment & Testing
    Vulnerability Assessment
    Cybersecurity Management
  • $50 hourly
    ✅ Top Rated Plus Pentester ✅ 5+ Years Pentesting ✅ 60+ 5-star Reviews ✅Supporting All Time Zones ✅ Unlimited Revisions ✅ Top 1% Talent ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Mansoor did a great job testing our website, and server and he provided a detailed report regarding the current state of our software and what needs to be done to fix it. Highly recommended!" -Sultan ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Mansoor was great. He obviously has a deep understanding of cybersecurity and he explained what he was doing very clearly and helped me understand and patch the vulnerabilities in my software. I will definitely hire him again for future cybersecurity-related jobs, and I recommend him to anybody." - Brendan ✍️📝 Hiring a pentester is an investment in the security of your business, and an integral component of effective risk management in today's digital age. In fact, identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities before they are exploited is often the single most important differentiator between a secure organization and one that falls prey to cyber-attacks. Security matters...like, A LOT. In a world where cyber threats are constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated, it's imperative that you work with a trusted pentester who understands the latest techniques and trends. I know that I'm not the cheapest pentester out there, but over the years I have been able to develop a comprehensive methodology and testing approach that allows me to provide you with reliable and actionable results and deliver the best possible outcomes for my clients. With years of proven experience as a pentester (including working with some of the largest companies in the world), I have honed my skills and expertise to deliver results that exceed expectations. My passion for helping businesses stay secure is second to none, and I always look forward to establishing new long-term relationships with clients to ensure that their security remains strong and resilient. Thank you so much for taking the time to view my profile, and feel free to reach out at any time if you have any questions! 🙂
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    Network Security
    Web App Penetration Testing
    Security Infrastructure
    Penetration Testing
    Web Testing
    Website Security
    Application Security
    Network Penetration Testing
    Information Security
    Ethical Hacking
    Security Testing
    Security Assessment & Testing
    Security Analysis
    Database Security
    Web Application Security
  • $80 hourly
    ✅ Penetration Tester and Cyber security consultant acknowledged by leading companies in the tech field for reporting several high, and critical vulnerabilities in their systems and websites. After I go through multiple pentestinig techniques manually and automatically, at the end of the engagement, professional reports are provided, that will outline every vulnerability found, proofs-of-concept, and solutions on how to fix the discovered vulnerabilities. Let's get in touch and get your website and system secured 🛡️ 🏆 Cyber security consultation 🏆 Cyber security training 🏆 Network Penetration Testing 🏆 Active Directory Penetration Testing 🏆 Web penetration testing 🏆 Vulnerabilities Assessment 🏆 Cyber security training labs Development 🏆 CTF Labs development 🏆 Synack Red Teamer 🏆 Acknowledged by tech lead companies, Yahoo, Nokia, ZTE, Swisscom, Synology, ElearnSecurity, Payoneer, Sophos, Xiaomi. 🏆 I was number 16 on Turkey and Egypt on HackTheBox. 🏆 Work on Weekends 🏆 5 Years Experience
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    Digital Forensics
    Metasploit
    Penetration Testing
    Ethical Hacking
    Kali Linux
    Security Testing
    Vulnerability Assessment
    Nessus
    Web App Penetration Testing
    Network Penetration Testing
    Network Security
    Docker
    OWASP
    Web Application Security
    Linux
  • $60 hourly
    Hi this is Monir, I am an experienced ethical hacker with a strong background in identifying and mitigating network and web application vulnerabilities. My technical skills include penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security audits. I am well-versed in a variety of tools and techniques, including Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Nmap. In addition to my technical skills, I am also a strong communicator and problem-solver, able to work effectively with clients to understand their specific security needs and develop tailored solutions to meet those needs. Whether you're looking to protect your organization from cyber threats or simply want to ensure compliance with industry standards, I am ready to help you achieve your goals. Security Tool Expertise - Tenable IO, Nessus cloud, Acunetix, Vega, OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, Havij, KALI Linux (OS), App Vigil, Sentinel, Sqlmap, CodeDx, Kiuwan, Spiderfoot, Arachni, Social Engineering Toolkit, Metasploit, Armitage, Cobalt Strike, Netcat, Wireshark. Datasploit plus many more. Expert In: 1. Security and penetration testing trainer. 2. Android and iOS application vulnerability detection and security testing. 3. API Security. 4. Malware, Phishing, Breach, data leakage detection 5. Firewall audit and configure. 6. Cloud (AWS) infrastructure complete vulnerability assessment, security & penetration testing with the recommendation for remediation. 7. Static and Dynamic code analysis (SAST & DAST) with the recommendation for remediation. 8. Reconnaissance - Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) using Datasploit, Spiderfoot, foca pro, Buscador, Maltego, Recon-ng, Shodan, theHarvester etc. 9. Application Penetration Testing with the recommendation for remediation. 10. Complete security assessment of Application with the recommendation for remediation. CMS Security Expert: 1. WordPress Theme, Plugin Virus, Malware detection, and removal expert 2. Joomla Theme, Plugin Virus, Malware detection, and removal expert 3. Drupal. woo-commerce security expert including PCI-DSS compliance audit 4. Magento Theme, Plugin Virus, Malware detection, and removal expert
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    Firewall
    Security Analysis
    Internet Security
    Ethical Hacking
    Malware Removal
    Cryptocurrency
    Malware
    Penetration Testing
    Information Security
    Vulnerability Assessment
    Bitcoin
  • $30 hourly
    I'm a Penetration Tester and Cyber Security Specialist who is a professional in evaluating the security posture of Web-Applications (Websites) and ensuring the security of personal clients' online identities, accounts, devices, and networks, I've possessed my current knowledge through 3+ years of self-study and research plus 2+ years of work in the industry, protecting clients on a personal level and running vulnerability assessments against business websites, always leaving positive impression and impact, I hold a great record of being able to expertly provide the following services: - Perform comprehensive security checkups on Emails and Phone numbers and pinpoint security holes which often lead victims to be hacked with zero interaction nor awareness from them. - Assist in Account Recovery (Ex. Instagram, Facebook) - Educate thoroughly on the findings and remediations for a vulnerable target, equipping clients with enough information to trust themselves as they continue to utilize the technologies as normal with no fear of being targetted by hackers. - Investigate and educate on online frauds/scams, especially crypto ones, why and how they work, and how to distinguish between legit and not legit easily. - Clean up networks and devices from viruses/malware and ensure optimal patching for security. - Report fraud websites that impersonate legit businesses for a takedown. IMPORTANT: When it comes to cybersecurity-related services, there is a number of scammers not to be underestimated, whether within or outside of Upwork, therefore stay vigilant and keep in mind the following, 1. If you were scammed online via crypto, there's no one out there with the right to give a guarantee that they will be able to recover it for you despite how well furnished the so-called hacker's portfolio appears to be, the chance remains very slim and you should only pursue this kind of service for the sake of leaving no stone unturned knowing the high probability of failure, and you should only select a freelancer with a reputable profile and reviews to back up their activity because scammer accounts are usually fresh with no reviews and no verified ID, feel free to consult me to evaluate that. 2. Same applies to the request of hacking an account, there are complicated caveats that explain why it DOES NOT work the way you think it does but to keep it short, if you want someone's account hacked, aside from it being illegal and unethical and isn't the type of "service" I provide, the chance for it to work is about 1% to begin with, again, I'm available for consultation, account recovery is a different subject with a higher probability for success as long as it's your own account that was lost/hacked.
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    Malware
    Malware Removal
    Information Security
    Vulnerability Assessment
    System Security
    Network Security
    Information Security Consultation
    Website Security
    Penetration Testing
    Network Penetration Testing
    Internet Security
    Ethical Hacking
    Security Testing
    Security Assessment & Testing
  • $145 hourly
    ✅ Upwork Top 1% Expert Vetted ✅ 5500+ Hours ✅ 100% Success Score ✅ Free Strategy Call ✅ Testimonials Hi, I'm Adam from London, in the UK. My full profile including more testimonials, technical qualifications and a link to book a free strategy call is available at consultwithadam.com I've worked with hundreds of Clients across the world to bring their projects from idea to completion and profitability. I'm a qualified Chartered Engineer (CEng), and I specialise in CTO and technical leadership roles with a focus on enterprise web application development, security and scalability. My tech qualifications include CISSP, CISA, CISM, and OSCE. I'm also a Chartered IT professional member of the BCS (MBCS CITP). Why me? - Guaranteed project success, on time, every time. There's nothing worse than flakey developers, poor communication, missed deadlines and overstretched budgets. - Top quality product and architecture, built and secured to the highest professional standards - Supporting platforms that get millions of monthly hits. - Very experienced in jumping in and rescuing failing/failed projects. - Have access to a top pool of expert development talent if required. - Responsive and communicative with regular updates. - Highly qualified and experienced. Dozens of testimonials both here on Upwork and on LinkedIn - Driven, responsive and efficient, known for going the extra mile and solving the “impossible”. My full profile available at consultwithadam.com
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    Information Security Consultation
    Network Security
    Product Roadmap
    LAMP Administration
    Information Security
    Android
    Internet Security
    Embedded System
    Laravel
    iOS
    Web Development
    PHP
    Penetration Testing
    Web Application
    Vulnerability Assessment
  • $25 hourly
    I am Cyber Security Engineer and DevSecOps, have more than 5 years of experience. I can do Penetration testing (Applications), IoT penetration testing and cloud penetration testing, system admin. All of my support / I can help you with the following: ✅ Web application security ✅ API security ✅ Network Infra security ✅ Cloud Infra security ✅ Information security auditing Compliance ✅ OWASP top 10 Vulnerabilities findings ✅ HIPPA ✅ ISO 27001 etc. compliance Automated / Manual Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing. (VA&PT) ✅ Security Best Practice - Web apps / Website - Server configuration - Cloud Infrastructure ✅ Network and Cloud Security * Prevent DDoS * Configure web firewall * Configure network firewall * Amazone Web Services (AWS) * Cloudflare integration. * Linux server issue (Redhat, CentOS etc.) * Proxy server configuration ✅ Source code vulnerability check. - Snyk - Sonarqube enterprise - Synopsys Coverity / Seeker. ✅ CMS security/recovery expert. - Wordpress - Magento - Joomla - Wordpress malware remove - Wordpress virus removal ✅ Recover hacked system ✅ Secure any Website/ web application ✅ Digital Forensic / Log analysis ✅ Forensic Android/IOS/Windows/Linux/MAC OS. ✅ Forensic Web server and Web application. ✅ IoT Security / Penetration Testing. ✅ Ransomware remove from the system. ✅ Conduct cyber security training. ✅ Remove any malware / Virus from your system. ✅ Mobile Device Management (MDM). ✅ SIEM Integration. ✅ IT Consultancy. ✅ Information Security Audit. Any task related to cyber security, system engineering & Cloud infrastructure.
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    Information Security Audit
    Website Security
    Ethical Hacking
    Web App Penetration Testing
    Cloud Security
    AT&T Cybersecurity
    Metasploit
    Kali Linux
    Cybersecurity Management
    Security Assessment & Testing
    Penetration Testing
    Information Security
    Application Security
    Security Testing
    Vulnerability Assessment
  • $40 hourly
    I'm an OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional), OSWE (Offensive Security Web Expert), CREST CRT, and CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) certified penetration tester. I can conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing for your web applications, mobile applications, and cloud infrastructures. I can also audit the code of your PHP / Python / JS (NodeJS) applications and fix code-level vulnerabilities. My day to day work includes: -- Research on bleeding edge technologies -- PHP/Python/JavaScript development -- Code auditing -- Database management -- APIs development & integration -- AWS services (EC2, SES, SNS, SQS, Route53, S3, Lambda, API gateway) -- Penetration testing -- Data scraping -- and a lot more
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    Network Security
    Security Testing
    Network Penetration Testing
    PHP
    JavaScript
    Laravel
    Penetration Testing
    Information Security
    Cloud Security
    Web App Penetration Testing
    Web Application Security
    Website Security
    Information Security Audit
    Linux System Administration
    Amazon Web Services
  • $35 hourly
    HI!! I am Virtual CISO, Cyber Security, Cyber defense, Ethical Hacker, expert I am prompt engineer working to create and maintain AI-generated content in Spanish. I love finding creative and innovative ways to ensure the perfect prompts are provided for our users I am a computer security scientist with an intensive hacking background. I do have a Msc in computer engineering I am working for severals Internationals Enterprises where I do intensive researches in Penetration Testing, Vulnerability managements, Technological Risk, Security Architecture and Forensic I am Professional with over 20 years experience in the area of information and communications technology, including 15 years of experience in networks and security infrastructure Analytical skills to solve problems, ability to work with new technologies, adaptable to any situation, pro-activity and motivation to individual and team achievements Self-management capacity of the learning process to successfully assume the continued improvement of my functions My passion is to help SMBs gain a fighting chance in an increasingly hostile information security threat environment by providing part-time vCISO services. Whether PCI , GDPR, NIST, ISO27000 and any other Security Standards gap analysis, information security risk assessments, audit remediation, strategic planning, interim CISO services, or anything else information security related, I offer you my vCISO Services, Information security ISO27001 consultancy and Policies Documentations With the following responsibilities and functions; Recommend modifications to application development, database design, networking, or infrastructure architecture with the goal of complying with internal information security policies and standards. Monitoring emerging products, technologies or best practices that will improve security for the organization and its stakeholders. Perform security audits, identify security gaps, and develop and implement risk mitigation solutions. Design and develops the organizations overall information security architecture to protect its information assets. Perform work and recomedations in relation to network, data, application and or cloud security and liaises with other areas of IT in the dissemination of this information to counter threats and internal and external vulnerabilities. Perform advanced research and identifying information security products, services, and trends, testing security configurations, and developing configuration architectures. Stong experience in Information security and Network Security: • Design Network security architecture • Design Cloud Security architecture ( AWS and Azure) • IT Vulnerability Assessment • API Security Evaluation • Cloud Security Assessment • Active Directory Security • Network and Web Application/Mobile Penetration Testing • Threat Hunting, • Red Team Program Development/Red Team Attack Simulations • Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Gathering • IT Risk Management • Incidents Response management • Technical Writing; Information Security Policies,: ISO2700, NIST, HISPAA, PCI • Working experience of supporting Cyber Security tools such as, McAfee SIEM, Ms-SENTINEL, CISCO IPS, Citrix NetScaler, TrendMicro endpoint. Checkpoint Firewall, Bluecoat, AWS WAF, AWS Shield and AWS Firewall Manager, antivirus, CYNET security endpoint • Kali Linux Toolkit, Qualys, Nessus • MS-365 security, Defender for Cloud Strong experiece in IT Support and admin • Technical Supports Windows Server • Active Directory management • Technical Supports Azure Cloud • Technical Supports Intunes • Technical Supports Windows 10 and 11 • Technical SupportsMS- 365 • Technical writing IT Procedures,
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    Mobile App Testing
    Amazon EC2
    Blockchain
    ISO 27001
    Cloud Security
    Vulnerability Assessment
    Office 365
    Information Security
    Microsoft Azure
    Cybersecurity Management
    Penetration Testing
    Nessus
    WordPress
    Ethical Hacking
    Network Security
  • $39 hourly
    I am OSCP Certified with 6+ years of professional experience in different trade crafts of pentesting and red teaming. Challenges make me work more efficiently and what is a better challenge than doing penetration testing in which knowledge and experience is the main factor to successfully finding a way inside Targets. - Manual testing approaches with real-impact vulnerabilities - Exposure to multinational companies and Swiss banks - Industry-renowned certifications (OSCP - eWPTXv2 - CEH - CPTE - CEI - CCNA) - "Find my way in" mentality therefore 80% of projects ends up in successful breaches Key Skills for Pentesting Jobs ---------------------------------- Web Applications Pentesting Network Pentesting REST API/SOAP Pentesting Mobile Applications Pentesting Desktop Applications Pentesting Source Code Reviews Active Directory Assessment Key Skills for Offensive Jobs --------------------------------- Email Phishing (Maldoc or stats based) Social Engineering Assume Breach Scenarios MITRE ATT&CK framework Simulations Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures Testing against patched Infra Malware Development
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    Black Box Testing
    Information Security
    Vulnerability Assessment
    System Security
    Application Security
    Network Security
    Information Security Consultation
    Cloud Security
    Penetration Testing
    Web App Penetration Testing
    Network Penetration Testing
    Web Application Security
    Ethical Hacking
    Security Testing
    Mobile App Testing
  • $40 hourly
    I am a passionate Cybersecurity Enthusiast driven by an insatiable curiosity for the dynamic world of cybersecurity. With each passing day, I immerse myself in the realm of digital security, constantly learning and adapting to the evolving landscape. My journey in this field has been marked by notable accomplishments. I possess a strong background in Browser Automation, having successfully completed numerous projects for clients on Upwork. My expertise in automating browsers not only showcases my technical skills but also underscores my ability to solve complex challenges. In addition to my proficiency in Browser Automation, I have a solid foundation in computer networking, with expertise up to the CCNA level. I excel in designing robust networks, implementing efficient routing and switching protocols, and securing them against potential threats. Outside of my professional work, I am deeply engaged in penetration testing during my free time. This hands-on experience allows me to identify vulnerabilities and enhance digital defenses, contributing to my ever-expanding skill set. I am also proficient in Java and Python programming, seamlessly integrating them with databases like Oracle and MySQL. This versatility enables me to create efficient and effective solutions for various cybersecurity challenges. With more than two years of experience in the cybersecurity field, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every project I undertake. My commitment to delivering high-quality results on time ensures that clients receive top-notch solutions for their cybersecurity needs. I am excited about the opportunity to take on new challenges and make a meaningful impact in the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity. Please don't hesitate to reach out, and let's work together to safeguard your digital assets and achieve your cybersecurity objectives.
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    Ethical Hacking
    Wireshark
    Penetration Testing
    Linux
    Web Testing
    Wireless Security
    Core Java
    Python
    MySQL
    Browser Automation
    Computer Network
    Kali Linux
    Information Security Awareness
    Security Analysis
    Security Testing
  • $30 hourly
    Hi, If you need a cyber security and information security professional with higher education (Ph.D.), certification(CISSP), and experience(CISO, Enterprise SOC design, and management, GRC, Security Architect) with a proven top-rated plus profile, I am here. Let's make your organization a safe and secure place for your precious information and data. As a cybersecurity architect and information security compliance expert, my primary focus is safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring critical information systems' integrity, confidentiality, and availability. I have extensive experience in designing and implementing robust security solutions that protect against cyber threats and comply with industry regulations. I thrive in dynamic and challenging environments, constantly adapting to emerging technologies and staying ahead of the evolving threat landscape. My expertise includes conducting risk assessments, developing security policies and procedures, and leading incident response teams. As a cybersecurity expert, I have a proven track record of implementing and maturing industry-leading standards such as the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-53, and NIST 800-37, FedRAMP, ISO 27001 ISMS, CMMC v.2. I take pride in designing and developing state-of-the-art cybersecurity operation centers (SOC) from scratch, integrating them seamlessly with network operation centers (NOC). Additionally, I have designed and developed a state-of-the-art Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC) from scratch. By integrating it with the Network Operations Center (NOC), I have created a seamless environment for promptly monitoring and responding to security incidents. To enhance operational efficiency, I have established playbooks, monitoring processes, and incident response procedures that align with industry best practices. This ensures a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks. I hold a Ph.D. in cyberpolitics, specializing in studying the intersection between politics and cyberspace. My research focuses on cyber security threats, online activism, and the impact of digital technologies on political processes. I have extensive experience working with government agencies, private organizations, and non-profit institutions to develop strategies for addressing cyber threats and ensuring a safe and secure digital environment. Additionally, I am an avid writer and have published various articles and research papers on cyberpolitics. -As a leading auditor, I designed, developed, deployed, and reported Enterprise Organizations IT and Information Security Audits. If you need a CISO with higher education, certification, and experience, I am here to help. When I'm not busy securing networks and systems, you can find me exploring the latest trends in cybersecurity, attending industry conferences, and expanding my knowledge through continuous learning. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance with cybersecurity. Let's create a secure digital world together. Ibrahim AKDAG CISO CISSP|Ph.D.
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    Information Security Audit
    Governance, Risk Management & Compliance
    SOC 2 Report
    FedRAMP
    Compliance
    ISO 27001
    Risk Assessment
    CMMC
    NIST SP 800-53
    Penetration Testing
    Security Assessment & Testing
    Vulnerability Assessment
    Cybersecurity Management
    Information Security
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How to Hire a Hacker

What is a hacker?

To the general public, hackers are best known as individuals skilled in using computers to circumvent cybersecurity measures and gain unauthorized access to data. In the professional setting, businesses may hire ethical hackers to find vulnerabilities in their software and systems to prevent sensitive information from being stolen. When they discover vulnerabilities, they are patched before being exploited by a malicious third party.

How do you hire a hacker?

You can source hacking talent on Upwork by following these three steps:

  • Write a project description. You’ll want to determine your scope of work and the skills and requirements you are looking for in a hacker.
  • Post it on Upwork. Once you’ve written a project description, post it to Upwork. Simply follow the prompts to help you input the information you collected to scope out your project.
  • Shortlist and interview hackers. Once the proposals start coming in, create a shortlist of the professionals you want to interview. 

Of these three steps, your project description is where you will determine your scope of work and the specific type of hacker you need to complete your project. 

How much does it cost to hire a hacker?

Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.

  • An experienced hacker may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
  • A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their hacking services more competitively.

Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.

How do you write a hacker job post?

Your job post is your chance to describe your project scope, budget, and talent needs. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.

Job post title

Create a simple title that describes exactly what you’re looking for. The idea is to target the keywords that your ideal candidate is likely to type into a job search bar to find your project. Here are some sample hacker job post titles:

  • Need a Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) to security-test a Cisco network
  • Seeking a professional hacker to harden our systems against ransomware and malware attacks
  • Hackers for hire to penetration-test our AWS cloud network
  • Remove a phishing attack on a WordPress website

Project description

An effective hacker job post should include: 

  • Scope of work: From penetration testing to vulnerability scanning, list all the deliverables you’ll need. 
  • Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project. 
  • Background: If you prefer experience with certain technologies or developer tools, mention this here. 
  • Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.

Hacker job responsibilities

Here are some examples of hacker job responsibilities:

  • Scan company networks for system vulnerabilities
  • Design and perform penetration tests 
  • Conduct cybersecurity audits
  • Break encryption protocols on locked files
  • Offer recommendations for improvements to cybersecurity

Hacker job requirements and qualifications

Be sure to include any requirements and qualifications your looking for in a hacker. Here are some examples:

  • Cybersecurity, network security, information security and engineering
  • Penetration testing and other cybersecurity testing methods
  • Computer programming
  • IT infrastructure
  • Ethical hacking certifications (e.g., CEH, GIAC Penetration Tester, OSCP)

 

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