Derek J.
Penetration Tester & Cybersecurity Specialist | Pentest, Hardening
🔒 Cybersecurity | Penetration Testing | Server Hardening | System Administration | Secure Web Development I am the owner of LTH Cybersecurity, and I help businesses secure their infrastructure and eliminate vulnerabilities before attackers find them. As a Top Rated cybersecurity specialist with real-world experience in pentesting, system administration, and web application security, I combine deep technical expertise with a practical, business-first approach to protection. 🧰 My Core Skills Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Assessment: OWASP-aligned testing for web apps, APIs, WordPress, and cloud environments. Server Administration & Hardening: Linux/Windows configuration, firewall setup, SSH lockdowns, patch management, and intrusion monitoring. Secure Web Development: Hardened backend logic, input validation, and security-by-design principles for Python (Flask/Django) and PHP applications. Automation & Scripting (Python): Custom scanners, log parsers, alert systems, and API integrations for security monitoring or compliance. Incident Response & Forensics: Log analysis, compromise detection, and recovery planning. ⚙️ Why Clients Hire Me I’ve helped organizations across Canada and the US identify and remediate high-risk vulnerabilities before they were exploited. I don’t just run tools — I explain the findings in clear language, deliver actionable recommendations, and help teams implement fixes. Every engagement ends with a professional report, mitigation plan, and optional retest. 🚀 Let’s Secure Your Environment Whether you need a penetration test, server audit, or custom security automation, I can help you strengthen your defenses and meet compliance goals. Send me a message — I’ll review your setup and outline a security plan that fits your scope and budget.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $7.9k
Billed in all: $16,664$17k
$1.1k in the last 6 months
Across 8 contracts
Across 40 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: #1 in 1 skill of 20
Rarest: top 4% in Wireshark, of 45. Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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