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Shaun K.

IT Security Expert | Master's in Cybersecurity | 25+ Yrs Exp

I am a cybersecurity professional with a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, offering extensive experience in IT operations with a specialized focus on security. My qualifications include top-tier certifications like CompTIA PenTest+, CySA+, and Security+, which highlight my expertise in penetration testing, threat detection, and incident response. In addition to my technical skills, I bring strong capabilities in project management and service delivery, reinforced by certifications such as ITIL, Scrum Master, and Project+. My ability to lead crossfunctional teams and manage complex projects allows me to implement effective strategies that align with organizational goals. Committed to continuous professional development, I stay ahead of emerging threats and evolving technologies to deliver robust security solutions.

🇺🇸Colbert, United States$75/hr100% JSS5.00 (2)Since Aug 2025

Earnings and projects

MRR (estimate)as of Jul 17
≈$232

An estimate from an earlier read

World#107,993 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#15,223 / 62.1k
Revenue, last 30 days
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Last 6 months: $1.4k

Total earnings
$4.5k

Billed in all: $4.8k

World#264,158 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#41,449 / 62.1k
Per project
$1.1k

$349 in the last 6 months

World#115,442 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#19,672 / 62.1k
Projects, last 6 months
4
75% fixed25% hourly
World#51,813 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#7,181 / 62.1k
Projects in all
4
75% fixed25% hourly
World#283,741 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#40,819 / 62.1k

Earnings, last 30 days

$4.8kNo reading in this rangeBilled in all by Apr 26, 2026, the last reading before this range
$4,750$4,800$4,850$4,900No dataOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

No reading in this range. Dotted: longer than usual between two readings. Hatched: over two weeks without one.

Skill rankings: Top 22% in System Analysis

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