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Security+ holders bring practical skills in threat detection, risk management, secure network concepts, and incident response. They are a strong fit for teams that need dependable baseline security knowledge, clear operational habits, and fast support from vetted freelancers matched precisely to the work.
About the certification
What Security+ proves
CompTIA Security+ is an entry-level security certification with real practical value. It shows that a professional understands core cybersecurity concepts and can support day-to-day defense work with a structured, vendor-neutral approach. For companies, that usually means a freelancer who can fit into security operations without long ramp-up time.
Core knowledge
- Threats, attacks, and common attacker methods
- Network and endpoint security basics
- Vulnerability handling and risk awareness
- Identity, access, and authentication concepts
- Incident response and basic forensic thinking
- Security controls, monitoring, and secure operations
Typical freelancer profile
Security+ is often held by junior to mid-level security professionals, analysts, helpdesk staff moving into security, and IT generalists who need a formal security baseline. In Hamburg, it is especially relevant for companies with mixed on-site and remote teams, where clear communication and reliable execution matter as much as technical awareness.
Where it fits in projects
A freelancer with Security+ is useful in security operations, access reviews, baseline hardening, awareness support, policy work, and incident handling support. They are not usually hired as deep specialists for advanced architecture alone, but they can strengthen a team that needs practical security coverage across IT and cloud tasks.
What to expect from the holder
- Uses security terms and controls consistently
- Recognizes common risks before they become incidents
- Works well with IT, operations, and compliance teams
- Supports structured processes and documentation
- Knows when to escalate to senior security staff
Why it matters in hiring
For a company, Security+ is a signal of baseline trustworthiness and broad security literacy. It helps filter freelancers who understand the language of cybersecurity, can follow controls, and can contribute to safer delivery. If you need a certified freelancer in Hamburg for a short assignment or a longer support role, this certification is a solid starting point.
Meet FRATCH CompTIA Security+
Florian Schröder
Information Security Officer / IT Security Architect / Awareness Expert
Last position:
Information Security Officer / Designated InfoSec Officer at Oil Company
- Complete overhaul of the ISMS according to ISO 27001
- Conducted a comprehensive gap analysis
- Reduced ISMS documentation by 30% through consolidation and process optimization
- Introduced a full PDCA cycle for continuous improvement
- Established the ISMS within the company
- Implemented the necessary processes
- Managed and conducted internal and external audits
- Developed and implemented a company-wide risk management system
- Deployed an ISMS tool including process design and training
- KRITIS compliance: Prepared and provided required evidence, liaised with regulatory authorities, planned, documented, and implemented an attack detection system (SIEM), co-led the BCMS/ITSCM implementation subproject
- NIS-2 implementation: Gap analysis, risk assessments, training for executives and staff
- Led a cybersecurity team of 3 members
- Conducted various internal and external audits, managed providers, introduced continuous improvement
- Project consulting: closely coordinated with business and system owners, launched an online shop, a mobile app, and a customer portal
- Redesigned the security architecture, reducing administrative efforts by 20%
- Implemented ITIL processes (e.g., change management)
- Revised service agreements with internal and external providers
- Developed a security awareness strategy, ran social engineering tests, introduced and monitored phishing simulations, created various awareness materials, gave presentations
- Managed a budget of one million euros
Enrique Gallardo
Data Security
Last position:
Security Architect at Capgemini
I implemented a Zero-Trust architecture for robust, military-grade maritime container mini data centers based on VMware & Tanzu to support containerized GIS workloads for ground forces. The main focus was on securing communications, workload protection, and data access in contested electronic battle environments affected by jamming, interception, signal manipulation, and constantly changing operational conditions. I designed and architected use cases so that every element of workload, identity, and system could continue to operate independently and securely even in degraded or disrupted scenarios. In parallel, I defined the enterprise and solution security architecture with LeanIX, Bizzdesign, and HOPEX as enterprise architecture, repository, and governance platforms to maintain architecture inventory, relationships, traceability, target pictures, and security governance in complex environments. For the architectural designs, I used Sparx Enterprise Architect to describe formal architecture views, interfaces, trust boundaries, and system architecture in both IT and OT environments. IriusRisk was used for threat modeling of the solution to identify architecture-driven risks, derive security requirements, and detect countermeasures and design gaps directly from the solution models. Risk and compliance management was supported with Archer. Architecture decisions, control gaps, and operational risks were translated into controlled governance and auditable compliance measures. For documentation, collaboration, and visual design, I used Confluence to maintain Architecture Decision Records, Security Blueprints, and workflows. I used Lucidchart and draw.io to create design artifacts tailored to stakeholders. I also defined OT security concepts with support from electrical and mechanical engineers in the areas of oil, vehicle onboard systems, rail, power plants, pharma, gas turbines, and nuclear technology. I created the end-to-end OT security strategy, starting with global policy, developed into standards and procedures, and finally aligned with Bell-LaPadula, Purdue Model, SABSA, TOGAF ADM, CENELEC 50701, IEC 62443, and NIST standards. In addition, I worked with engineering team leads to identify critical KBP assets and place them under protective measures that segmented SCADA, PLC, and HMI assets. I drove collaboration between Security, IT, and OT teams to create standardized workflows and use cases for the OT security solution catalog, while integrating Defense-in-Depth and Zero-Trust principles into operational environments. A key part of my work was integrating multidisciplinary engineering, security, and operations stakeholders into a unified security blueprinting strategy and ensuring that architecture, threat modeling, governance, and documentation were technically strong and operationally practical.
Martin Waßmann
Founder | Hands-On Consulting for Digital Transformation, Industry 4.0 & Interim Management
Last position:
Founder | Hands-On Consulting for Digital Transformation, Industry 4.0 & Interim Management at Martin Waßmann (IT-OT Experts)
- Developing and driving solutions for business challenges with clear value for the company
- Value-driven approach to avoid the pilot trap! Scaling instead of endless PoCs.
- SIRI (TÜV Süd)-based assessment of your Industry 4.0 maturity and scalable digitalization (MES, IIoT)
- Innovative, data-driven 4.0 architectures for effective business transformation
- Transforming existing ISA-95 & ISA-88 environments (MES, ERP, Cloud) into modern IT/OT architectures (UNS, MQTT) in line with IEC62443
Klaus Rheinwald
Senior Project Manager
Last position:
Management Consultant Compliance/Data Protection at Telefónica Germany GmbH & Co. OHG
Consulting on compliance and data protection topics in the telecommunications environment.
Frank Hoven
Process Manager/CPQ Expert
Last position:
Process Manager/CPQ Expert at Liebherr Mischtechnik
- With the CPQ process change from "ETO" to "CTO", the previous tools "Selling" and "Camos CPQ" are replaced by "MS Dynamics 365" and "Configure One CPQ".
- Assessment of the current vs. target state and recommendations for action.
- Assessing the project from an external perspective (both technically and in terms of content).
- Evaluating the Configure One system in the context of LMT.
- Jointly develop a concept for further CPQ implementation and create an MVP.
- Change and stakeholder management.
- Product Owner for setting up follow-up projects.
- Handover to business units.
- Final consulting on open issues (e.g. future controlling).
Maryam Mouzarani
AI Red Team Engineer
Last position:
AI Red Team Engineer at Applause
- Performed security assessments and penetration testing on Microsoft AI models for text, image, and video generation.
- Conducted prompt injection attacks through diverse input vectors, including crafted text, steganographic images, and manipulated visual elements (e.g., varying opacity and embedded content).
Minh Duc Vu
Senior System Engineer Network & Security
Last position:
Senior System Engineer Network & Security at F.S. Fehrer GmbH & Co. KG
- Responsible for configuring, maintaining, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing the IT infrastructure, including Extreme Networks, SD-WAN, and Fortinet security solutions, at all international company locations in Europe and North America
- Developed a comprehensive strategic roadmap to optimize network architecture, including VLANs, NAC, QoS, firewall configurations, VPNs, DPI, NGFW, threat intelligence, and SSL/TLS inspection
- Implemented the OneIT strategy by introducing new technologies such as Cisco DNA Center, ExtremeCloud IQ, FortiOS, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer, boosting staff expertise and IT system efficiency
- Integrated IT and OT systems to optimize network and security architecture and improve operational efficiency
Valentina Lattut
Parental Break & Professional Development
Last position:
Parental Break & Professional Development at Parental Break & Professional Development
- Embraced full-time caregiving while achieving B2 German fluency
- Advanced cybersecurity skills through hands-on training at Masterschool
- Worked with AI & LLM tools: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, prompt engineering basics, LLMs, AI-assisted writing tools
René Schmidt
CRM Developer
Last position:
CRM Developer at CiS GmbH
- Developed a greenfield CRM for managing incoming customer requests for a municipal utility provider
- Implemented with PHP/Symfony 5, EasyAdmin, Doctrine ORM and Oracle XE
- Handed over to CiS GmbH after initial groundwork as planned
Lutz Haase
Workshop participant
Last position:
Consultant for ASPICE, ISO 26262, ISO 2700X, APQP at Secop s.r.o.
- Support in the development and production of a refrigeration compressor
- Support in preparing the required documents according to ASPICE with cybersecurity, ISO 26262, ISO 2700X, APQP
Christian Steup
Consultant, Managing Director, Partner
Last position:
Consultant, Managing Director, Partner at ST & Partners UG
- Project experience in the automotive supplier industry and with German car OEMs
Daniel Pape
Professional Development
Last position:
Professional Development
Attained AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification.
Mastered Rust through self-study, including books, online courses, and open-source contributions.
Developed a serverless web application using AWS (RDS, Lambda, Polly, Amplify) and TypeScript/React/D3, managed infrastructure with CDK.
Continuously stayed updated with industry trends through self-education, webinars, and workshops, exploring Data Mesh and FastAPI.
Stefanie Schmidt
Software Developer for web applications
Last position:
Software Developer for web applications at Rene Schmidt DevOps UG (haftungsbeschränkt) & Co. KG
- Web application management
- Development of applications and components using PHP with Symfony and Doctrine/PostgreSQL
- CSS optimization and customization with Twitter Bootstrap, HTML, JavaScript and jQuery to company specifications
- Developed a message queue system using RabbitMQ and NodeJS
- WordPress plugin development and WordPress theme customization
- App development for Android with Flutter and Dart
- Implemented event-based action logging system with Symfony v5.2
Guido Schmetkamp
Freelancer
Last position:
Freelancer at IT Consulting GS
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CompTIA Security+ statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
23 years
Position duration
2.6 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Aerospace and Defense, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Business Intelligence, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
85%
Master's degree or higher
46%
Doctorate
23%
Certifications per freelancer
8
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
93%
Daily Rate Distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers holding this certification are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Average rates for CompTIA Security+ & Seniority distribution
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? See our quick guide to FRATCH
CompTIA Security+ validates practical cybersecurity fundamentals. It shows that a professional understands common threats, basic defensive controls, incident response, identity and access concepts, and secure operations. For employers, that is a useful sign that the freelancer can work with security tasks in a structured way.
Security+ sits between the two. It covers hands-on security topics such as network protection and incident handling, but it also includes risk, governance, and operational best practices. That balance makes it useful for freelancers who need to support both technical teams and business-facing security work.
Security+ is a foundation certificate, while CISSP and similar credentials are aimed at more senior security leadership and architecture roles. Security+ is about proving broad baseline knowledge, not deep specialization. Companies often use it to identify reliable entry-level or generalist security support.
It suits freelancers who support security operations, system administration, IT support, or junior analyst work. It is also a good fit for professionals moving into cybersecurity from general IT. In Hamburg, it can help freelancers show they are ready for assignments with international teams and clear security requirements.
A candidate should already be comfortable with basic networking, operating system concepts, and common IT workflows. The certification is easier to approach when the person has seen real environments, even if only in support or operations roles. Preparation usually combines theory with plenty of scenario-based practice.
CompTIA Security+ does not usually require a long list of formal prerequisites, but practical IT or security experience helps. Like many CompTIA certifications, it must be kept current through renewal activity, so holders need to stay active with continuing education or retesting. That makes it a certification that reflects ongoing professional upkeep, not just a one-time exam.
A freelancer holding CompTIA Security+ is useful for access reviews, security awareness support, endpoint hardening, vulnerability triage, and incident response assistance. The certification is also relevant in regulated environments where teams need consistent security basics. It is especially helpful when the work needs someone who can communicate clearly across IT and operations.
CompTIA Security+ is a practical signal when you need a freelancer in Hamburg who can join a team quickly and work with common security procedures. It is useful for companies that want local availability, but also flexible remote collaboration in English or German. That makes it a good filter for short-term support and ongoing security tasks alike.
The average hourly rate for freelancers with CompTIA Security+ in Hamburg, Germany is 105 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 841 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers with CompTIA Security+ in Hamburg, Germany, 85% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 46% hold at least a Master's degree, and 23% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers with CompTIA Security+ in Hamburg, Germany have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers with CompTIA Security+ in Hamburg, Germany are German (100%), English (93%), and Spanish (36%).
The most common industries among freelancers with CompTIA Security+ in Hamburg, Germany are Information Technology (86%), Aerospace and Defense (57%), and Manufacturing (57%).
The most common business areas among freelancers with CompTIA Security+ in Hamburg, Germany are Information Technology (93%), Project Management (86%), and Product Development (71%).
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