Corey Moodie, Senior Microsoft & IT Engineer at Pearl Technology of Peoria Heights, IL, has completed his Certified Ethical Hacker certification examination process.

As an Ethical Hacker, Moodie is qualified to undertake attempts to penetrate networks and computer systems using the same methods as a hacker, but as a tool to help businesses improve and refine their information technology security initiatives. Although hacking is a felony in the United States and most other countries, it is legal and useful as a security-enhancing resource when performed by an Ethical Hacker for an organization.

IT security officers, auditors, security professionals, site administrators, and others concerned with the integrity of an institution's network infrastructure can utilize Moodie's certification by authorizing Pearl Technology to probe the network target in question. The results will help the organization pinpoint their IT security strengths and weaknesses and construct a plan for enhancing their IT security.

"We proudly hold our IT professionals to the highest standards, encouraging them to gain certifications and be knowledgeable of emerging trends in their industry to best serve Pearl Technology customers," says Greg Johnson, President of Pearl Technology. "Processes like the Certified Ethical Hacker certification help ensure our associates' IT expertise outmatches the competition and provide the best technology solutions for businesses who need to stay on top of security issues to keep their data and their customers' data safe."

Pearl Technology is part of the Pearl Companies, a privately held, multifaceted organization located in Peoria Heights, IL. Pearl Companies also includes Pearl Insurance, Pearl Benefits, Pearl Automotive, Pearl Carroll & Associates LLC, and W.B. Griffin & Son. The Pearl Companies' commitment to working hard, working smart, and working together has not only placed them in the enviable position they are today, but has also secured them a strong presence in the marketplace for years to come. For more information, please visit www.pearltechnology.com or call 888.750.4731.