WordPress Security Specialist for Malware Cleanup

**Job Title:** WordPress Malware Removal & Security Hardening + Full Update

**Description:**

My WordPress website was recently infected with malware. I have already restored a backup, but I want to ensure the site is completely clean, secure, and properly updated.

I am looking for an experienced WordPress security specialist who can handle the following:

* Perform a full malware scan (files and database)
* Remove any malicious code, backdoors, or hidden threats
* Identify the source of the infection
* Apply security hardening (firewall, permissions, best practices)
* Update WordPress core, themes, and plugins as needed (site has not had maintenance in about a year)
* Ensure the website is stable and functioning correctly after cleanup
* Provide basic recommendations to prevent future issues

**Important:
Please confirm that your process includes checking both files and database. I am not looking for a simple WordPress reinstallation.

**Requirements:

* Proven experience with WordPress malware removal
* Ability to explain what was found and fixed
* Strong attention to detail and security

Please include examples of similar work you have completed.