Okay, let’s tackle this. So Gene Caldwell has 15+ years of experience in IT, which is a solid amount of time to build expertise. He’s certified in CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+, which are industry-recognized credentials. He also has a degree in Computer Science. Location is Nederland, Texas, which is a smaller market. IT professionals with similar experience and certifications in smaller markets tend to charge lower rates. Maybe around $50–$100 per hour for a network administrator. But considering his certifications and experience, maybe higher. Some IT professionals with similar credentials in larger markets might average $125–$200 per hour. So I’ll estimate around $75