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Seems like that would be a good credential for a computer security consultant to have

By that line of thinking, I can't wait for Bernie Madoff to get out and start another hedge fund. o_O

Or to start a company to help people AVOID scams maybe?

Wouldn't people prefer credentials that don't involve breaking the law?

It would seem like he has more to lose and will understand the consequences better than someone in that space who hasn't spent years in jail.