A Penetration Tester, or Ethical Hacker, evaluates an organization's IT systems, networks, and software applications for vulnerabilities that could be exploited by cybercriminals. On Ladders, you will find an extensive range of top-paying Penetration Tester jobs across various industries.
At Ladders, we curate high caliber penetration tester positions that offer a minimum annual salary of $100,000. Our platform caters to professionals, making your job hunt easier and more efficient.
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Join a team that's shaping the future of security by performing penetration tests and safeguarding critical applications. Engage with clients to enhance their security posture through thorough testing...
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Elevate your career by joining a dynamic pentesting team, performing hands-on security assessments to protect mission-critical applications and mentor junior testers, while collaborating directly with...
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Drive security excellence by identifying and remediating vulnerabilities through cutting-edge penetration testing across applications and networks, ensuring a strong defense against cyber threats whil...
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Explore the world of cybersecurity as a Penetration Tester, simulating attacks and assessing security across diverse environments. Your expertise will help organizations identify vulnerabilities and e...
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Unlock potential by joining our dedicated Assessment Team to conduct comprehensive security audits, penetration tests, and provide expert guidance on enhancing security practices and risk reduction fo...
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Lead the charge in designing and executing a scalable, unified penetration-testing program across network, application, and cloud environments, ensuring alignment with security objectives and guiding...
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Champion security through advanced penetration testing and risk assessment, focusing on systems and applications. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities, recommend strategies, and perform...
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Execute comprehensive security assessments, manage penetration tests, and support innovative strategies to secure critical systems for high-profile clients across various industries, fostering growth...
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Accelerate progress at the forefront of cybersecurity by tackling security vulnerabilities and leading penetration testing efforts to safeguard systems and applications, while collaborating with diver...
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Champion our cybersecurity efforts by conducting advanced penetration tests, identifying vulnerabilities, and developing strategic security measures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...
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Penetration Tester with Splunk
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Drive innovation by identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in network systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures and support the development of effective defensive strategies aga...
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Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading vulnerability and penetration testing efforts, evaluating emerging technologies, and ensuring compliance with security regulations across diverse informati...
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Drive security excellence by conducting penetration tests and audits, enhancing network safety and client education, while collaborating with a skilled team to mitigate risks and deliver insightful as...
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Join a dynamic team to assess and enhance the security posture of IT systems by conducting thorough penetration testing and collaborating with stakeholders to identify vulnerabilities and improve secu...
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Discover new vulnerabilities and enhance IT security by conducting thorough penetration tests and collaborating with stakeholders to bolster defenses against emerging cyber threats while leading a ded...
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Empower cybersecurity through authorized penetration testing of federal systems, producing detailed reports and coordinating remediation efforts, while strictly adhering to compliance and security pro...
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Penetration Tester in Chandler AZ
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Optimize application security by leveraging your expertise in secure coding and consulting. Collaborate with teams to address complex issues and ensure compliance while enhancing data integrity and co...
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Explore a vital cybersecurity role executing offensive security assessments across classified and unclassified environments. This position enhances network, application, and cloud security, ensuring c...
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Champion cybersecurity by executing penetration tests, identifying vulnerabilities, and enhancing defense mechanisms across diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to reinforce security measures...
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Optimize security assessments by executing advanced penetration tests on both classified and unclassified information systems. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance cybersecurity posture and ensu...
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Empower our security initiatives by conducting comprehensive vulnerability assessments, establishing security tools, and collaborating with developers to enhance secure coding practices and integrate...
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Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity by leading complex penetration tests across various systems. Oversee testing operations, develop strategies, and deliver actionable insights to enhance resi...
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Analyze and support advanced penetration testing and vulnerability assessments for Federal mission systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to assess security risks and provide actionable remediation p...
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Analyze projects in security compliance, collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality results. Contribute to a culture of excellence while developing skills across various service lines including...
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Manage complex application penetration testing initiatives across global teams, ensuring the security and quality of applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop best practices and effective...
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What does a Penetration Tester do?
A Penetration Tester evaluates an organization's IT infrastructure for potential vulnerabilities that could be leveraged by hackers. They use a range of tools and techniques to identify and document these security risks.
What skills are required to become a Penetration Tester?
Penetration Testers typically require technical skills such as understanding of networking protocols, coding, and knowledge of different operating systems. They must also have a strong grasp of cybersecurity principles.
What income can I expect as a Penetration Tester?
The salary for a Penetration Tester can vary, but positions listed on Ladders have a minimum annual income of $100K.
How can I increase my chances of finding a high-paying Penetration Tester job?
Joining Ladders will increase your chance of locating and applying to high paying Penetration Tester jobs. We specialize in jobs that meet the $100K minimum salary.