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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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct advanced penetration tests, assess security vulnerabilities, and enhance risk management strategies across various environments, ensuring robust cybe...
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Drive security excellence by assessing vulnerabilities across applications, networks, and cloud platforms. Utilize advanced techniques to simulate real-world attacks, analyze risks, and deliver action...
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Transform security assessments into actionable insights by conducting penetration tests and identifying vulnerabilities across diverse environments, enhancing organizational resilience and safety thro...
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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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Join a dynamic team to evaluate and enhance cyber defenses through penetration testing, risk assessments, and vulnerability analysis. Leverage your expertise in reverse engineering and exploit develop...
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Penetration Tester / Active Secret
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Join our team to lead penetration tests, identify security vulnerabilities, and implement NIST 800-53 compliant remediations. Collaborate with system owners and engineers to enhance cybersecurity acro...
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Lead a team in applying advanced penetration testing techniques to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities within information systems, enhancing the overall cybersecurity posture through thorough assess...
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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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Contribute to the enhancement of security measures by assessing vulnerabilities, conducting penetration tests, and providing actionable insights to strengthen the organization’s defenses against cyber...
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Drive security enhancements by conducting thorough penetration tests, simulating real-world attacks, and providing actionable insights to improve organizational defenses while communicating findings e...
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Take ownership of penetration testing engagements that enhance FAA infrastructure security. Collaborate with experts to identify vulnerabilities, execute tests, and produce detailed reports while adhe...
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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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Lead the charge in cyber threat emulation by executing full-spectrum penetration testing to identify and mitigate risks. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance organizational defenses and simulate...
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Pioneer vulnerability management initiatives, leading assessments and remediation efforts across diverse environments. Collaborate with security teams to enhance risk mitigation strategies and ensure...
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Join us in enhancing security by performing comprehensive cyber penetration testing. Utilize your expertise to identify vulnerabilities, analyze network infrastructures, and implement robust risk miti...
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Lead the charge in advancing security measures by performing penetration tests and providing expert consulting. Collaborate with teams to assess and mitigate risks, ensuring a balance between security...
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Join a team that's at the forefront of cybersecurity, ensuring robust protection through penetration testing and security consulting. Collaborate with IT and business teams to craft risk-based securit...
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Penetration Tester (Skill Level 3)
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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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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.