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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Lead and conduct penetration tests within a dynamic environment, assessing security vulnerabilities and guiding remediation efforts to enhance systems’ defenses while collaborating with cross-function...
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$90K - $120K *
Champion cybersecurity advancements by conducting comprehensive penetration tests and evaluations. Optimize operational strategies in diverse environments while collaborating with teams to enhance net...
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$130K - $145K *
Solve security challenges by conducting penetration tests on hardware, software, and embedded systems. Analyze vulnerabilities, develop exploits, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance prod...
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Drive vulnerability management strategies across on-premises and cloud environments while leading assessments, collaborating with teams, and enhancing security posture through effective remediation an...
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Unlock the potential of cybersecurity by leading penetration testing efforts. Collaborate across teams to enhance security measures, identify vulnerabilities, and deliver comprehensive assessments to...
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Engage in transformative penetration testing to proactively identify and remediate vulnerabilities in diverse IT environments, ensuring robust security posture. Collaborate across teams to develop inn...
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Penetration Tester / Active Secret
$86K - $138K *
Lead and conduct penetration tests to evaluate and enhance system security. Collaborate with engineering teams to address vulnerabilities, employing advanced tools and methodologies to ensure complian...
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$104K - $166K *
Support and lead penetration testing to enhance cybersecurity measures. Identify vulnerabilities and propose solutions in line with NIST compliance while maintaining tools and infrastructure for effec...
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Execute advanced penetration tests and security assessments for critical systems. Lead a skilled Red Cell team in identifying vulnerabilities and reporting findings, enhancing organizational cybersecu...
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$141K - $236K *
Engineer innovative security solutions by evaluating network vulnerabilities. Lead penetration testing efforts, develop threat models, and propose effective defensive strategies to safeguard against a...
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Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading advanced penetration testing efforts. Engage in red and blue team operations, assess risks, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance security post...
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Empower the security landscape by leading complex penetration testing efforts. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities, recommend solutions, and enhance defenses in cloud-native application...
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Penetration Tester - TS/SCI with Polygraph
$124K - $168K *
Join us to conduct penetration testing, identify vulnerabilities, and provide security recommendations that promote robust defense strategies in a dynamic cybersecurity environment. Collaborate with t...
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Consultant, Penetration Tester
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Drive your career forward as a cybersecurity consultant, performing advanced penetration tests and security assessments while collaborating with a talented team to protect client environments and enha...
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Penetration Tester / Red Team Consultant - Public Sector
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security through expert penetration testing in diverse public sector environments, assessing vulnerabilities and strengthening defenses across government appl...
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$122K - $204K *
Engage in advanced penetration testing as a key member of the Cyber Security team. You will lead initiatives to identify weaknesses in web, mobile, cloud, and AI applications, collaborating with stake...
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$122K - $204K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading penetration testing initiatives, identifying vulnerabilities, and collaborating across teams to ensure robust security for web, mobile, and cloud-based app...
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Champion advanced manual penetration testing initiatives to assess and validate security across applications, networks, and cloud environments. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to identify vulner...
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$122K - $204K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by conducting advanced penetration tests on web, mobile, and cloud applications. Collaborate across teams to identify vulnerabilities and enhance security measures, w...
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Innovate with us to assess and validate security across web, mobile, cloud, and AI applications. Lead advanced penetration testing initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to identify vulnerabilit...
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Champion security improvements by leading end-to-end penetration testing initiatives across diverse applications, identifying vulnerabilities, and collaborating with stakeholders to implement effectiv...
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Pioneer security innovation by conducting application security assessments, managing risk, and leveraging AI tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance systems, ensuring the safety and...
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$131K - $237K *
Join a dynamic team leading advanced penetration testing efforts. You will manage operations, conduct assessments, and enhance security for critical systems while mentoring skilled professionals in a...
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Offensive Security Lead - Penetration Testing
$98K - $167K *
Drive security excellence by spearheading risk assessments, vulnerability testing, and strategic recommendations to enhance clients' cybersecurity practices across diverse industries. Collaborate with...
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Penetration Tester, Delivery Senior Consultant
$90K - $130K *
Advance your career by performing web application and API penetration tests, identifying vulnerabilities, and collaborating with teams to enhance security measures. Contribute to developing security s...
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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.