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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Empower your career by ensuring customers achieve success using our innovative platform. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to lead technical implementations and drive product adoption while voicin...
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Unlock potential by guiding customers through technical implementations and driving product adoption. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful outcomes and act as the technical voice of the custome...
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Cyber Security Manager (Customer Identity and Access Management)
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Oversee a team dedicated to enforcing and managing cyber security controls, ensuring robust protection against threats while aligning with broader security strategies and standards. Lead efforts in in...
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Senior DevSecOps/Systems Engineer (Navy/DoD)
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Shape the future of Navy tactical networks by integrating and deploying containerized software in a collaborative DevSecOps environment, ensuring reliable operations across various test and operationa...
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Execute comprehensive testing and validation of Power Apps, Liferay, and BI solutions. Leverage your expertise in automated testing and collaboration in Agile environments to ensure application qualit...
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Senior Developer, Product Security
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Lead the charge in enhancing security features across all platforms. You'll implement cutting-edge solutions, drive best practices, and mentor fellow developers while ensuring the integrity and securi...
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Cyber Security Manager (Customer Identity and Access Management)
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Lead and manage a dynamic team to enhance cyber security protocols and strategies. Oversee controls to protect systems from threats while collaborating across departments to ensure effective risk mana...
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Cyber Security Manager (Customer Identity and Access Management)
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Cyber Security Manager (Customer Identity and Access Management)
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Software Engineer, Detection (TOR)
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Security Analyst - Application Security
$55K - $128K *
Conduct security assessments and perform penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities. Collaborate on enhancing security protocols, document findings, and support initiatives to strengthen the orga...
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Security Analyst - Application Security
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Join a dynamic team as a Security Analyst, focusing on penetration testing and vulnerability assessment. Leverage your skills to enhance security measures and protect organizational assets while colla...
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Security Analyst - Application Security
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Elevate security by conducting thorough vulnerability assessments, leveraging expert knowledge in penetration testing, and enhancing security protocols. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational in...
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Security Analyst - Application Security
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Lead security initiatives by conducting thorough assessments and penetration testing, ensuring robust protection against vulnerabilities while enhancing security protocols across the organization...
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Security Analyst - Application Security
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Contribute to enhancing cybersecurity by performing assessments, vulnerability testing, and remediation efforts while collaborating with teams to improve our overall security posture and ensure compli...
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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.