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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Principal Vulnerability Researcher ($300k+/year + Sign-On Bonus)
$300K - $325K *
Lead the charge in vulnerability research, providing strategic technical leadership across hardware and software domains. Collaborate with engineers and clients to assess risks and develop countermeas...
3 weeks ago
Principal Application Security Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading and shaping a comprehensive Application Security program, mentoring team members, and driving security initiatives in a multi-stakeholder environment for a proactive, integ...
1 week ago
Principal Application Security Engineer
$135K - $160K *
Transform the Application Security landscape by leading initiatives, mentoring team members, and embedding security in the product development lifecycle. Drive proactive security measures across diver...
1 week ago
$123K - $168K *
Drive success through collaboration, research, and analysis in SIGINT intelligence reporting, focusing on national security efforts. Utilize strong critical thinking and analytic skills to support mis...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Bring your expertise to design and implement complex network infrastructure solutions while providing technical support and analysis. Collaborate with clients, enhance system performance, and ensure c...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Analyze and enhance security measures for clients, collaborating with key stakeholders to prevent vulnerabilities. Oversee security operations, support requests, and provide insightful reporting to en...
5 days ago
Technical Lead (Threat Modeling, PSIRT)
$138K - $165K *
Drive product security initiatives by managing vulnerability lifecycles, leading testing strategies, and collaborating across teams to fortify network architecture and ensure compliance in a dynamic e...
3 weeks ago
Principal Firmware Reverse Engineer III AI-Assisted
$209K - $266K *
Drive innovation in reverse engineering through enhanced tooling solutions that streamline workflows and improve efficiency. Collaborate closely with engineers and customers to create cutting-edge aut...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of integration by connecting legacy and modern systems. Develop secure APIs and workflows, collaborating across teams to enhance operational resilience and data accessibility for fede...
1 week ago
$112K - $179K *
Lead a dynamic team in cyber threat analysis and investigations, focusing on national security. Utilize advanced skills to assess threats, conduct research, and deliver impactful reporting within a co...
1 week ago
Senior Vulnerability Researcher
$130K - $196K *
Unlock potential by joining an elite team of security researchers to conduct advanced vulnerability research on wireless and embedded systems. Collaborate with developers and engineers to develop inno...
3 weeks ago
CyberSecurity Consultant | Contractor
$110K - $130K *
Collaborate with clients to craft and implement cybersecurity strategies, ensuring effective security frameworks and controls while leading integration projects in a flexible remote environment for op...
3 weeks ago
Information Security Systems Engineer (RHEL Focus)
$90K - $110K *
Optimize cybersecurity defenses by engineering and supporting SOC operations. Leverage automation to enhance system security, performing engineering tasks from inception to execution, while ensuring t...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $141K *
Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading penetration tests and developing cutting-edge tools. Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures while supporting training, compliance, and busines...
1 week ago
$150K - $250K *
Tackle complex software challenges by validating secure applications at scale. Collaborate in an Agile environment to enhance software quality, integrate automated tests, and ensure mission-critical s...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $250K *
Empower your career with this Automated Test Engineer role, where you'll design and implement automated testing solutions in a collaborative Agile environment, ensuring the quality of mission-critical...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead the security strategy for AI/ML systems, ensuring resilience against unique threats. Oversee risk assessments, manage security frameworks, and collaborate across teams to safeguard AI infrastruct...
2 weeks ago
Industrial Security Specialist
$82K - $130K *
Drive compliance and security innovation within complex organizations, enabling effective management of personnel and physical security. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows that support Depart...
Reposted 2 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Contribute to our security initiatives by overseeing vulnerability management, enhancing identity protocols, and ensuring cloud and application security. Collaborate with various teams to optimize sec...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Automated Application Tester
$110K - $130K *
Collaborate with engineering teams to define, execute, and document test plans, ensuring system reliability and functionality through DevOps practices and automated testing techniques. Drive quality c...
4 weeks ago
Information Security - Advisor
$95K - $115K *
Lead the design and implementation of secure system integrations with SailPoint IdentityIQ, working closely with application teams to enhance identity access management across the organization...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Attack Surface Testing SME
$90K - $189K *
Join a dynamic team to lead continuous cyber asset assessments, ensuring robust security by mentoring engineers, driving strategic assessments, and enhancing federal cyber defense through innovative v...
Yesterday
$110K - $130K *
Transform your cybersecurity career by leading Red Team operations, identifying vulnerabilities, and collaborating with teams to strengthen defenses across multiple environments while evolving strateg...
6 days ago
Cyber Technical Analyst Senior
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving critical intelligence operations by leveraging your expertise in cyber targeting and technical research, producing actionable intelligence that enhances decision-making in a...
1 week ago
Senior Vulnerability Researcher (5G & Protocol Security)
$113K - $237K *
Lead efforts in uncovering vulnerabilities in 5G and telecom protocols. Collaborate with teams to automate security testing and strengthen national cybersecurity through innovative analysis of proprie...
4 weeks ago
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.