Penetration Tester Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$75K - $158K *

Optimize security practices by managing the Tenable environment on Linux. Drive vulnerability assessments, collaborate with IT teams, and deliver reports to enhance the organization’s cybersecurity po...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $152K *

Shape the future as a key player in developing innovative solutions for complex user workflows in a high-impact software engineering role. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptiona...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing scalable web applications that enhance user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality standards and mentor engineers in a d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $163K *

Lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge authentication services as a Staff Software Engineer, enhancing PingOne's scalable multi-tenant SaaS platform through innovative solutions and collab...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $216K *

Engineer cybersecurity solutions by assessing risks and implementing security measures. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with regulations while guiding developers on security policies to pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $183K *

Contribute to secure software development by leading design and implementation efforts, mentoring engineers and addressing complex challenges in client-side applications across multiple platforms incl...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $250K *

Lead a dynamic team focused on security and compliance for SaaS, AI/ML, and IoT applications. Drive SOC 2 readiness, embed security across engineering practices, and engage stakeholders to ensure the...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance cybersecurity measures by identifying threats, implementing protective strategies, and leading incident response. Contribute to vulnerability assessments and collaborate with IT teams to maint...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as you design and implement enterprise security architectures, ensuring robust protection against evolving cyber threats while leading in risk management, compliance, and security...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive secure development and operation of agentic AI systems, collaborating with software engineers to implement robust security practices while leading the integration of AI risk management protocols...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cybersecurity operations through automation and data integration, ensuring risk visibility and efficiency. Collaborate with professionals to design solutions that bolste...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance efforts for the EDGAR 2.0 platform by designing and executing tests in an Agile environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate features and enhance testing ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Empower quality engineering for an Agile-driven platform by designing and documenting comprehensive tests. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate features and enhance testing efficiency u...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Innovate robust security architectures for DoD tactical systems. Engage in hands-on integration and security design, ensuring compliance with stringent operational and military requirements while enha...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$235K - $260K *

Pioneer the future of open source engineering by enhancing high-impact repos, driving community adoption, and developing innovative context primitives. Your coding expertise and strategic vision will...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions to streamline operations for a federal client. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, build, and enhance applications that transform manua...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Champion your career by ensuring optimal performance of cutting-edge network infrastructure. This senior role leads testing and certification efforts, focusing on automation, security, and improving u...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by managing and streamlining vulnerability remediation across multiple teams. Collaborate to ensure timely updates and improvements in processes, enhancing the overal...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $160K *

Develop advanced AI agents for security solutions, working closely with customers to tailor implementations, drive project success, and enhance platform capabilities in dynamic environments with full...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join an innovative team to lead CI/CD strategies and automation efforts, driving modernization initiatives while mentoring engineers and optimizing software delivery processes for a vital government-f...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading DevOps initiatives that enhance software delivery, automate processes, and mentor a talented team. Drive modernization efforts in a collaborative, government-focused t...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $120K *

Transform public interest databases by developing robust cloud-based data pipelines and tools. Collaborate with a small team to enhance local journalism insights through innovative AI and database sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance public interest databases by developing data pipelines and cloud systems, focusing on local journalism and municipal decision transparency, while collaborating with rese...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and execution of secure CI/CD pipelines. Drive Agile methodologies and apply innovative practices to enhance cloud-native software releases in a dynamic, collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Drive innovative software solutions by developing, testing, and implementing algorithms in an agile environment. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure project goals and mission success w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Penetration Tester do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.