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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Unlock potential by modernizing cloud infrastructures and supporting cutting-edge solutions for national security. Collaborate with experts using the latest technologies to address complex challenges...
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Drive security transformations by modernizing systems and applications in support of DoD enterprise environments, leveraging advanced technologies to optimize performance and safeguard critical infras...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud infrastructure to support national security. Leverage your expertise in designing and implementing cloud solutions, and collaborate with top professional...
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Support DoD enterprise architectures by designing and administering F5 BIG-IP technologies, ensuring secure and efficient cloud environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams on critical...
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Drive cyber resilience initiatives by supporting advanced academic programs and operational strategies at the Naval Postgraduate School. Leverage your expertise in digital transformation and cybersecu...
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Engage with cutting-edge cloud technologies to modernize IT infrastructure. Collaborate with a team of experts to design, implement, and support robust enterprise solutions for national security, meet...
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Support cutting-edge DoD enterprise architectures by designing and implementing F5 BIG-IP solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security in both cloud and on-premise environmen...
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Join a team that's revolutionizing cloud capabilities for national security. Utilize cutting-edge technologies and partner with experienced professionals to modernize IT infrastructures and tackle com...
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Lead the charge in modernizing IT infrastructure for national security using advanced cloud technologies and enterprise platforms. Collaborate with expert teams to innovate and design robust solutions...
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Contribute to enhancing cybersecurity posture by conducting vulnerability assessments and ensuring compliance within Navy systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive remediation efforts and mainta...
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Elevate applications through developing and executing test plans while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance with user requirements. Requires a detail-oriented app...
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Elevate open-source intelligence collection to uncover trends in biosafety and biosecurity. Collaborate across intelligence disciplines to provide insights through thorough analysis and reporting on c...
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Transform intelligence collection by conducting OSINT on emerging technologies, biosafety, and biosecurity while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to consolidate findings and drive initiative...
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Information Systems Security Officer - Federal
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Shape security governance and compliance for a FedRAMP-authorized environment, focusing on risk management, strategic stakeholder engagement, and leading cross-functional teams to fulfill federal comp...
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Explore new horizons in cybersecurity operations, ensuring robust vulnerability management, compliance, and reporting for Navy systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance security posture and support m...
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Senior Front-End Engineer - Agentic AI
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Transform user experiences by designing and building intuitive front-end solutions for a cutting-edge AI platform. Collaborate with teams to create responsive, user-friendly interfaces that empower de...
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Compliance / Security Engineer TS SCI
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Drive compliance excellence in a high-security DoD program, leading ATO and IATT workstreams while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure timely authorizations. Utilize expert-level security framew...
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide engineering support for water and wastewater projects, enhancing system design, installation, and project management while ensuring compliance with i...
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Principal Software Engineer (Test)
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Shape the future of military aviation by leading software testing initiatives. Collaborate with a skilled team to design, develop, and validate advanced avionics systems, while ensuring their performa...
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Enhance cybersecurity measures by engineering enterprise solutions that align with federal standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to support compliance and secure IT environments while driving innov...
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Take ownership of cybersecurity engineering initiatives, delivering robust solutions for federal IT environments, ensuring compliance, and guiding stakeholders to align security practices with agency...
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Transform federal cybersecurity by delivering enterprise-scale solutions, ensuring compliance with federal mandates, and supporting modernization initiatives across IT environments with a focus on sec...
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Shape the future of our information security landscape by overseeing compliance, identifying risks, and enhancing security protocols across diverse technologies and operations, while collaborating wit...
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The Cybersecurity Engineer at Warner Bros. Discovery will play a key role in the Security Engineering team, ensuring that security best practices are followed and that tools and processes supporting a...
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The Cybersecurity Engineer at Warner Bros. Discovery will play a key role in the Security Engineering team, ensuring that security best practices are followed and that tools and processes supporting a...
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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.