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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Shape the future of proactive security services by owning the portfolio, aligning stakeholders, and driving value through effective backlog management and delivery coordination. Transform strategy int...
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Empower the proactive security services portfolio by defining vision, priorities, and managing workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver robust risk and security solutions, driving value and...
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Join a team that's dedicated to delivering secure software with a focus on compliance, ensuring artifacts are hardened and validated in a streamlined DevSecOps pipeline while collaborating with vendor...
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Unlock your potential as you deliver high-quality security software, mentor team members, and drive a culture of technical excellence within an agile environment. Collaborate across projects to ensure...
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Software Engineer with QA Experience - REMOTE
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Join a team that drives high-quality security solutions through agile practices, mentoring junior engineers while tackling complex challenges in distributed systems and automated testing...
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Shape the future of security architecture by designing robust, zero trust frameworks across diverse environments, ensuring compliance with industry standards while maintaining high security for enterp...
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Unlock your potential by supporting cybersecurity initiatives as a technical advisor with a focus on risk management and security assessments. Drive the implementation of policies and safeguard inform...
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Senior Offensive Security & Exposure Management Analyst
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Lead the charge in enhancing security measures through continuous penetration testing and risk analysis. Collaborate with engineering and cloud teams to address vulnerabilities and ensure a robust sec...
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Optimize network infrastructure and enhance performance by leveraging your technical expertise in routing, security, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with teams to support mission-critical operations...
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Join a team that's transforming the federal landscape by delivering innovative solutions through pre-sales and post-sales engagement. Leverage your expertise in software COTS deployment to enhance our...
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Provide technical support and maintenance for diverse IT systems, ensuring optimal performance for USSOCOM operations through effective troubleshooting and problem-solving. Collaborate with teams to e...
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Cyber Software Engineer (Windows Kernel)
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Unlock potential by designing and developing low-level kernel components, performing reverse engineering on Windows binaries, and collaborating with cybersecurity teams for threat analysis and solutio...
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Unlock your potential as a Cyber Protection Principal Engineer in a dynamic cloud environment. Lead efforts in cloud penetration testing, threat emulation, and security assessments, enhancing capabili...
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Join a team that's pivotal in securing sensitive environments. Support and enhance a complex accredited network while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure mission readiness and compliance with c...
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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.