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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$82K - $154K *

Address security risks by executing penetration testing on diverse technologies. Bring your expertise to assess vulnerabilities and deliver impactful recommendations, while leading security testing op...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$64K - $117K *

Drive your career forward as a cybersecurity consultant, performing advanced penetration tests and security assessments while collaborating with a talented team to protect client environments and enha...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $165K *

Lead the charge in ethical hacking initiatives, overseeing security testing across networks, cloud, and AI technologies. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities, enhance defenses, and safeg...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Innovate and lead hands-on security assessments of embedded and IoT devices, utilizing your offensive security and hardware expertise to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities that impact client securi...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Optimize client OT security by assessing systems without operational risk. Engage closely with clients to convey actionable insights while avoiding disruptions, leveraging deep expertise in sensitive...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Address security challenges as a Senior Security Consultant. Conduct web application penetration tests, mentor peers, and enhance client security through expertise and innovation in offensive cybersec...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $154K *

Join a dynamic team overseeing vital information security measures across multiple platforms, enhancing the integrity of critical finance-related applications through manual testing and strategic coll...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $165K *

Pioneer innovations in information security by leading manual penetration testing, enhancing application security, and influencing critical regulatory compliance while driving strategic initiatives ac...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $175K *

Advance application security initiatives by leading manual code reviews, penetration tests, and threat modeling. Work closely with clients to strengthen their secure development processes, delivering...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $242K *

Engineer innovative web application penetration tests, identifying critical vulnerabilities in real customer environments, and enhancing automated testing capabilities through expert manual analysis a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of customer engagement by leveraging your technical expertise to lead pre-sales solutions, ensure smooth onboarding, and guide teams toward delivering exceptional...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $215K *

Transform mission-critical DoD software delivery by designing and leading a secure, scalable DevSecOps pipeline. Own the software lifecycle from development through production deployment while ensurin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Champion end-to-end security across diverse platforms by embedding in engineering teams, driving autonomous CI/CD integrations, and enhancing AI-driven review processes to scale security faster than v...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Elevate your career by implementing secure DevSecOps practices in AWS GovCloud, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and automating infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to optimize deployment patterns and m...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by shaping the future of offensive security with AI. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance applications, validate vulnerabilities, and drive continuous improvement in an innova...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's passionate about developing cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions. As a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer, you will create robust software, drive projects across the stack, and men...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $135K *

Unlock potential by managing vulnerability assessments and compliance activities across various frameworks. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance cloud security, ensure accurate compliance docum...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Engage your engineering skills and creativity to build and enhance offensive security capabilities. Drive technical assessments, develop custom tools, and collaborate with teams to transform security...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Drive secure development by defining standards, enabling application security, and collaborating across teams to mitigate risks and enhance our cybersecurity posture in a dynamic software environment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $245K *

Take ownership of integrating security in CI/CD pipelines, ensuring secure cloud operations while empowering engineering teams at speed. Collaborate to fortify security architecture and manage vulnera...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading DevSecOps initiatives to enhance automation, CI/CD pipelines, and security for cloud infrastructure. Drive innovation while ensuring compliance with FedRAMP and DoD standar...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Drive impactful cybersecurity training initiatives by creating tailored programs and facilitating engaging learning experiences to equip individuals and organizations with essential skills for digital...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving customer satisfaction and retention as a vital advisor for enterprise clients. Your expertise will enhance their journey, facilitate growth, and shape our customer success...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform software quality by leading test strategy, enhancing automation, and fostering innovation. Drive collaboration across teams to ensure comprehensive testing while mentoring QA engineers and o...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Join our Risk & Compliance consulting team to lead PCI audits, assess client challenges, and ensure compliance with PCI-DSS. Leverage your expertise to improve security strategies while supporting cli...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.