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Gemini

Penetration Tester

Charlotte, NC · On-site

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 5+ years of experience in security applications and systems Minimum of 5 years of Information Security Engineer/Consultant experience with application penetration testing.

Gemini

Penetration Tester

Charlotte, NC · On-site

... with application penetration testing. • Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience with automated penetration tools • Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience with manual penetration ...

M9 Solutions

Penetration Tester II

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $180K/yr

Experience with Mobile Device Application penetration testing. * Experience with Federal and Commercial Cloud technology penetration testing. * Experience conducting High Value Asset Assessments.

M9 Solutions

Penetration Tester III

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $180K/yr

Experience with Mobile Device Application penetration testing. * Experience with Federal and Commercial Cloud technology penetration testing. * Experience conducting High Value Asset Assessments.

Syntricate Technologies

Penetration Tester

Tampa, FL · On-site

The Application Security Associate is responsible for the security testing and risk analysis of ... Perform Ethical Application Penetration Testing (EAPT) on web applications and APIs. * Coordinate ...

Syntricate Technologies

Penetration tester

Dallas, TX · On-site

Software/Web Application/Web Services penetration testing network Penetration Testing Mobile Application Penetration Testing Thick Client Penetration Testing Knows scripting language Review test ...

Marathon TS

Penetration Tester

Manassas Park, VA · On-site

Lead enterprise and system-focused network and application penetration assessments to identify security risks and vulnerabilities. * Perform testing on a wide scope of systems, including web ...

BizTek People

Penetration Tester

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

... penetration testing or application security background Strong understanding of a variety of ... Application development, networking, systems administration, and information security practices.

ECS

Penetration Tester

Falls Church, VA · On-site

... and web application penetration testing activities to identify exploitable vulnerabilities, insecure configurations, and attack paths that bypass automated security controls. • Performs ...

EnDyna

Penetration Testing - Mid-Level/Senior

Mclean, VA · On-site

Penetration Tester EnDyna is seeking experienced Penetration Testers to support the Department of ... Perform web application penetration testing * Perform cloud security assessments * Perform wireless ...

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How much do associate application penetration tester jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate application penetration tester in the United States is $132,307.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,500.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate Application Penetration Tester vs Application Security Analyst?

AspectAssociate Application Penetration TesterApplication Security Analyst
CertificationsOSCP, CEH, CompTIA Security+GIAC, CISSP, CSSLP
Work EnvironmentHands-on testing, vulnerability assessmentsSecurity monitoring, risk analysis
Employer & Industry UsageCybersecurity firms, tech companiesFinancial, healthcare, enterprise sectors
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Associate Application Penetration Tester primarily focuses on conducting penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities in applications, often working in a hands-on environment. In contrast, an Application Security Analyst emphasizes monitoring security, analyzing risks, and implementing security measures. While both roles require cybersecurity certifications and are integral to application security, their daily tasks and focus areas differ, making them distinct but complementary positions in cybersecurity teams.

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NIH - Penetration Tester

NIH - Penetration Tester

cFocus Software Incorporated

Bethesda, MD • On-site

Other

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

cFocus Software seeks a Penetration Tester to join our program supporting the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This position is fully remote. This position requires a Public Trust or the ability to obtain a public trust clearance.
Qualifications:
  • Public Trust Clearance
  • B.S. Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience conducting penetration testing or offensive cybersecurity operations.
  • Experience performing enterprise penetration testing.
  • Experience with network and application security assessments.
  • Experience documenting technical security findings.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain NIH suitability/background investigation.
  • Active OSCP, OSEP, GPEN, GXPN, CEH, PenTest+, or CISSP

Duties:
  • Conduct enterprise penetration testing activities including:
    • Perform internal and external network penetration testing.
    • Conduct web application penetration testing.
    • Execute infrastructure security testing.
    • Perform cloud penetration testing.
    • Conduct operating system security assessments.
    • Perform wireless security testing.
    • Assess Active Directory security.
    • Conduct application security testing.
    • Simulate real-world cyberattacks using industry-standard offensive security methodologies.
    • Perform controlled exploitation activities to identify security weaknesses.
    • Validate effectiveness of implemented security controls.
    • Identify attack paths and privilege escalation opportunities.
    • Document technical findings and supporting evidence.
  • Prepare comprehensive penetration testing plans
  • Provide Red Team Support

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