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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level 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 Entry Level Application Penetration Tester vs Security Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Application Penetration TesterSecurity Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)CompTIA Security+, CISSP (entry-level roles)
Work EnvironmentHands-on testing, simulated attacks, vulnerability assessmentsMonitoring security systems, analyzing threats, incident response
Employer & Industry UsageCybersecurity firms, tech companies, government agenciesFinancial institutions, healthcare, corporate security teams

Entry Level Application Penetration Testers focus on identifying vulnerabilities in applications through simulated attacks, requiring technical skills and certifications like CEH. Security Analysts monitor and analyze security systems to detect threats, often with similar certifications but a broader focus on security operations. Both roles are essential in cybersecurity but differ in daily tasks and focus areas.

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Senior Specialist, MAST Application Penetration Tester

KPMG US

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Specialist, MAST Application Penetration Tester to join our Managed Services practice. The role involves conducting manual application penetration testing and executing threat modeling while demonstrating application testing experience.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct manual application penetration testing against API's (REST/SOAP), Web Applications, Mobile applications, and thick client applications
• Perform objective based on abstract penetration testing engagements
• Execute threat modeling, evaluate application business logic, and perform application architecture reviews
• Demonstrate application testing experience in real time via demos to both internal and external audiences
• Function independently in penetration testing engagements, with minimal oversight and guidance
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications:
Required:
• Minimum three years of recent experience in application penetration testing of Application Programming Interface (API's), web applications, or mobile applications
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent industry experience
• Ability to communicate reporting results with technical and non-technical audiences and lead remediation conversations
• Experience with burp suite pro, and other app testing tools such as Netsparker and Checkmarx
• Ability to travel as required
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
Preferred:
• One or more major ethical hacking certifications not required but preferred; GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT), Council for Registered Ethical Security Testers (CREST), Offensive Security Web Expert (OSWE), Offensive Security Web Assessor (OSWA)
Company:
KPMG is one of the world’s leading professional services firms and the fastest growing Big Four accounting firm in the United States. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in New York, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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