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Koniag, Inc.

Penetration Testing Lead

Leesburg, VA · On-site

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Act as an ethical attacker (red team) to simulate cyber intrusions, or as defensive cybersecurity personnel (blue team) to strengthen system resilience. * Develop penetration testing Rules of ...

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Penetration Testing Lead

Leesburg, VA

  • Medical

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  • Retirement

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Act as an ethical attacker (red team) to simulate cyber intrusions, or as defensive cybersecurity personnel (blue team) to strengthen system resilience. * Develop penetration testing Rules of ...

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Penetration Testing Lead

Washington, DC · On-site

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Act as an ethical attacker (red team) to simulate cyber intrusions, or as defensive cybersecurity personnel (blue team) to strengthen system resilience. * Develop penetration testing Rules of ...

Ampcus Inc

Web Application Penetration Testing

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Penetration Tester to perform comprehensive web ... Preferred : • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) - Required. • OSCP (Offensive Security Certified ...

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Penetration Tester

Washington, DC · Hybrid

This role combines hands-on testing with leadership, mentoring, and collaboration across ... CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) * CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional ...

Amatriot Group, LLC

Penetration Tester

Rensselaer, NY · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Experience in penetration testing or ethical hacking with a focus on Java application security. * Experience with penetration testing tools such as Burp Suite and Metasploit. * Familiarity with ...

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Penetration Tester

Quantico, VA · Hybrid

Ethical Hacking: * * Conduct all penetration testing activities in a legal and ethical manner, adhering to established rules of engagement. * Protect the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Senior Penetration Tester

$90K - $150K/yr

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  • Retirement

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Possess a certification in penetration testing, such as: * Licensed Penetration Tester (LPT) * Certified Expert Penetration Tester (CEPT) * Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) * Global Information ...

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Penetration Tester

Washington, DC · Hybrid

This role combines hands-on testing with leadership, mentoring, and collaboration across ... CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) * CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional ...

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Penetration Tester

Quantico, VA · Hybrid

Ethical Hacking: * * Conduct all penetration testing activities in a legal and ethical manner, adhering to established rules of engagement. * Protect the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive ...

ASRC Federal Holding

Penetration Tester

Quantico, VA · On-site

$130K - $147K/yr

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ethical Hacking: * * Conduct all penetration testing activities in a legal and ethical manner, adhering to established rules of engagement. * Protect the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Senior Penetration Tester

$90K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Possess a certification in penetration testing, such as: * Licensed Penetration Tester (LPT) * Certified Expert Penetration Tester (CEPT) * Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) * Global Information ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Senior Penetration Tester

$90K - $150K/yr

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

Possess a certification in penetration testing, such as: * Licensed Penetration Tester (LPT) * Certified Expert Penetration Tester (CEPT) * Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) * Global Information ...

Zelvin Security LLC

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Penetration Tester

Knoxville, TN · Remote

$120K - $145K/yr

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At Zelvin, penetration testing is not about generating a list of vulnerabilities. Our testers think like attackers, follow the evidence, challenge assumptions, and determine which weaknesses create ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for ethical and penetration testing in the United States is $119,895.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,000.00 and $141,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is ethical and penetration testing a good career?

Ethical and penetration testing is a growing field within cybersecurity, offering opportunities for professionals to identify vulnerabilities and improve security systems. It typically requires skills in networking, scripting, and security tools, along with certifications like CEH or OSCP. The career can be rewarding with high demand, competitive salaries, and continuous learning opportunities.

What is the difference between Ethical And Penetration Testing vs Vulnerability Assessment?

AspectEthical And Penetration TestingVulnerability Assessment
CertificationsOSCP, CEH, GPENOSCP, CEH, CISSP
Work EnvironmentSimulated attacks on systems to find security gapsIdentify and prioritize vulnerabilities without exploiting
PurposeTest security defenses through active exploitationIdentify vulnerabilities for remediation

Ethical and Penetration Testing involves actively exploiting security weaknesses to evaluate defenses, requiring certifications like OSCP or CEH. Vulnerability Assessment focuses on identifying vulnerabilities without exploitation, helping organizations prioritize fixes. Both are essential but serve different security testing purposes.

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Penetration Tester/Ethical Hacker

Bayswater Consulting Group

Atlanta, GA • Remote

$110K - $150K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker

About the Role

We are working with a client seeking a skilled Penetration Tester for a full-time, direct hire opportunity. This is a fully remote position open to candidates across the United States.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute penetration tests across network, application, cloud, and social engineering attack surfaces
  • Simulate real-world attack techniques to identify vulnerabilities before malicious actors do
  • Conduct web application security assessments including OWASP Top 10 and beyond
  • Perform internal and external network penetration testing and red team exercises
  • Document findings clearly and thoroughly in professional reports tailored to both technical and executive audiences
  • Communicate risk clearly — not just what was found, but what it means and how to fix it
  • Collaborate with security and engineering teams to validate remediation of identified vulnerabilities
  • Stay current on emerging attack techniques, tools, CVEs, and threat intelligence
  • Contribute to the development of internal testing methodologies, playbooks, and tooling

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in penetration testing or offensive security
  • Proficiency with penetration testing tools — Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Cobalt Strike, or similar
  • Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and application architecture
  • Experience with web application testing including API security assessment
  • Familiarity with Active Directory attack paths and privilege escalation techniques
  • Ability to write clear, professional penetration testing reports for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Strong understanding of common vulnerability classes and exploitation techniques
  • Self-directed and able to manage engagements independently in a remote environment

Nice to Have

  • Certifications — OSCP, CEH, GPEN, GWAPT, or similar offensive security credentials
  • Experience with cloud penetration testing — AWS, Azure, or GCP environments
  • Familiarity with red team operations and adversary simulation frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK
  • Experience with social engineering assessments including phishing simulations
  • Knowledge of compliance frameworks — PCI-DSS, HIPAA, SOC 2, or FedRAMP
  • Bug bounty participation or responsible disclosure history
  • Scripting experience in Python, Bash, or PowerShell for custom tooling

Compensation

$110,000 — $150,000 base salary depending on experience. Full benefits package available.

Location

Fully remote — United States.