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Centil

Cybersecurity Engineer

Lafayette, CO · On-site

... ethical hacking and penetration • Experience working within an agile workflow • Experience with Jira and Confluence • Experience with Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Company : Centil is a ...

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Cyber Security Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$180 - $195/hr

... cyber security equities ... In this role, you will act as an ethical hacker to target, assess, and exploit vulnerabilities of ...

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TA Staffing

Remote Cybersecurity Specialist

Nashville, TN · Remote

$95K - $130K/yr

We're seeking a highly motivated Cybersecurity Specialist to help protect our organization ... Familiarity with penetration testing and ethical hacking tools. * Knowledge of scripting languages ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance cyber security ethical hacking in the United States is $132,962.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Cyber Security Ethical Hacking vs Freelance Penetration Tester?

AspectFreelance Cyber Security Ethical HackingFreelance Penetration Tester
CertificationsCEH, OSCP, CISSPOSCP, GPEN, CEH
Work EnvironmentAssessing security vulnerabilities across systems, networks, applicationsSimulating attacks to identify security weaknesses
Industry UsageUsed broadly in cybersecurity consulting, auditsPrimarily in security testing, vulnerability assessments

Both roles involve identifying security flaws, often requiring similar certifications like CEH or OSCP. Ethical hacking is a broader term encompassing various security assessments, while penetration testing is a specific method focused on simulated attacks. Freelance ethical hackers may perform a range of security evaluations, whereas penetration testers typically specialize in testing system defenses. Both are vital in cybersecurity, with overlapping skills and tools.

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Cybersecurity Professional

Carpenter Technology Corporation

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 hours ago

Carpenter Technology rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Summary:
Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, and they are seeking a Cybersecurity Professional. The role involves monitoring cyber threats, handling security operations, and participating in technology projects to enhance the company's cybersecurity posture.
Responsibilities:
• Assists with cyber-threat monitoring and Security Operations Center (SOC) duties.
• Performs daily security operations duties including handling service requests from Business and IT teams. Updates standard operating procedures and as-built documentation. Routinely publish performance metrics.
• Monitors key security intelligence feeds and escalates relevant risks.
• Participates in cybersecurity technology projects and lifecycle management.
• Provides security technical assistance for IT projects intended to enable or advance business initiatives.
• Supports secure integration of Cloud and Third-party Applications.
• Assists with recurring patch and vulnerability management tasks.
• Facilitates third-party penetration testing (Ethical Hacking) to confirm design and operational effectiveness of security controls.
• Guides employees with security policy (e.g., password complexity, encryption settings, etc.) and advances cybersecurity awareness campaigns (e.g., Phishing email simulations).
• Routinely publishes Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) metrics.
• Examines design and operational effectiveness of security controls. Coordinates audit engagements led by Internal Audit, Regulator, or external audit firm.
• Supports assessment of internal and third-party cybersecurity risk. Examine audit reports (e.g., SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, etc.). Assist with customer inquiries about Carpenter compliance related to IT and Security.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor of Science degree in computer science or related field preferred. Or equivalent work experience.
• Associate's degree in computer science or related field minimum required with a combination of Cybersecurity related certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GCIA, CEH, Security+, etc.) and additional 2 years' experience.
• Minimum 7 years of related experience with Security Operations, Network Security, Vulnerability Management, Compliance, or Audit.
Preferred:
• Advanced understanding of information technology.
• Advanced knowledge of multiple security domains and common security controls.
• Expert knowledge of 2-3 security domains.
• Familiarity with common hacking techniques (e.g., malware, phishing, etc.) and effective counter measures.
• Adoption of security best practices and industry standards (e.g. NIST, ISO, CIS, COBIT, etc.).
• Hands-on operation of cybersecurity infrastructure (e.g., Firewalls, Intrusion Detection, AV, PKI, Encryption, etc.) and configuration experience.
• Security Incident Response handling.
• Malware analysis.
• Multi-task and manage demands of multiple projects, incidents, and tasks.
• Meet deadlines and manage changing priorities.
• Perform effectively both independently and in a team environment.
Company:
Carpenter Technology develops and manufactures high-performance specialty alloys for aerospace, medical, defense, energy, and semiconductor applications where material failure is not an option. Founded in 1889, the company is headquartered in Philadelphia, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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