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Robinhood

Senior Penetration Tester

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$187 - $220/hr

What you bring * 5+ years of experience in penetration testing, application security, or security engineering. * Proactive communication and engagement with stakeholders. * Demonstrated impact using ...

Okta

Staff Product Security Engineer, Reviews

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$161K - $221K/yr

You will engage in code reviews, penetration testing, and architectural security assessments to ensure the security of Okta's platforms and features. This role is not suited for individuals who rely ...

IOActive, Inc.

Solutions Architect

Seattle, WA · On-site

$71.75 - $94.50/hr

Penetration Testing (Network, Web Application, Mobile), Vulnerability Assessments, Red Teaming and ... Founded in 1998, the company is headquartered in Seattle, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The ...

IOActive

Senior Embedded Security Consultant - US

Seattle, WA · On-site

$130K - $178K/yr

Development experience in software on embedded products * Reverse engineering and source code review experience * Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing experience * Knowledge of security ...

Microsoft

Principal Security Engineer Manager

Redmond, WA · On-site

$188K - $304K/yr

This team performs security design reviews, code reviews, and penetration testing on key features of Windows to make sure they meet the highest possible security standards. In this Principal Security ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for in penetration testing in Seattle, WA is $136,444.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,200.00 and $160,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between In Penetration Testing vs Vulnerability Assessment?

AspectIn Penetration TestingVulnerability Assessment
PurposeSimulates cyberattacks to identify exploitable vulnerabilitiesIdentifies and reports security weaknesses without exploiting them
DepthIn-depth, targeted testing with active exploitationBroad, automated or manual scanning for vulnerabilities
CertificationsOSCP, CEH, GPENOSCP, CEH, CISSP (common but less focused)
Work EnvironmentEngages in simulated attacks, often in controlled environmentsUses scanning tools, reports vulnerabilities

While both roles focus on identifying security issues, In Penetration Testing involves actively exploiting vulnerabilities to assess security defenses, whereas Vulnerability Assessment primarily identifies weaknesses without exploitation. Penetration testers provide deeper insights into potential attack vectors, making their work more targeted and detailed.

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Infographic showing various In Penetration Testing job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $136,444 per year, or $65.6 per hour.

Senior Specialist, MAST Application Penetration Tester

KPMG US

Seattle, WA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
KPMG is a leading advisory firm that offers excellent opportunities for career advancement. They are currently seeking a Senior Specialist, MAST Application Penetration Tester to conduct application penetration testing, threat modeling, and application architecture reviews, while functioning independently in engagements.
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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