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Senior Penetration Tester

Herndon, VA · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Provide mentoring to junior staff * Support Red Team operations * Develop and refine penetration ... Penetration Testing Methodologies * Social Engineering Techniques * Vulnerability Assessment

Goldbelt, Inc.

Senior Penetration Tester

$90K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Minimum six (6) years proven proficiency in performing extensive vulnerability assessment and penetration testing * Minimum three (3) years of experience with testing tools, including NESSUS ...

asrcfh

Penetration Tester

Quantico, VA · Hybrid

Experience with a variety of penetration testing tools and techniques (e.g., Rapid7 Nexpose ... Vulnerability Assessment: * * Perform vulnerability assessments using automated scanning tools and ...

asrcfh

Penetration Tester

Quantico, VA · Hybrid

Experience with a variety of penetration testing tools and techniques (e.g., Rapid7 Nexpose ... Vulnerability Assessment: * * Perform vulnerability assessments using automated scanning tools and ...

Govcio LLC

Senior Penetration Tester

Washington, DC · On-site

$124K - $180K/yr

Lead, plan, and oversee penetration testing operations for systems, networks, cloud resources, and web‑based applications in a TS/SCI environment * Execute comprehensive vulnerability assessments ...

ASRC Federal Holding

Penetration Tester

Quantico, VA · On-site

$130K - $147K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience with a variety of penetration testing tools and techniques (e.g., Rapid7 Nexpose ... Vulnerability Assessment: * * Perform vulnerability assessments using automated scanning tools and ...

Govcio LLC

Senior Penetration Tester

Washington, DC · On-site

$124K - $180K/yr

Lead, plan, and oversee penetration testing operations for systems, networks, cloud resources, and web‑based applications in a TS/SCI environment * Execute comprehensive vulnerability assessments ...

Govcio LLC

Senior Penetration Tester

Washington, DC · On-site

$124K - $180K/yr

Lead, plan, and oversee penetration testing operations for systems, networks, cloud resources, and web-based applications in a TS/SCI environment * Execute comprehensive vulnerability assessments and ...

Amatriot Group, LLC

Penetration Tester

Rensselaer, NY

$90K - $105K/yr

Key Responsibilities Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment * Conduct penetration tests and vulnerability assessments for Java applications and infrastructure. * Identify security flaws in ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Senior Penetration Tester

$90K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Minimum six (6) years proven proficiency in performing extensive vulnerability assessment and penetration testing * Minimum three (3) years of experience with testing tools, including NESSUS ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior vulnerability assessment penetration testing in the United States is $71,799.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing vs Junior Security Analyst?

AspectJunior Vulnerability Assessment Penetration TestingJunior Security Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)CompTIA Security+, SSCP
Work EnvironmentHands-on testing, simulated attacks, penetration toolsMonitoring security alerts, policy enforcement, risk assessment
Employer & Industry UsageCybersecurity firms, IT departments, consultingCorporate security teams, government agencies

Junior Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testers focus on identifying and exploiting security weaknesses through active testing, while Junior Security Analysts monitor and analyze security systems to prevent breaches. Both roles require security certifications and are vital in cybersecurity, but they differ in daily tasks and focus areas.

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Penetration Tester

Dark Wolf Solutions

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

$130K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Dark Wolf is actively seeking an experienced Penetration Tester to join our innovative team. This individual will play a critical role in assessing and enhancing the security of various products, including hardware, software, and embedded systems. This role demands a deep understanding of penetration testing methodologies and advanced exploit development, focusing on identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities across a wide range of technologies. As a Junior Product and Hardware Security Penetration Tester, you will have the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the enhancement of security across a wide range of products. If you possess a strong background in penetration testing and a passion for cybersecurity, we encourage you to apply for this pivotal role. This position is set to be supported in a hybrid work environment out of the DC Metro area. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Conducting comprehensive penetration testing on hardware, software, and network components.
  • Performing advanced vulnerability scanning and assessments on all components.
  • Performing a Cybersecurity evaluation of the product under test to identify vulnerabilities that would negatively impact the Confidentiality, Integrity, or Availability of system data or functionality.
  • Analyzing software, firmware, hardware, and/or RF components within the system.
  • Opining on the impact and level of effort required to exploit the identified vulnerabilities as well as providing information on a high-level remediation strategy.
  • Developing and executing exploits and proof-of-concept (PoC) attacks to demonstrate the impact of identified vulnerabilities.
  • Analyzing and reverse engineering firmware and embedded systems to identify security weaknesses.
  • Testing and assessing the security of secure boot processes and Trusted Execution Environments (TEE).
  • Conducting web application security assessments, focusing on OWASP Top Ten vulnerabilities and API security testing.
  • Performing manual verification of vulnerabilities, assessing their risk and exploitability.
  • Engaging in wireless and RF security testing, including penetration testing on Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Zigbee networks.
  • Utilizing Software Defined Radio (SDR) for protocol reverse engineering and testing.
  • Reporting detailed findings, documenting case details, and providing actionable recommendations for remediation to enhance product security based on system analysis.
  • Planning and executing full-scale, cross-domain vulnerability assessments, network penetration testing, and phishing/social engineering campaigns.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum of 2+ years' experience in three or more specific areas to include: intelligence analysis, network engineering, networking security, penetration testing, red team operations, hardware engineering, software engineering, exploit development, reverse engineering, vulnerability assessment, physical security assessments, or social engineering
  • Proficiency with cloud technology and deployments across Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
  • Proficiency in the testing and assessment of mobile operating systems, embedded systems, and/or IoT devices
  • Experience in drafting reports, documenting case details, and summarizing findings and recommendations based on system analysis
  • Experience performing advanced vulnerability scanning and assessments on all components
  • Experience conducting web application security assessments, focusing on OWASP Top Ten vulnerabilities and API security testing
  • Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong understanding of NIST 800-53 frameworks
  • US Citizenship and an active security clearance at a minimum of the Secret Level
Desired Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with NIST 800-171 Revision 2
  • Proven ability to develop and execute complex exploits and PoC attacks
  • Strong analytical skills and experience in firmware, binary exploitation, and embedded systems testing
  • Advanced knowledge of Software Defined Radio (SDR) and protocol reverse engineering
  • Active professional certifications such as CEH, OSCP, PNPT, GPEN, or similar security/pen testing certifications

The salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $145,000.00 commensurate on experience and technical skillset.
We are open to considering a variety of levels of experience for these projects and potential for 1099 hourly opportunity.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification from upon hire.

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