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Peraton

Penetration Tester / Secret

Chandler, AZ

$104K - $166K/yr

Conduct fullspectrum penetration testing across enterprise, cloud, mobile, IoT, and HVA ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

Cymertek

Penetration Tester

Tysons, VA

... security testing techniques. *** Please note that our job openings are dynamic and can open or ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

Cymertek

Penetration Tester

Honolulu, HI

... security testing techniques. *** Please note that our job openings are dynamic and can open or ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

Cymertek

Penetration Tester

Reston, VA

... security testing techniques. *** Please note that our job openings are dynamic and can open or ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

Peraton

Penetration Tester / Secret

Washington, DC

$104K - $166K/yr

Conduct fullspectrum penetration testing across enterprise, cloud, mobile, IoT, and HVA ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

Peraton

Penetration Tester / Secret

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$104K - $166K/yr

Conduct fullspectrum penetration testing across enterprise, cloud, mobile, IoT, and HVA ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

Unisity, LLC

$210K - $220K/yr

Must have experience with penetration testing tools. * Must have experience in web development and ... Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position appropriate security ...

Peraton

Penetration Tester / Secret

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$104K - $166K/yr

Conduct full-spectrum penetration testing across enterprise, cloud, mobile, IoT, and HVA ... and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Penetration Tester

Herndon, VA · On-site

$86.80K - $198K/yr

Conduct testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities and potential threat vectors in systems ... as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Penetration Tester

Herndon, VA

$86.80K - $198K/yr

Conduct testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities and potential threat vectors in systems ... as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected ...

CertiK

Sr. Security Engineer (Penetration Testing)

$100K - $180K/yr

We are looking to hire someone with a passion for application security and penetration testing ... Experienced in smart contract security audits * Familiar with browser extension architecture and ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Penetration Tester

Herndon, VA · On-site

$86.80K - $198K/yr

Conduct testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities and potential threat vectors in systems ... as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected ...

CertiK

Sr. Security Engineer (Penetration Testing)

OR · Remote

$100K - $180K/yr

We are looking to hire someone with a passion for application security and penetration testing ... Experienced in smart contract security audits * Familiar with browser extension architecture and ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for penetration testing contract 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.

What is the difference between Penetration Testing Contract vs Penetration Tester?

AspectPenetration Testing ContractPenetration Tester
DefinitionA legal agreement outlining scope, deliverables, and terms for penetration testing services.A cybersecurity professional who performs security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
CredentialsTypically no specific credentials; contractual terms are emphasized.Certifications like OSCP, CEH, or CISSP are common.
Work EnvironmentEngages with clients, often remotely or on-site, based on contract terms.Works within organizations or as a consultant, performing testing tasks.
PurposeDefines legal and operational scope for penetration testing projects.Conducts actual security assessments to find vulnerabilities.

In summary, a Penetration Testing Contract is a legal agreement that sets the scope and terms for testing, while a Penetration Tester is the professional executing the security assessments. Both are essential in cybersecurity engagements but serve different roles.

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Penetration Tester / Secret

Penetration Tester / Secret

Peraton

Chandler, AZ

$104K - $166K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Peraton rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 52 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 203 rated it services

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is currently seeking to hire an experienced Penetration Tester for its Federal Strategic Cyber Group. 

Location: Chandler, AZ and Washington DC.

 Role and Responsibilities: 
  • We are seeking to hire an experienced and highly skilled Penetration Tester to conduct advanced offensive security operations across diverse and highimpact environments.
  • This role supports critical national security missions by identifying vulnerabilities, emulating realworld adversaries, and strengthening defensive cyber capabilities across enterprise, cloud, mobile, IoT, and High Value Asset (HVA) systems.
  • You will lead technical engagements, drive red team operations, and collaborate closely with SOC, incident response, and engineering teams to ensure findings translate into measurable security improvements.
You will:
  • Conduct fullspectrum penetration testing across enterprise, cloud, mobile, IoT, and HVA environments.
  • Lead and execute adversary emulation and red team operations to validate SOC detection and response capabilities.
  • Serve as technical or team lead for offensive security engagements, including scoping, planning, execution, and reporting.
  • Identify exploitable vulnerabilities, develop proofofconcepts, and deliver actionable, riskprioritized findings.
  • Coordinate results and collaborate with SOC, IR, and engineering teams to support remediation and strengthen defensive posture.
Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field and 5 years of relevant experience. An additional 4 years will be considered in lieu of the degree requirement. 
  • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on penetration testing experience.
  • Experience with Red Team, IoT, Mobile, Cloud, and HVA testing.
  • Team lead, supervisory, or management experience.
  • Certification:
    • GPEN or GXPN
    • One or more of the following:
      • GRTP, CRTL, OSCP, CRTP, CMWAPT, CEPT, CPT, or LPT
    • CISA AES HVA Assessment Lead or Technical Lead certification
  • U.S. citizenship is required. 
  • Active Secret security clearance.
Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017

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