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Senior Vulnerability Engineer

$117.20K - $160.70K/yr

This is a 100% remote position, with an opportunity to work a hybrid schedule for candidates based ... Support the execution of red team exercises, penetration tests, and bug bounty programs in ...

Senior Application Security Engineer II

$60.25 - $80.25/hr

Manage our bug bounty program including triage, assessing impact, risk scoring (CVSS), helping to ... More details about our company benefits can be found at This opportunity can be remote, but ...

Professional penetration testing or Bug Bounty experience. Preferred Certifications: * OSCP, OSWA, OSWE, eWPT, BSCP, GPEN, or GWAPT. Job Type: Remote Time Zone: CST Duration : 3M+ Extendible

... our bug bounty program • Partner with engineering teams to design and deploy solutions which are inherently secure • Champion the use of tooling (linters, static analysis, posture assessment ...

Senior AppSec Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$90K - $180K/yr

Help manage our bug bounty program by triaging submissions, working with researchers, and ... S. and are willing to consider remote candidates. #LI-Remote Working at PrizePicks: The typical ...

Senior Security Engineer - Automation

OR · Remote

$117.20K - $160.70K/yr

We actively manage our Bug Bounty program, ensuring swift response and remediation, and leverage ... Create the home office of your dreams \uD83D\uDC5B Remote working allowance: Those working fully ...

Senior Security Engineer - Automation

$117.20K - $160.70K/yr

We actively manage our Bug Bounty program, ensuring swift response and remediation, and leverage ... Create the home office of your dreams Remote working allowance: Those working fully remotely get a ...

Security Officer (Remote, Europe)

New Bremen, OH · Remote

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Location This role is remote and open to candidates located in Europe. Candidates must demonstrate ... security researchers (Bug Bounty Program), and ensure timely remediation of findings in ...

Technical Program Manager - Security

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$130K - $170K/yr

We are open to remote. Your Daily Adventures Will Include: * Drive security vulnerability ... Bug Bounty Program > * Familiar with security tooling and system integrations > * Experience ...

Staff+ Application Security Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$69.25 - $92.50/hr

Oversee Anthropic's bug bounty program. Set scope, validate submissions, perform root cause analysis, coordinate remediation with engineering teams, and award bounties. Cultivate relationships with ...

$45.25 - $60.50/hr

Hands-on experience in security testing through bug bounty programs, CTFs, or penetration testing ... Benefits: * Fully remote-first working model with flexibility and international collaboration.

Application Security Engineer- Remote

$60.25 - $80.25/hr

Application Security Engineer - Remote or Hybrid | Cary, North Carolina We're a leader in data and ... Triage security findings received through a public bug bounty program, communicating with both the ...

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How much do remote bug bounty program jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote bug bounty program in the United States is $49.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.73 and $66.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Remote Bug Bounty Program role, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Remote Bug Bounty Program role, you need a strong background in cybersecurity, vulnerability assessment, and ethical hacking, often supported by experience in penetration testing and security certifications like OSCP or CEH. Familiarity with tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, and various bug bounty platforms is essential. Attention to detail, persistence, effective communication, and self-motivation are standout soft skills for this position. These abilities are crucial for identifying and responsibly reporting security vulnerabilities that help organizations strengthen their defenses.

What are the biggest challenges faced by participants in a remote bug bounty program, and how can they be addressed?

One of the main challenges in remote bug bounty programs is staying motivated and disciplined without direct oversight, as participants often work independently. Additionally, understanding the specific security requirements and scope of each program can be complex, especially when dealing with varied platforms and reporting standards. To overcome these challenges, it's important to set personal goals, join online communities for peer support, and thoroughly review each program's documentation before starting. Effective communication with program coordinators can also help clarify expectations and facilitate successful submissions.

What are Remote Bug Bounty Programs?

Remote Bug Bounty Programs are initiatives run by organizations that invite independent security researchers, or 'bug hunters,' to find and report vulnerabilities in their software or systems. These programs are conducted entirely online, allowing participants from around the world to contribute remotely. Companies offer monetary rewards or other incentives for valid and impactful security findings. This approach helps organizations strengthen their security by leveraging a global pool of ethical hackers, while participants gain recognition and compensation for their expertise.

What is the difference between Remote Bug Bounty Program vs Remote Penetration Tester?

AspectRemote Bug Bounty ProgramRemote Penetration Tester
CredentialsTypically no formal certifications required, but cybersecurity knowledge helpsOften holds certifications like OSCP, CEH, or CISSP
Work EnvironmentParticipates remotely, often independently, on various platformsWorks remotely or on-site for clients, conducting security assessments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies to crowdsource security testing; industry-wideEmployed by organizations or consulting firms to perform security audits

While both roles focus on cybersecurity, a Remote Bug Bounty Program involves independent testing on platforms to find vulnerabilities, whereas a Remote Penetration Tester conducts comprehensive security assessments for organizations, often with formal credentials and direct client engagement.

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Senior Vulnerability Engineer

$117.20K - $160.70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Description
Keeper Security is hiring an experienced Senior Vulnerability Engineer to design, build, and scale enterprise vulnerability management capabilities across our cloud, application, and corporate environments. This is a 100% remote position, with an opportunity to work a hybrid schedule for candidates based in the El Dorado Hills, CA or Chicago, IL metro area.
Keeper's cybersecurity software is trusted by millions of people and thousands of organizations globally. Keeper is published in 23 languages and sold in over 150 countries Join one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity companies and help strengthen Keeper's security posture through scalable vulnerability management, automation, and offensive security initiatives.
About Keeper
Keeper Security is one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity software companies that protects thousands of organizations and millions of people in over 150 countries. Keeper is a pioneer of zero-knowledge and zero-trust security built for any IT environment. Its core offering, KeeperPAM®, is an AI-enabled, cloud-native platform that protects all users, devices and infrastructure from cyber attacks. Recognized for its innovation in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Privileged Access Management (PAM), Keeper secures passwords and passkeys, infrastructure secrets, remote connections and endpoints with role-based enforcement policies, least privilege and just-in-time access. Learn why Keeper is trusted by leading organizations to defend against modern adversaries at KeeperSecurity.com.
About the Job
As a Senior Vulnerability Engineer, you will design, build, and scale systems for vulnerability discovery, prioritization, and remediation across Keeper's cloud, application, and corporate environments. Partnering closely with Engineering, DevOps, IT, and Security teams, you will automate vulnerability detection and response, integrate security into CI/CD pipelines, and operationalize risk-based remediation at scale. This is a highly technical, hands-on role focused on improving visibility, accelerating remediation, and strengthening Keeper's overall security posture. You will also support offensive security initiatives, including penetration testing, red teaming, and bug bounty programs, ensuring findings are actionable and embedded into engineering workflows.
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement scalable vulnerability scanning and asset discovery solutions across multi-cloud and SaaS environments
  • Engineer and maintain integrations between vulnerability management tools and internal systems, including CI/CD platforms, ticketing systems, and source control tools
  • Automate vulnerability ingestion, enrichment, prioritization, and remediation workflows using APIs and scripting
  • Develop risk-based prioritization models by correlating vulnerability data with threat intelligence and exploit activity
  • Build and maintain pipelines to integrate vulnerability scanning into CI/CD processes
  • Create dashboards and analytics to track vulnerability exposure, remediation SLAs, and risk trends
  • Continuously improve coverage and accuracy of asset inventory and scanning capabilities
  • Monitor and respond to zero-day vulnerabilities, CISA KEV bulletins, and active exploit campaigns
  • Partner with Engineering and DevOps teams to troubleshoot and remediate vulnerabilities in applications and infrastructure
  • Contribute to secure architecture and hardening efforts across cloud and application environments
  • Support compliance requirements, including FedRAMP, StateRAMP, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST SP 800-53, through technical implementation and evidence generation
  • Document systems, workflows, and automation for repeatability and scale
  • Support the execution of red team exercises, penetration tests, and bug bounty programs in alignment with real-world threat scenarios
  • Coordinate and validate findings from internal and external testing activities, ensuring accuracy, severity calibration, and reproducibility
  • Integrate offensive security findings into vulnerability management workflows to drive prioritized remediation
  • Partner with external vendors and researchers to triage submissions and improve signal quality in bug bounty programs
  • Continuously improve testing methodologies, coverage, and tooling to reflect evolving attack techniques
  • Correlate red team, penetration testing, and bug bounty findings with vulnerability data to identify systemic weaknesses

Requirements
  • 5-8+ years of experience in vulnerability management, security engineering, or related technical roles
  • Strong hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools, CVE/CVSS scoring, and exploit analysis
  • Experience building automation using Python, PowerShell, or similar scripting languages
  • Experience working with APIs and integrating security tools into engineering workflows
  • Strong understanding of cloud platforms, including AWS, GCP, and Azure, as well as modern application architectures
  • Experience embedding security into CI/CD pipelines and developer workflows
  • Ability to troubleshoot vulnerabilities across system, network, and application layers
  • Hands-on experience with penetration testing, red teaming, or bug bounty programs, including triage and validation of findings
  • Working knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST SP 800-53, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, and SOC 2

Preferred Qualifications
  • Certifications such as OSCP, GIAC, CISSP, or similar
  • Experience with data analytics and visualization tools such as Splunk or Elastic
  • Background in offensive security, red teaming, or exploit development
  • Experience working with bug bounty platforms and external researcher communities
  • Experience with asset inventory platforms, CMDBs, or cloud-native security tooling
  • Experience building internal security tools or security platforms
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

Benefits
  • Medical, Dental & Vision (inclusive of domestic partnerships)
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance & Employee/Spouse/Child Supplemental life
  • Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 401K (Roth/Traditional)
  • A generous PTO plan that celebrates your commitment and seniority (including paid Bereavement/Jury Duty, etc)
  • Above market annual bonuses

Keeper Security, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Classification: Exempt
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