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What You'll Do Conduct Advanced Penetration Tests: Perform comprehensive security assessments ... Remote-First Culture : Flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a global team.

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You will have the chance to evaluate test results against compliance standards and conduct risk ... Experienced with virtual machine platforms and remote testing solutions * Experienced with cloud ...

There is no typical day for our Pen Test team. Our clients rely on us to find and exploit a myriad ... Our team is remote yet extremely collaborative and works together to utilize their different ...

You will have the chance to evaluate test results against compliance standards and conduct risk ... Experienced with virtual machine platforms and remote testing solutions * Experienced with cloud ...

Sr. Security Engineer (Penetration Testing)

OR ยท Remote

$100K - $180K/yr

Conduct external and internal network penetration tests * Perform security source code reviews ... LI-Remote #blockchain #startups #hiring CertiK is proud to offer medical, vision, and dental ...

Conduct external and internal network penetration tests * Perform security source code reviews ... LI-Remote #blockchain #startups #hiring CertiK is proud to offer medical, vision, and dental ...

Remote Type: Contract / Hourly (Part-Time or As-Needed Basis) Reports To: Head of M&A / Corporate ... Analyze provided documentation: network diagrams, risk assessments, audit reports, penetration test ...

Internal Pen Tester

Manhattan, NY ยท Remote

$175K - $210K/yr

Conduct internal penetration tests across Windows and Linux environments, simulating real-world ... Fully Remote -REMOTE #InternalPenTesting #RedTeam #PurpleTeam #ActiveDirectory #WindowsRegistry ...

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How much do remote penetration test jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote penetration test 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 Remote Penetration Test vs Vulnerability Analyst?

AspectRemote Penetration TestVulnerability Analyst
CertificationsOSCP, CEH, GPENCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH
Work EnvironmentHands-on testing, simulated attacksVulnerability scanning, risk assessment
Industry UsageCybersecurity firms, IT departmentsSecurity teams, consulting firms

Remote Penetration Testers focus on actively exploiting vulnerabilities to assess security defenses, while Vulnerability Analysts identify and prioritize security weaknesses through scanning and analysis. Both roles require similar certifications and often work within the same industry environments, but their core activities differ: penetration testing involves active exploitation, whereas vulnerability analysis emphasizes detection and reporting.

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Infographic showing various Remote Penetration Test job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 13% Full Time, 70% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,895 per year, or $57.6 per hour.

PCI Penetration Testing Coordinator

NBCUniversal

Manhattan, NY โ€ข On-site, Remote

$100K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Base pay range $100,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr Company Overview NBCUniversal is a leading media and entertainment company that distributes content across film, television, streaming and theme parks. It owns brands such as NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, Peacock, Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and operates Universal Studios Hollywood and Or. The company values diversity, inclusion, and community impact.

Job Title PCI Scanning & Penetration Testing Coordinator โ€“ Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance Job Description The Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance team is seeking a PCI Scanning & Penetration Testing Coordinator to lead and manage the organization's PCI ASV scanning and penetration testing programs. This role serves as the central liaison between internal business units, technical teams, and external vendors, while also possessing the technical capability to conduct penetration tests independently when required. The successful candidate will ensure timely execution, remediation, and compliance with PCI DSS requirements across all business entities.

Responsibilities Managing and maintaining PCI ASV scan schedules across all business units. Initiating and tracking ad hoc scans, ensuring timely execution and reporting. Validating remediation of vulnerabilities and special notes, coordinating with technical teams and GRC.

Acting as the single point of contact for the ASV vendor, resolving anomalies and portal issues. Negotiating false positives and scan disputes with the vendor on behalf of business units. Coordinating annual and ad hoc PCI penetration tests across applicable environments.

Scoping, scheduling, and executing penetration tests internally when vendor support is unavailable or impractical. Performing manual and automated testing techniques including network, web application, and system-level assessments. Analyzing test results, documenting findings, and providing remediation guidance aligned with PCI DSS.

Tracking remediation efforts and maintaining centralized documentation of test reports and compliance evidence. Generating and maintaining reports for internal stakeholders, auditors, and compliance attestations. Interfacing with business unit technical teams to ensure understanding and prioritization of findings.

Providing guidance and support to teams with limited PCI knowledge or bandwidth. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in an IT-related field and/or equivalent work experience. Minimum 3โ€“5 years of experience in PCI compliance, vulnerability management, or penetration testing.

Strong understanding of PCI DSS requirements, especially ASV scanning and penetration testing controls. Proficiency in penetration testing methodologies (OWASP, NIST SP 800-115, PTES). Experience with tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, Kali Linux, and scripting (Python, Bash).

Working knowledge of network protocols, web application architecture, and common vulnerabilities. Experience working with external vendors and internal technical teams. Excellent organizational, communication, and documentation skills.

Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines. Certifications (at least one Required): Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN) Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Certifications (Preferred): PCI Internal Security Assessor (ISA) GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT) CISSP or CISM for broader security leadership alignment Additional Requirements Fully Remote: This position is designated as fully remote, meaning the employee may work from home or a remote location. Benefits This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Additional Information NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability.

You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com . For LA County and City Residents Only: NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr