Participate in ongoing bug bounty programs and private security research engagements. * Share security findings and insights that can help improve products, services, and overall vulnerability ...
Participate in ongoing bug bounty programs and private security research engagements. * Share security findings and insights that can help improve products, services, and overall vulnerability ...
Senior Security Engineer, Bug Bounty
$117K - $160K/yr
Own and scale Mozilla's web bug bounty program, including strategy, prioritization, KPIs, and continuous improvement * Act as the primary interface with external researchers and platforms (e.g ...
Senior Security Engineer, Bug Bounty
$117K - $160K/yr
Own and scale Mozilla's web bug bounty program, including strategy, prioritization, KPIs, and continuous improvement * Act as the primary interface with external researchers and platforms (e.g ...
Senior Security Engineer, Bug Bounty
$117K - $160K/yr
Own and scale Mozilla's web bug bounty program, including strategy, prioritization, KPIs, and continuous improvement * Act as the primary interface with external researchers and platforms (e.g ...
Senior Security Engineer, Bug Bounty
$117K - $160K/yr
Own and scale Mozilla's web bug bounty program, including strategy, prioritization, KPIs, and continuous improvement * Act as the primary interface with external researchers and platforms (e.g ...
Senior Security Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$91K - $149K/yr
Bug Bounty Program Management: Operate and manage our public/private bug bounty programs on platforms such as HackerOne, including triaging incoming reports, interfacing with security researchers and ...
Senior Security Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$91K - $149K/yr
Bug Bounty Program Management: Operate and manage our public/private bug bounty programs on platforms such as HackerOne, including triaging incoming reports, interfacing with security researchers and ...
Senior Security Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$123K - $169K/yr
Bug Bounty Program Management: Operate and manage our public/private bug bounty programs on platforms such as HackerOne, including triaging incoming reports, interfacing with security researchers and ...
Senior Security Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$123K - $169K/yr
Bug Bounty Program Management: Operate and manage our public/private bug bounty programs on platforms such as HackerOne, including triaging incoming reports, interfacing with security researchers and ...
Senior Security Engineer - Product Security
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$111K - $153K/yr
Monitor and report bug bounty program performance metrics and recommend process improvements. * Support governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, including audits and assessments related to PCI ...
Senior Security Engineer - Product Security
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$111K - $153K/yr
Monitor and report bug bounty program performance metrics and recommend process improvements. * Support governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, including audits and assessments related to PCI ...
Product Security Engineer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
Bug Bounty Program Management: Own and expand Vercel's bug bounty program. You will triage and validate incoming vulnerability reports from the security researcher community, ensure critical issues ...
Product Security Engineer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
Bug Bounty Program Management: Own and expand Vercel's bug bounty program. You will triage and validate incoming vulnerability reports from the security researcher community, ensure critical issues ...
Senior Security Engineer
Augusta, GA · On-site
$107K - $147K/yr
Monitor and report bug bounty program performance metrics and recommend process improvements. * Support governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, including audits and assessments related to PCI ...
Senior Security Engineer
Augusta, GA · On-site
$107K - $147K/yr
Monitor and report bug bounty program performance metrics and recommend process improvements. * Support governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, including audits and assessments related to PCI ...
Senior Security Engineer - Product Security
Augusta, GA · On-site
$107K - $147K/yr
Monitor and report bug bounty program performance metrics and recommend process improvements. * Support governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, including audits and assessments related to PCI ...
Senior Security Engineer - Product Security
Augusta, GA · On-site
$107K - $147K/yr
Monitor and report bug bounty program performance metrics and recommend process improvements. * Support governance, risk, and compliance initiatives, including audits and assessments related to PCI ...
Infrastructure Security Engineer
Charleston, WV · On-site
$132K/yr
Core Responsibilities Bug Bounty Program * Oversee day-to-day operation of the bug bounty program, including program scope, policy, response targets, and researcher communications. * Triage inbound ...
Infrastructure Security Engineer
Charleston, WV · On-site
$132K/yr
Core Responsibilities Bug Bounty Program * Oversee day-to-day operation of the bug bounty program, including program scope, policy, response targets, and researcher communications. * Triage inbound ...
Product Security Engineer (PSIRT - Product Security Incident Response Team)
Foster City, CA · On-site
$180K - $325K/yr
Bug Bounty & Vulnerability Disclosure Program Management * Design and evolve the bug bounty program, including scope, rules, and reward structures. * Manage platform selection, private vs. public ...
Product Security Engineer (PSIRT - Product Security Incident Response Team)
Foster City, CA · On-site
$180K - $325K/yr
Bug Bounty & Vulnerability Disclosure Program Management * Design and evolve the bug bounty program, including scope, rules, and reward structures. * Manage platform selection, private vs. public ...
Infrastructure Security Engineer
Charleston, WV · On-site
$132K/yr
Core Responsibilities Bug Bounty Program * Oversee day-to-day operation of the bug bounty program, including program scope, policy, response targets, and researcher communications. * Triage inbound ...
Infrastructure Security Engineer
Charleston, WV · On-site
$132K/yr
Core Responsibilities Bug Bounty Program * Oversee day-to-day operation of the bug bounty program, including program scope, policy, response targets, and researcher communications. * Triage inbound ...
Senior Application Security & DevSecOps Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$60.50 - $80.75/hr
Bug Bounty Program * Own and operate our bug bounty program (e.g., HackerOne / Bugcrowd): scope definition, researcher communication, triage, deduplication, severity, and payout coordination. * Close ...
Senior Application Security & DevSecOps Engineer
Chicago, IL · On-site
$60.50 - $80.75/hr
Bug Bounty Program * Own and operate our bug bounty program (e.g., HackerOne / Bugcrowd): scope definition, researcher communication, triage, deduplication, severity, and payout coordination. * Close ...
Software Engineer, Security
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$250K - $350K/yr
You will build and operate the security program across infrastructure security, application security, vulnerability management, penetration testing, bug bounty operations, and engineering support for ...
Software Engineer, Security
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$250K - $350K/yr
You will build and operate the security program across infrastructure security, application security, vulnerability management, penetration testing, bug bounty operations, and engineering support for ...
Staff+ Application Security Engineer
San Francisco, CA · On-site +1
$320K - $485K/yr
Evolve a public bug bounty program where automation handles routine triage and root-cause work, and engineers handle escalations and corner cases * Partner with Product, Infrastructure, and Research ...
Staff+ Application Security Engineer
San Francisco, CA · On-site +1
$320K - $485K/yr
Evolve a public bug bounty program where automation handles routine triage and root-cause work, and engineers handle escalations and corner cases * Partner with Product, Infrastructure, and Research ...
This includes hands-on ownership of Vercel's open source bug bounty program for these projects: triaging incoming reports, validating and reproducing findings, and driving fixes with the right ...
This includes hands-on ownership of Vercel's open source bug bounty program for these projects: triaging incoming reports, validating and reproducing findings, and driving fixes with the right ...
Software Engineer, Security
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$250K - $350K/yr
Operate the bug bounty program, triage vulnerability reports, and coordinate responses. * Partner with engineering on secure design, code-level fixes, deployment patterns, secrets management, and ...
Quick apply
Software Engineer, Security
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$250K - $350K/yr
Operate the bug bounty program, triage vulnerability reports, and coordinate responses. * Partner with engineering on secure design, code-level fixes, deployment patterns, secrets management, and ...
This includes hands-on ownership of Vercel's open source bug bounty program for these projects: triaging incoming reports, validating and reproducing findings, and driving fixes with the right ...
This includes hands-on ownership of Vercel's open source bug bounty program for these projects: triaging incoming reports, validating and reproducing findings, and driving fixes with the right ...
$105K/yr
Bug Bounty Program*** Oversee day-to-day operation of the bug bounty program, including program scope, policy, response targets, and researcher communications.* Triage inbound submissions: reproduce ...
$105K/yr
Bug Bounty Program*** Oversee day-to-day operation of the bug bounty program, including program scope, policy, response targets, and researcher communications.* Triage inbound submissions: reproduce ...
Senior Product Security Engineer
San Jose, CA · On-site
In this role, you will be the frontline responder for external vulnerability reports submitted through the Bug Bounty program, working closely with internal engineering and security teams to ensure ...
Senior Product Security Engineer
San Jose, CA · On-site
In this role, you will be the frontline responder for external vulnerability reports submitted through the Bug Bounty program, working closely with internal engineering and security teams to ensure ...
Seasonal Bug Bounty Program information
See salary details
$16.35 - $22.01
6% of jobs
$22.01 - $27.67
14% of jobs
$31.30 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$27.67 - $33.33
7% of jobs
$33.33 - $38.99
1% of jobs
$38.99 - $44.65
13% of jobs
The median wage is $47.88 / hr.
$44.65 - $50.31
15% of jobs
$50.31 - $55.97
3% of jobs
$55.97 - $61.63
9% of jobs
$65.30 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$61.63 - $67.29
11% of jobs
$67.29 - $72.95
15% of jobs
$72.95 - $78.61
6% of jobs
$16
$49
$78
How much do seasonal bug bounty program jobs pay per hour?
What is the difference between Seasonal Bug Bounty Program vs Penetration Tester?
| Aspect | Seasonal Bug Bounty Program | Penetration Tester |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | None required, but cybersecurity knowledge helpful | Certifications like OSCP, CEH often required |
| Work Environment | Remote, project-based, crowdsourced | Typically in-house or consulting, on-site or remote |
| Employer & Industry | Tech companies, open to public participation | Security firms, corporate IT teams |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Understanding crowdsourced security testing | Professional security assessment |
While both involve identifying security vulnerabilities, a Seasonal Bug Bounty Program is a crowdsourced, often remote initiative open to the public, focusing on discovering bugs for rewards. A Penetration Tester is a professional, often employed or contracted, conducting in-depth security assessments using specialized skills and certifications.
What cities are hiring for Seasonal Bug Bounty Program jobs?
Cities with the most Seasonal Bug Bounty Program job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Bug Bounty Program jobs?
The most popular types of Bug Bounty Program jobs are:
What states have the most Seasonal Bug Bounty Program jobs?
States with the most job openings for Seasonal Bug Bounty Program jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Seasonal Bug Bounty Program jobs look for?
The top searched job categories for Seasonal Bug Bounty Program jobs are:

Bug Bounty Security Researcher
On-site, Remote
Contractor
Posted 9 days ago
Job description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Bug Bounty Security Researcher based in Netherlands.
This is an exciting security research opportunity for a skilled professional passionate about discovering vulnerabilities and strengthening real-world application security.
You will investigate software applications, systems, and networks to uncover security weaknesses before they can be exploited maliciously.
The role combines offensive security research, creative attack development, vulnerability exploitation, and detailed technical reporting.
You will work across web, mobile, and network security environments while participating in private and public bug bounty programs.
Your findings will directly contribute to improving security products and services and protecting customers against emerging threats.
The position offers flexibility to work independently, explore challenging targets, and be rewarded for high-impact vulnerabilities.
This opportunity is ideal for a curious and analytical security researcher who enjoys continuous learning and responsible vulnerability disclosure.
- Conduct thorough security research across target applications, systems, and networks to identify vulnerabilities and potential attack paths.
- Develop and execute customized attack vectors using techniques such as fuzzing, SQL injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF), and Remote Code Execution.
- Safely validate and exploit discovered vulnerabilities while following responsible testing and disclosure practices.
- Analyze application and infrastructure behavior to identify weaknesses that may not be apparent through standard automated testing.
- Produce clear and comprehensive vulnerability reports containing technical descriptions, proof-of-concept code or evidence, severity information, and reproducible steps.
- Participate in ongoing bug bounty programs and private security research engagements.
- Share security findings and insights that can help improve products, services, and overall vulnerability management practices.
- Continuously research new attack techniques, tools, vulnerabilities, and security trends to improve testing effectiveness.
- Contribute to a collaborative security environment focused on identifying and responsibly addressing real-world threats.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of professional or demonstrable experience in security research, penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of computer systems, networks, web applications, and software security.
- Practical knowledge of offensive security methodologies and vulnerability discovery techniques.
- Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, C++, JavaScript, and HTML.
- Familiarity with security tools including Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Nmap, and Kali Linux.
- Experience participating in bug bounty programs and applying responsible disclosure practices.
- Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent technical communication and documentation skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex vulnerabilities.
- Relevant application security certifications such as Burp Suite Certified Practitioner (BSCP), Offensive Security Web Expert (OSWE), GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT), or Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) are highly valued.
- 3+ years of experience in security research, penetration testing, or vulnerability assessment is a strong advantage.
- A recognized public bug bounty profile with awarded vulnerability reports is preferred.
- Recognized contributions to Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) are a plus.
- Strong sense of responsibility and commitment to ethical security research.
Benefits
- Flexible freelance engagement allowing you to work according to your own schedule.
- Bounty awards for valid and accepted vulnerability reports.
- Weekly payments for valid reports following successful triage.
- Recognition for high-quality submissions through leaderboards both on and outside the platform.
- Opportunities to perform real-world penetration testing across web application, mobile, and network security.
- Access to private and exclusive bug bounty programs.
- Opportunity to work on diverse targets and investigate high-impact security vulnerabilities.
- Collaborative, empathy-led security culture focused on improving internet security.
- Continuous exposure to modern offensive security techniques, tools, and emerging vulnerabilities.