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How much do vulnerability specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for vulnerability specialist in the United States is $59,408.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Vulnerability Specialist vs Penetration Tester?

AspectVulnerability SpecialistPenetration Tester
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEHOSCP, CEH, GPEN
Work EnvironmentSecurity teams, risk management, vulnerability assessmentsEthical hacking, simulated attacks, security testing
Industry UsageIT security, compliance, risk mitigationSecurity consulting, offensive security, testing firms

Vulnerability Specialists focus on identifying and managing security weaknesses within systems, often working with security teams to prioritize fixes. Penetration Testers actively simulate cyberattacks to find exploitable vulnerabilities. While both roles require similar certifications and work in cybersecurity, Vulnerability Specialists emphasize assessment and mitigation, whereas Penetration Testers focus on offensive security testing.

What is a vulnerability specialist?

A vulnerability specialist is a cybersecurity professional who identifies, assesses, and prioritizes security weaknesses in computer systems, networks, and applications. They use tools like vulnerability scanners and may hold certifications such as CISSP or CEH to perform risk analysis and recommend mitigation strategies.

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Infographic showing various Vulnerability Specialist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,408 per year, or $28.6 per hour.

Vulnerability Management Specialist- Mid

Quantico, VA • On-site

StratasCorp
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

At StratasCorp, our mission strives to put employees first while still being recognized as a leader in the Department of Defense Information Technology sector. We believe in a continuing pursuit of customer satisfaction and operational excellence while exceling in service innovation. We are looking for employees who value corporate culture, leadership, diversity, and commitment to quality, because we are #TeamStratas.
Location
Quantico, VA - Quantico, VA 22134 US (Primary)
Category
Information Technology
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Vulnerability Management Specialist (Mid) to join our team in Quantico, Virginia.
This position is located on-site in Quantico. No remote or hybrid opportunities are available.
An active Secret Clearance is required.
Job Description:
  • Run and review vulnerability scans using tools such as ACAS/Nessus
  • Identify vulnerable servers, workstations, network devices and applications
  • Analyze scan results and determine severity and remediation priority
  • Work with system administrators and engineers to track vulnerabilities through remediation
  • Verify that patches or configuration changes successfully resolved the vulnerability
  • Support continuous monitoring and cybersecurity compliance
  • Track aging vulnerabilities and escalate overdue critical/high findings
  • Produce vulnerability metrics, dashboards, and reports for leadership

Job Requirements:
  • 7 years of relevant IT /Cybersecurity experience
  • Strong vulnerability management experience
  • Windows / Linux patch management experience
  • RMF and continuous monitoring

Education and Certification Requirements:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Security + Certification

Preferred Education:
Bachelor's Degree in related IT field such as:
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Computer Information Systems or Management Information Systems
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Science or Analytics

We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
The anticipated salary range for this role is $70,000 to $80,000 annually. The anticipated salary range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. The final starting salary will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including the selected candidate's qualifications, skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and work location (where applicable), as well as internal equity and market considerations
Security Clearance
Secret
Certification Required
Job Type
Full-time
StratasCorp provides a complete compensation package with competitive wages and benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA & HSA accounts, disability and other income protection benefits, life insurance, paid personal time-off benefits, paid holidays, and a 401K Saving Plan with a company matching contribution.
StratasCorp is committed to equal opportunity in employment, actively seeking to build a diverse and talented workforce, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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