Penetration Tester salaries
Average salary
$95.3–143.7K/ year
25th percentile
$61.5K
75th percentile
$186.2K
Based on
64 jobs
Salary by seniority
| Level | Average | Board baseline | vs. board |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $46.4–64.2K | $57.3–82.2K | -21% |
| Mid-level | $81.8–135.1K | $84.9–124.9K | +3% |
| Senior | $119.3–171.4K | $115.3–170.4K | +2% |
Top locations
US
United States
42 jobs
$112.8–168.9K
MU
Maryland, United States
6 jobs
$127.3–212.6K
VU
Virginia, United States
6 jobs
$125.7–192.9K
CU
Colorado, United States
4 jobs
$115–157.5K
NY
New York, United States
4 jobs
$94.2–131.5K
BC
Boulder, CO, United States
3 jobs
$110–156.7K
CU
California, United States
3 jobs
$108.9–158.9K
I
Italy
3 jobs
$39.1–46.6K
UK
United Kingdom
3 jobs
$52.5–68K
WU
Washington, United States
3 jobs
$147.8–220.3K
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for Penetration Tester?
- The average salary for Penetration Tester is $95,334.00 – $143,722.00 per year, based on 64 job postings on this board that disclose pay.
- How is the salary figure for Penetration Tester calculated?
- These figures are aggregated from current and recent job postings on this board that disclose pay, then averaged across roles. They are estimates, not guarantees of compensation.