Penetration Tester Jobs

Explore the latest penetration tester jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features curated opportunities for ethical hackers and security professionals who identify vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications before malicious attackers can exploit them.

VMD Corp

Penetration Tester

VMD Corp

Alexandria, Virginia, US
full-time
3d ago
ASRC Federal

Cyber Penetration Tester

ASRC Federal

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
3w ago
DataAnnotation

Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker) - AI Trainer

DataAnnotation

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time, part-time, and contractor
4w ago
Peraton

Penetration Tester

Peraton

Arlington, Virginia, US
full-time
RIVIDIUM

Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing Specialist ? Level III

RIVIDIUM

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
3d ago

Lead Penetration Tester

Revolutional, LLC

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
3w ago
Peraton

Junior Cyber Penetration Tester - Remote/Arlington

Peraton

Arlington, Virginia, US
full-time
1w ago
Praescient Analytics

Penetration Tester, Mid (TS/SCI Clearance)

Praescient Analytics

Arlington, Virginia, US
full-time
4w ago
Koniag Government Services

Penetration Testers – Senior (Lead)

Koniag Government Services

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
3w ago
ASRC Federal

Cyber Penetration Tester with Security Clearance

ASRC Federal

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
3w ago
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Penetration Tester Jobs: At a Glance

Insights drawn from the latest openings on this page so you can compare employers, locations, and pay before applying.

Top Companies Hiring

  • ASRC Federal2 roles
  • Peraton2 roles
  • VMD Corp1 role
  • DataAnnotation1 role
  • RIVIDIUM1 role
  • Revolutional, LLC1 role

Top Locations

  • District of Columbia, US6 roles
  • Virginia, US4 roles

Most listings on this page are on-site or hybrid.

Salary Range Overview

Across 10 listings, advertised pay ranges from USD 50 to USD 170k.

Typical band: USD 73k 103k.

Figures reflect employer-disclosed salaries on current openings and may vary by location, experience, and company stage.

Employment Types

  • Full-Time9 roles
  • Full-Time, Part-Time, And Contractor1 role

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Featured Penetration Tester Jobs

Here are some of the latest openings matching this category. Browse the full list above to filter by location, experience, and employment type.

  1. #1Penetration Tester

    VMD CorpAlexandria, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted Aug 6, 2026

    Xcelerate Solutions is seeking a Penetration Tester to support CyberPRIMES cybersecurity, privacy, records and information management, and related enterprise support for DHRA, including DMDC and OUSD(P&R). Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon

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  2. #2Cyber Penetration Tester

    ASRC FederalWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimePosted Jul 18, 2026

    ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™ ASRC Federal Tech

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  3. #3Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker) - AI Trainer

    DataAnnotationWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-Time, Part-Time, And ContractorUSD 50–100 / hourPosted Jul 11, 2026

    DataAnnotation is committed to creating quality AI. Help train AI chatbots while gaining the flexibility of remote work and choosing your own schedule. We are looking for an existing Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker) - AI Trainer to help train AI models. Cybersecurity platforms are increasingly powered by AI — but th

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  4. #4Penetration Tester

    PeratonArlington, Virginia, USFull-TimeUSD 86k–138k / year

    Responsibilities: Peraton is seeking an experienced Cyber Penetration Tester to become part of Peratons’ Federal Strategic Cyber programs. Location: Northern VA; Hybrid - flex as long as person can come on-site as/when needed. In this role, you will: • Support the Red Cell Team by performing and leading penetration tes

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  5. #5Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing Specialist ? Level III

    RIVIDIUMWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimePosted Aug 6, 2026

    The Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing Specialist ? Level III serves as the senior technical expert responsible for planning, executing, and leading advanced penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, software assurance, and cyber supply chain risk management activities across the Department of Homelan

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  6. #6Lead Penetration Tester

    Revolutional, LLCWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimePosted Jul 14, 2026

    Revolutional delivers advanced technology solutions and mission support to federal agencies across civilian, health, and national security environments. We apply modern capabilities, including AI/ML, cloud, cybersecurity, and IT modernization to solve complex challenges, enable faster and more secure operations, and dr

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  7. #7Junior Cyber Penetration Tester - Remote/Arlington

    PeratonArlington, Virginia, USFull-TimeUSD 66k–106k / yearPosted Jul 30, 2026

    Peraton is seeking a Jr Cyber Penetration Tester to join our Federal Strategic Cyber Group in Arlington, VA. This role supports the Red Cell team and performs assessments of security vulnerabilities across on-premises and cloud environments. You will apply NIST/PTES methodologies and contribute to incident response eff

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  8. #8Penetration Tester, Mid (TS/SCI Clearance)

    Praescient AnalyticsArlington, Virginia, USFull-TimePosted Jul 11, 2026

    Location: Arlington, VA Job Type: Full-Time Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI Clearance Required Position Overview Praescient Analytics is seeking a highly motivated Penetration Tester to join our cybersecurity team in Arlington, VA, supporting the Department of War (DoW) Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office’s

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  9. #9Penetration Testers – Senior (Lead)

    Koniag Government ServicesWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 140k–170k / yearPosted Jul 16, 2026

    Koniag Data Solutions, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Penetration Testers – Senior (Lead) to support KDS and our government customer in Washington, DC. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits packa

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  10. #10Cyber Penetration Tester with Security Clearance

    ASRC FederalWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimePosted Jul 17, 2026

    ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™ ASRC Federal is s

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About Penetration Tester Jobs

Explore the latest penetration tester jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features curated opportunities for ethical hackers and security professionals who identify vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications before malicious attackers can exploit them.

Penetration Testers simulate real-world cyberattacks to assess the security posture of organizations. Employers are seeking candidates with expertise in web application testing, network penetration testing, social engineering, exploit development, and security assessment methodologies such as OWASP and PTES. Proficiency with tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Kali Linux, and custom scripting is frequently required.

These roles are in demand across industries including financial services, healthcare, government, defense contractors, technology companies, and cybersecurity consulting firms. Many positions also involve writing detailed security reports and working with development teams to remediate discovered vulnerabilities.

Our curated listings include remote, hybrid, and onsite positions across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and other global markets. Many roles offer competitive compensation, certification support (OSCP, CEH, GPEN), and opportunities to work on high-stakes security engagements.

Each job posting provides detailed information about required skills, certifications, and application instructions to help you find penetration testing roles that match your expertise.

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