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Penetration Testing Jobs — Salary Guide 2026

Penetration Testing Jobs — Salary Guide 2026

Jobs requiring Penetration Testing pay a median of $203K in 2026, based on 162 active postings. Salary range: $167K–$253K. Top roles: Engineering, Security, Operations.

Penetration Testing Jobs — Salary Guide 2026

$203K median · $167K–$253K range · 162 postings analyzed

📊 Salary Range

PercentileSalary
P25 (lower range)$167K
P50 (median)$203K
P75 (upper range)$253K

🏷️ Top Roles Requiring Penetration Testing

Department / Role
Engineering
Security
Operations
Product
Legal

🏢 Top Companies Hiring for Penetration Testing

Anduril · Qualia · Ripple AI · Candid Health · Astranis

Frequently Asked Questions

What salary do Penetration Testing jobs pay?

Jobs requiring Penetration Testing pay a median of $203K in 2026, based on 162 active postings analyzed by Recruiting from Scratch.

Which roles require Penetration Testing?

The most common roles listing Penetration Testing are Engineering, Security, Operations, Product, Legal positions.

Which companies hire the most Penetration Testing talent?

Anduril · Qualia · Ripple AI · Candid Health · Astranis

Methodology

Salary data is drawn from 162 active job postings listing Penetration Testing as a required or preferred skill, tracked by Recruiting from Scratch. Figures represent the median of posted salary maximums (annual USD only).

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