What are the main factors that influence a Vulnerability Tester I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Vulnerability Tester 's salary?

A Vulnerability Tester 's salary grows with experience: a Vulnerability Tester I (0-2 years)earns $88,347, a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $106,351, a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $136,345, a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $156,727, a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $182,160,

What are the highest paying states for a Vulnerability Tester I?

Vulnerability Tester I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Vulnerability Tester I roles are District of Columbia $93,590, California $93,290, Massachusetts $91,990. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Vulnerability Tester roles make?

Salaries for Vulnerability Tester level roles vary by specialization: Penetration and Vulnerability Director: $208,300; Vulnerability Testing Director: $208,290; Vulnerability Tester V: $174,290; Vulnerability Tester IV: $149,990; Penetration and Vulnerability Manager: $139,500.

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Vulnerability Tester I Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Vulnerability Tester I make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Vulnerability Tester I in Hawaii is $88,390 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, a Vulnerability Tester I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,291
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,290 to $96,190
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,736

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Vulnerability Tester I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,190	$8,016	$1,850	$46
Average	$88,390	$7,366	$1,700	$42
25th Percentile	$82,290	$6,858	$1,583	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Vulnerability Tester I Salaries

A Vulnerability Tester I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Vulnerability Tester Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Vulnerability Tester I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Vulnerability Tester I (0-2 years): $88,347
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst II (2-4 years): $106,351
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst III (4-7 years): $136,345
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV (7+ years): $156,727
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst V (7-10 years): $182,160

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Vulnerability Tester I	0-2 years	$88,347
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst II	2-4 years	$106,351
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst III	4-7 years	$136,345
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV	7+ years	$156,727
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst V	7-10 years	$182,160

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How Do Vulnerability Tester I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Vulnerability Tester Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $93,590.
California: $93,290.
Massachusetts: $91,990.

District of Columbia $93,590 California $93,290 Massachusetts $91,990 Washington $91,690 New Jersey $91,690 Alaska $91,490 Connecticut $90,390 New York $89,890

Hawaii $88,390 Rhode Island $87,690 Maryland $87,190 Minnesota $86,490 Colorado $86,290 Illinois $86,190 Oregon $85,890 Delaware $85,590

New Hampshire $85,490 Virginia $85,190 Pennsylvania $84,190 Nevada $83,690 North Dakota $83,490 Michigan $83,290 Wisconsin $83,190 Vermont $82,990

Maine $82,490 Texas $82,490 Arizona $82,390 Ohio $82,390 Georgia $81,590 Indiana $81,190 Wyoming $81,090 Utah $80,990

Iowa $80,890 Kansas $80,490 Missouri $80,390 Louisiana $80,390 North Carolina $80,390 Florida $79,990 Montana $79,890 Nebraska $79,690

Kentucky $79,590 South Carolina $79,290 Tennessee $78,990 Idaho $78,990 New Mexico $78,290 Oklahoma $78,190 Alabama $77,690 South Dakota $76,890

Arkansas $76,390 West Virginia $76,190 Mississippi $75,390

Top Paying Cities for Vulnerability Tester Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $87,890
Anahola: $86,790
Captain Cook: $86,690

Aiea, HI $87,890 Anahola, HI $86,790 Captain Cook, HI $86,690 Eleele, HI $86,890 Ewa Beach, HI $87,790 Kapolei, HI $87,790 Haiku, HI $86,790 Hakalau, HI $86,590

Haleiwa, HI $87,590 Hana, HI $86,590 Hanalei, HI $86,690 Hanamaulu, HI $86,790 Hanapepe, HI $86,890 Hauula, HI $87,690 Hawaii National Park, HI $86,690 Hawi, HI $86,890

Hilo, HI $86,790 Princeville, HI $86,790 Holualoa, HI $86,690 Honaunau, HI $86,590 Honokaa, HI $86,690 Honomu, HI $86,790 Hoolehua, HI $86,590 Kaaawa, HI $87,790

Kahuku, HI $87,590 Kahului, HI $86,990 Kailua, HI $87,890 Ocean View, HI $86,790 Waikoloa, HI $86,790 Keauhou, HI $86,690 Kailua Kona, HI $86,790 Kalaheo, HI $86,790

Kalaupapa, HI $86,490 Kamuela, HI $86,690 Kaneohe, HI $87,890 Kapaa, HI $86,890 Kaumakani, HI $86,990 Kaunakakai, HI $86,690 Keaau, HI $86,890 Kealakekua, HI $86,790

Kealia, HI $86,890 Kekaha, HI $86,790 Kihei, HI $86,890 Kilauea, HI $86,790 Kapaau, HI $86,690 Koloa, HI $86,890 Kualapuu, HI $86,590 Kunia, HI $87,690

Kurtistown, HI $86,790 Lahaina, HI $86,890 Laie, HI $87,690 Lanai City, HI $86,590 Laupahoehoe, HI $86,890 Lawai, HI $86,990 Lihue, HI $86,790 Makawao, HI $86,890

Makaweli, HI $86,590 Maunaloa, HI $86,390 Mountain View, HI $86,790 Naalehu, HI $86,590 Ninole, HI $86,590 Ookala, HI $86,590 Paauilo, HI $86,690 Pahala, HI $86,590

Pahoa, HI $86,790 Paia, HI $86,890 Papaaloa, HI $86,890 Papaikou, HI $86,690 Pearl City, HI $87,890 Pepeekeo, HI $86,890 Puunene, HI $86,990 Volcano, HI $86,690

Wahiawa, HI $87,690 Pukalani, HI $86,890 Mililani, HI $87,790 Kula, HI $86,690 Waialua, HI $87,590 Waianae, HI $87,590 Wailuku, HI $86,890 Waimanalo, HI $87,890

Waimea, HI $86,990 Waipahu, HI $87,790 Honolulu, HI $87,890 J B P H H, HI $87,890 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $87,790 Schofield Barracks, HI $87,690 Fort Shafter, HI $87,890 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $87,890

Camp H M Smith, HI $87,890 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $87,790 Wake Island, HI $87,890

Vulnerability Tester I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Vulnerability Tester I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$82,290

Average $88,390/year

$96,190

$6,858

Average $7,366/month

$8,016

$1,583

Average $1,700/week

$1,850

$40

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,190	$8,016	$1,850	$46
Average	$88,390	$7,366	$1,700	$42
25th Percentile	$82,290	$6,858	$1,583	$40

Vulnerability Tester I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Vulnerability Tester I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $106,400 - a projected growth of 20% over your current level.

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