Ethical Hacker Salary in Houston, Texas

Ethical Hacker Salary in Houston, TX

How much does an Ethical Hacker make in Houston, TX? The average Ethical Hacker salary in Houston, TX is $109,122 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $97,964 and $122,961. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Ethical Hacker Salary $87,805 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Ethical Hacker Salary $97,964 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Ethical Hacker Salary $109,122 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Ethical Hacker Salary $122,961 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Ethical Hacker Salary $135,561 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
25% $97,964 10% $87,805 90% $135,561 75% $122,961 $109,122 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Ethical Hacker ?

The term "white hat" in Internet slang refers to an ethical computer hacker, or a computer security expert, who specializes in penetration testing and in other testing methodologies that ensures the security of an organization's information systems. Ethical hacking is a term meant to imply a broader category than just penetration testing. Contrasted with black hat, a malicious hacker, the name comes from Western films, where heroic and antagonistic cowboys might traditionally wear a white and a black hat respectively. While a white hat hacker hacks under good intentions with permission, and a...

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Job Openings for Ethical Hacker in Houston, TX
  • Resource Informatics Group - Irving, TX
    Title: Sr. Cyber Security Infrastructure Engineer. with Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Certification. Location: Seattle, WA - Remote. Length: 6-12 month Co...
    - 5 Days Ago
  • Nemours - Wilmington, DE
    Nemours is currently looking for a motivated Respiratory Therapist for a casual/per diem position at Nemours Children's Heath, Delaware. Schedule includes ...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • Nemours - Wilmington, DE
    Respiratory Therapist - Up to $10K sign-on bonus. Nemours is seeking a Respiratory Therapist to join our Nemours Children's Hospital team in Wilmington, DE...
    - 6 Months Ago
  • WOODMONT Real Estate Services - Belmont, CA
    Woodmont Real Estate Services is a premier asset and property management company, we're proud to offer Northern California over 50 years' experience managi...
    - 10 Days Ago
  • Texas Physical Therapy Specialists - Pflugerville, TX
    Overview. Join the company with the largest number of Board Certified Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapist Specialists in Texas. Voted “Best Places to ...
    - 26 Days Ago

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    4 - 7 years experience
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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
97964
122961
109122

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
101312
131636
114953
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Ethical Hacker in Houston, TX. The base salary for Ethical Hacker ranges from $97,964 to $122,961 with the average base salary of $109,122. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $101,312 to $131,636 with the average total cash compensation of $114,953.

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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

Ethical Hacker Salary in popular cities: San Antonio, Dallas, Austin

Skills associated with Ethical Hacker: Penetration Testing

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