What are the main factors that influence a Security Penetration Tester's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Security Penetration Tester?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Security Penetration Tester roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Security Penetration Tester's salary?

A Security Penetration Tester's salary grows with experience: an Security Penetration Tester (2-4 years)earns $90,891, an IT Strategy Consultant III (4-7 years)earns $100,062, an IT Strategy Consultant IV (7+ years)earns $124,424, an IT Strategy Consultant V (7-10 years)earns $155,688, an IT Strategy Consulting Manager (10+ years)earns $139,818,

What are the highest paying states for a Security Penetration Tester?

Security Penetration Tester salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security Penetration Tester roles are District of Columbia $100,116, California $99,736, Massachusetts $98,407. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security Penetration Tester roles make?

Salaries for Security Penetration Tester level roles vary by specialization: Penetration Testing Director: $208,261; Penetration Tester V: $174,290; Penetration Tester IV: $149,962; Penetration Tester III: $130,465; Senior Penetration Tester: $128,087.

Security Penetration Tester Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Penetration Tester make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Penetration Tester in Delaware is $91,571 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $109,244
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,878 to $100,822
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,874

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Security Penetration Tester Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,822	$8,402	$1,939	$48
Average	$91,571	$7,631	$1,761	$44
25th Percentile	$83,878	$6,990	$1,613	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Security Penetration Tester Salaries

A Security Penetration Tester'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 Security Penetration Tester Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Security Penetration Tester'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $90,891
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,062
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,424
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $155,688
Expert (over 8 years): $139,818

Levels	Salary
Security ... Level Security Penetration Tester	$90,891
IT Strate... Level Security Penetration Tester	$100,062
IT Strate... Level Security Penetration Tester	$124,424
IT Strate... Level Security Penetration Tester	$155,688
IT Strate... Level Security Penetration Tester	$139,818

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How Do Security Penetration Tester 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 Security Penetration Testers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $100,116.
California: $99,736.
Massachusetts: $98,407.

District of Columbia $100,116 California $99,736 Massachusetts $98,407 Washington $98,045 New Jersey $98,009 Alaska $97,883 Connecticut $96,635 New York $96,128

Hawaii $94,510 Rhode Island $93,750 Maryland $93,235 Minnesota $92,530 Colorado $92,258 Illinois $92,168 Oregon $91,824 Delaware $91,571

New Hampshire $91,412 Virginia $91,056 Pennsylvania $90,016 Nevada $89,491 North Dakota $89,320 Michigan $89,048 Wisconsin $88,949 Vermont $88,750

Texas $88,198 Maine $88,162 Arizona $88,108 Ohio $88,045 Georgia $87,213 Indiana $86,797 Wyoming $86,715 Utah $86,589

Iowa $86,535 Kansas $86,100 Louisiana $85,974 North Carolina $85,929 Missouri $85,911 Florida $85,558 Montana $85,368 Nebraska $85,187

Kentucky $85,088 South Carolina $84,726 Tennessee $84,500 Idaho $84,410 New Mexico $83,750 Oklahoma $83,605 Alabama $83,071 South Dakota $82,176

Arkansas $81,688 West Virginia $81,426 Mississippi $80,639

Top Paying Cities for Security Penetration Testers

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:

Lincoln: $91,159
Little Creek: $91,826
Magnolia: $91,694

Lincoln, DE $91,159 Little Creek, DE $91,826 Magnolia, DE $91,694 Milford, DE $91,390 Marydel, DE $91,540 Millsboro, DE $90,776 Millville, DE $90,916 Milton, DE $91,074

Nassau, DE $91,140 Ocean View, DE $90,901 Rehoboth Beach, DE $91,076 Seaford, DE $91,127 Selbyville, DE $90,750 Smyrna, DE $91,889 Viola, DE $91,466 Woodside, DE $91,712

Bear, DE $91,501 Newark, DE $91,466 Claymont, DE $91,653 Delaware City, DE $91,558 Hockessin, DE $91,458 Kirkwood, DE $91,540 Middletown, DE $91,576 Montchanin, DE $91,479

New Castle, DE $91,492 Odessa, DE $91,621 Port Penn, DE $91,682 Rockland, DE $91,488 Saint Georges, DE $91,547 Townsend, DE $91,688 Winterthur, DE $91,499 Lewes, DE $91,109

Wilmington, DE $91,463 Dover, DE $91,826 Dover Afb, DE $91,342 Bethany Beach, DE $90,805 Bethel, DE $90,899 Bridgeville, DE $91,114 Camden Wyoming, DE $91,567 Cheswold, DE $91,796

Clayton, DE $91,799 Dagsboro, DE $90,742 Delmar, DE $90,596 Ellendale, DE $90,871 Felton, DE $91,383 Fenwick Island, DE $90,762 Frankford, DE $90,604 Frederica, DE $91,473

Georgetown, DE $90,708 Greenwood, DE $91,128 Harbeson, DE $90,804 Harrington, DE $91,267 Hartly, DE $91,551 Houston, DE $91,137 Kenton, DE $91,803 Laurel, DE $90,653

Yorklyn, DE $91,485

Security Penetration Tester Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Security Penetration Tester roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Security Penetration Tester positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Security Penetration Tester as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Security Penetration Tester

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$100,728	$48.0	10%
Biotechnology	$100,728	$48.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$100,728	$48.0	10%
Financial Services	$100,728	$48.0	10%
Healthcare	$100,728	$48.0	10%

Security Penetration Tester Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security Penetration Tester'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.

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$83,878

Average $91,571/year

$100,822

$6,990

Average $7,631/month

$8,402

$1,613

Average $1,761/week

$1,939

$40

Average $44/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,822	$8,402	$1,939	$48
Average	$91,571	$7,631	$1,761	$44
25th Percentile	$83,878	$6,990	$1,613	$40

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