Security Penetration Tester Salary in Gaithersburg, MD

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How much does a Security Penetration Tester make in Gaithersburg, MD? The average Security Penetration Tester salary in Gaithersburg, MD is $111,887 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $100,064 and $126,132. 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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Penetration Tester

CYBERMAXX LLC - Brentwood , TN

We are seeking a penetration tester to support our growth. The person that takes this role will ... Follow primary source cyber security feeds, publications, and articles to remain current on trade ...

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Cyber Penetration Tester

Elyon International - Camp Pendleton , CA

Perform system security analysis on systems and/or software to understand and identify ... Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Penetration Tester (GPEN), CompTIA PenTest ...

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Penetration Tester

Dexian - Irving , TX

Penetration Tester Location: Irving, TX Duration: 12+ Months (Possible Extension) Required ... Security devices: Firewalls, VPN, AAA systems. * OS Security: Unix/Linux, Windows, OSX

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Senior Penetration Tester

Securin - Albuquerque , NM

We have continuously improved the security posture of our customers against evolving and emerging cyber threats through our services in vulnerability management, penetration testing, cloud security ...

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Penetration Tester

Motion Recruitment - Irving , TX

... security experience. * 4+ years of experience or equivalent knowledge and exposure are required ... Conducting Vulnerability Assessments and Penetration Testing (application and/or infrastructure ...

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Android Penetration Tester / Engineer

FaceTec, Inc. - San Diego , CA

Lead offensive security efforts and Android penetration testing initiatives at FaceTec. * Identify nuanced vulnerabilities in advanced systems. * Work with FaceTec's cybersecurity teams to develop ...

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What does a Security Penetration Tester do?

Common responsibilities of a Security Penetration Tester

Actively continue education and technical skill development, improving security capabilities.

July 28, 2022

Provide subject matter expertise and guidance utilizing tools and techniques to conduct cyber vulnerability and penetration testing.

January 06, 2023

Assist management with the improvement of policy and procedure to support Security Testing and Red Team activities as well as other security duties which may arise.

February 12, 2023

Develop subject matter expertise of focused capabilities in the topics of database security, wireless security, or application and development security.

February 24, 2023

Assure the development of his/her professional skills to effectively meet the needs of our clients and internal staff.

March 05, 2023

Supports the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results, and preparation of required reports.

April 23, 2023

Execute penetration tests and security assessments, including internal & external networks, web and mobile applications, Windows and Linux environments, AWS architecture, IoT devices, and more.

May 05, 2023

Demonstrate and apply strong project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and services.

May 08, 2023

Participate in developing security roadmap, adopt security best practices, and implement new ideas and innovations according to the industry trends.

May 11, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Security Penetration Tester in Gaithersburg, MD

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100064

126132

111887

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Includes base and annual incentives

104445

134555

116769

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Security Penetration Tester in Gaithersburg, MD. The base salary for Security Penetration Tester ranges from $100,064 to $126,132 with the average base salary of $111,887. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $104,445 to $134,555 with the average total cash compensation of $116,769.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$111,887	$100,064 - $126,132
Bonus	$4,882	$4,381 - $8,423
Total Pay	$116,769	$104,445 - $134,555

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Security Penetration Tester Salary Near Gaithersburg, MD

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Gaithersburg, MD
CITY, STATE Germantown, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $97,401 - $122,775	COMPARE TO Gaithersburg, MD
CITY, STATE Rockville, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,232 - $126,343	COMPARE TO Gaithersburg, MD
CITY, STATE Potomac, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,292 - $126,419	COMPARE TO Gaithersburg, MD
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,353 - $126,495	COMPARE TO Gaithersburg, MD
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,353 - $126,495	COMPARE TO Gaithersburg, MD
CITY, STATE Columbia, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,522 - $116,624	COMPARE TO Gaithersburg, MD

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About Gaithersburg, Maryland

Gaithersburg (pronunciation (help·info)), officially the City of Gaithersburg, is a city in Montgomery County, Maryland. At the time of the 2010 U.S. Census, Gaithersburg had a population of 59,933, making it the fourth largest incorporated city in the state, behind Baltimore, Frederick, and Rockville. Gaithersburg is located to the northwest of Washington, D.C., and is considered a suburb and a primary city within the Washington–Arlington–Alexandria, DC–VA–MD–WV Metropolitan Statistical Area. Gaithersburg was incorporated as a town in 1878 and as a city in 1968. Gaithersburg is divided into e...

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