Security Penetration Tester Salary in Stamford, CT

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How much does a Security Penetration Tester make in Stamford, CT? The average Security Penetration Tester salary in Stamford, CT is $115,718 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $103,490 and $130,450. 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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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

Cloud Quest LLC - Yuma , AZ

Penetration Tester Location: Chandler, AZ OR Dallas, TX OR Charlotte, NC or SF, CA or NY/ Hybrid ... Essentially security central for what they do. Rekha Nainwal (Sr. Technical Resource Specialist ...

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Senior Application Security Specialist - Penetration Testing (Remote)

AbbVie - Austin , TX

Dynamic (DAST) application security testing and/or penetration testing of applications and source code * Auditing results of security assessments with development and/or security teams and offering ...

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Penetration Tester

Strata Information Group - San Diego , CA

Lead security assessments and penetration testing projects * Identify and exploit vulnerabilities to quantify risk to an organization * Develop mitigation strategies for keeping our clients safe

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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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Associate, Penetration Tester - Compliance Security | Remote US

Coalfire Systems - Broomfield , CO

Contribute to the Coalfire Cyber Security Services Penetration Testing Team overall success by helping the team to meet various business objectives and metrics What You'll Bring * 3+ years ...

Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 36 days ago

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 Stamford, CT

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103490

130450

115718

Average Total Cash Compensation

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108021

139161

120767

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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 Stamford, CT. The base salary for Security Penetration Tester ranges from $103,490 to $130,450 with the average base salary of $115,718. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $108,021 to $139,161 with the average total cash compensation of $120,767.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$115,718	$103,490 - $130,450
Bonus	$5,049	$4,531 - $8,712
Total Pay	$120,767	$108,021 - $139,161

* 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 Stamford, CT

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Stamford, CT
CITY, STATE Greenwich, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,739 - $130,763	COMPARE TO Stamford, CT
CITY, STATE Norwalk, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $103,739 - $130,763	COMPARE TO Stamford, CT
CITY, STATE Fairfield, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $102,408 - $129,086	COMPARE TO Stamford, CT
CITY, STATE Bridgeport, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $102,408 - $129,086	COMPARE TO Stamford, CT
CITY, STATE Danbury, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $100,079 - $126,150	COMPARE TO Stamford, CT
CITY, STATE Stratford, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $102,408 - $129,086	COMPARE TO Stamford, CT

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About Stamford, Connecticut

Stamford (/ˈstæmfərd/) is a city in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States. According to the 2010 census, the population of the city is 122,643. As of 2017, according to the Census Bureau, the population of Stamford had risen to 131,000, making it the third-largest city in the state (behind Bridgeport and New Haven) and the seventh-largest city in New England. Approximately 30 miles (50 kilometers) from Manhattan, Stamford is in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk Metro area which is a part of the Greater New York metropolitan area. Stamford is home to four Fortune 500 Companies, nine Fort...

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