Penetration Testers
Evaluate network system security by conducting simulated internal and external cyberattacks using adversary tools and techniques. Attempt to breach and exploit critical systems and gain access to sensitive information to assess system security.
At a Glance
Penetration Testers earns a median of $108,970/yr with +8.2% projected growth. Typical entry: Bachelor's degree. Top skills: Dependability, Integrity, Cautiousness.
$108,970/yr
+8.2%
31
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Technology (41)
Category: Development environment software | Hot Technology
Category: Data base user interface and query software | Hot Technology
Category: Data base user interface and query software | Hot Technology
Category: Internet directory services software | Hot Technology | In Demand
Work Styles (6)
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
Careers with Overlapping Skills
These occupations share the most skills. A career transition between them means many of your skills transfer directly.
Software Developers
Computer and Mathematical · 69 shared skills
Information Security Analysts
Computer and Mathematical · 62 shared skills
Information Security Engineers
Computer and Mathematical · 62 shared skills
Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
Computer and Mathematical · 59 shared skills
Digital Forensics Analysts
Computer and Mathematical · 59 shared skills
Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Computer and Mathematical · 58 shared skills
Web Developers
Computer and Mathematical · 55 shared skills
Computer User Support Specialists
Computer and Mathematical · 54 shared skills
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