Penetration Tester Jobs
Penetration testers (pentesters) run point-in-time offensive assessments - web, network, cloud, and red-team engagements - and the report is the deliverable. Roles split between consultancies and in-house security teams, and the OSCP is the near-universal credential.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does a Penetration Tester do?
- Penetration testers (pentesters) run point-in-time offensive assessments - web, network, cloud, and red-team engagements - and the report is the deliverable. Roles split between consultancies and in-house security teams, and the OSCP is the near-universal credential.
- How many Penetration Tester jobs are there right now?
- We are tracking 48 live Penetration Tester roles across the cybersecurity employers we monitor, updated hourly. Each listing links straight to the employer's own application page.
- Are Penetration Tester jobs remote?
- Some are. Many Penetration Tester roles are hybrid or on-site because of tooling and data-sensitivity, but fully-remote listings appear regularly - filter the board or browse our remote cybersecurity jobs page.
- What certifications help you get a Penetration Tester job?
- OSCP is the credential most often named in Penetration Tester postings. Beyond a certificate, hands-on evidence - a home lab, CTF write-ups, or public detections - carries the most weight in screening.