This role pays less than
62%
of similar roles. Most pay
$129,000–$189,925
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$142k
versus about
$159k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting
Booz Allen Hamilton currently has
1159 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$86,800–$198,000
across 804 roles with salary data.
As a Penetration Tester, you will conduct testing and analysis to identify vulnerabilities and potential threat vectors in systems and networks while developing exploits and engineering attack methodologies. You will work with minimal direction to provide technical expertise, solve complex problems, and mentor team members as needed. Your daily responsibilities involve performing network security analysis, including software or traffic analysis, and leveraging adversarial tactics for hands-on security testing. The role requires proficiency in Linux, Windows, and virtual platforms. Preferred skills include manually auditing source code in Java, Ruby, Python, JavaScript, Rust, or C, along with knowledge of tools targeting Artificial Intelligence systems. This position focuses on identifying risks and developing threat mitigation plans within a secure environment requiring a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph to address critical security vulnerabilities.
MITRE ATT&CK
Penetration Testing
Linux
Windows
Network Security Analysis
Java
Ruby
Python
JavaScript
Rust
C
Atomic Red Team
Scythe
Mandiant ASV
AttackIQ
Security Architecture
Penetration Testing
Red Team Operations
Kali
Metasploit
NMAP
Cobalt Strike
Wireshark
tcp dump
Java
PHP
SQL
No SQL
HTML
Linux
Windows
Reverse Engineering
C2
WSUS