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Penetration Testers

  • Information Technology
Median Yearly Income
$102,519
Most Common Education Level
Bachelor's degree
Projected Job Growth
+10.16%

What do Penetration Testers do?

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.


Career Interests Areas

  1. Investigative
  2. Conventional
  3. Realistic
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