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Security Researcher I

Pen Test Partners · Remote

Compensation

$70k–$90kper year
$70k$90k
Entry Level
HybridFull-timeOffensive Security
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What is Pen Testing?

Companies hire you to hack their own systems before real hackers do.

This role is for you if you love puzzles and creative problem-solving.

📋About the Role

Research software and hardware vulnerabilities, contribute to CVE disclosures, and develop proof-of-concept exploits for internal testing and client engagements. Contribute to public research publications.

Exploit DevelopmentCVE ResearchReverse EngineeringAssembly

Your roadmap to get this job

Most people finish in 10–18 weeks from zero.

1
Foundation
4–6 wks
CompTIA Security+
Networking basics
Practice lab
2
Build Skills
4–8 wks
Hands-on labs
Build projects
Document learning
3
Get Hired
2–4 wks
Resume polish
Apply strategically
Interview prep

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