Penetration Tester
Average Salary
£46,280
Job Forecast
+2%
Currently Employed in Scotland
13,923
What is a Penetration Tester
Getting in and Qualifications
There are a number of different routes into a career as an Ethical Hacker.
Many Ethical Hackers have studied subjects such as:
- Ethical Hacking
- Information Security
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
You could also undertake a Modern Apprenticeship in Information Security, or a Graduate Apprenticeship in Cyber Security to gain the skills the role requires.
The most important requirement for an Ethical Hacker is practical experience, which does not necessarily require a higher education qualification.
Entry requirements for courses can change. Always contact the college, university or training provider to check exactly what you will need.