Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Mexico City, Mexico
Security / Penetration Tester pay in Mexico City centres on MX$1.7M ($93k) at mid-level, from MX$1.4M to MX$2M. Mexico City has about 12.3 million residents and is the 1st largest of the 10 Mexico cities we list. No Security / Penetration Tester listing is based here today; Mexico has 0, and remote roles can be done from Mexico City.
Security / Penetration Tester openings we fill in Mexico City
The four levels PassRidge places in Mexico City. Placement pay starts at the higher of the city and national median.
Junior Penetration Tester
Penetration Tester
Senior Penetration Tester
Lead Penetration Tester
"Talent pipeline" cards are the levels we place, not an employer's vacancy. Real postings are labelled "Market listing". How pay is set.
Security / Penetration Tester pay by level in Mexico City
Gross annual pay in MXN. Mexico City is 1.10× the Mexico median (+10%), which is MX$1.5M at mid-level.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | MX$1.1M | MX$1.3M | MX$1.6M | $72k | |
| Mid-level | MX$1.4M | MX$1.7M | MX$2M | $93k | |
| Senior | MX$1.7M | MX$2.1M | MX$2.6M | $120k | |
| Lead | MX$2.1M | MX$2.6M | MX$3.2M | $140k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. Full Security / Penetration Tester salary page for Mexico City.
What a Security / Penetration Tester does in Mexico City
Attacks applications before someone else does, then helps fix what breaks.
- Run web, API and mobile penetration tests against agreed scope
- Triage scanner output and remove false positives
- Write findings with proof of exploit and a fix recommendation
- Add security checks to CI
- Retest fixes and track remediation
Skills and stack employers ask for
Tools named most often
Time zone
Mexico City is on America/Mexico City. A 09:00-17:00 day shares 6 h with US East, 1 h with London and 0 h with Central Europe.
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Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Mexico City: FAQ
How much does a Security / Penetration Tester earn in Mexico City?
A mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in Mexico City earns a median of MX$1.7M a year ($93k), with a p10 to p90 range of MX$1.4M to MX$2M. Junior pay starts near MX$1.3M, senior pay is MX$2.1M and leads reach MX$2.6M.
Are there Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Mexico City?
No Security / Penetration Tester listing is based in Mexico City today, but Mexico has 0 and Security / Penetration Tester roles open to remote candidates in the same time zone are common. Tell us your city and we alert you when a local role opens.
How does Mexico City pay compare with the rest of Mexico?
Mexico City ranks 1st of 10 Mexico cities we track for Security / Penetration Tester pay, at 1.10x the national median (+10%). The national mid-level median is MX$1.5M, so Mexico City is above it. Against the US it is 48% below the US median of $180k.
What skills do Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Mexico City ask for?
Attacks applications before someone else does, then helps fix what breaks. Typical requirements: OWASP Top 10, Burp Suite, Scripting, Threat modelling, Reporting. The tools named most often are Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Postman, Docker.
Can a Security / Penetration Tester work with US or European teams from Mexico City?
Mexico City is on America/Mexico City. A 09:00-17:00 day shares about 6 h with US East, 1 h with London and 0 h with Central Europe. 70% of Security / Penetration Tester roles are remote-friendly.
How do I get a Security / Penetration Tester job in Mexico City with PassRidge?
Tell us your level and stack in the form on this page. A recruiter sends matching roles with the pay shown upfront; it is free for candidates and nothing goes to an employer without your written OK. Our placement range for Mexico City starts at the higher of the city and national median.