Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Geneva, Switzerland
A mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in Geneva earns a median of CHF 160k a year ($180k gross). Geneva has about 202,000 residents and is the 2nd largest of the 3 Switzerland cities we list. PassRidge lists 1 open Security / Penetration Tester role based here.
Security / Penetration Tester roles near Geneva
No Security / Penetration Tester listing is based in Geneva today, so these are the nearest in Switzerland, then the levels we place here. Placement pay starts at the higher of the city and national median.
Application Security Engineer
Application Security Specialist (a) 80-100%
Application Security Architect (a) 80-100%
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 Geneva
Gross annual pay in CHF. Geneva is 1.06× the Switzerland median (+6%), which is CHF 150k at mid-level.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | CHF 100k | CHF 120k | CHF 150k | $140k | |
| Mid-level | CHF 130k | CHF 160k | CHF 190k | $180k | |
| Senior | CHF 170k | CHF 200k | CHF 250k | $230k | |
| Lead | CHF 200k | CHF 240k | CHF 300k | $280k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. Full Security / Penetration Tester salary page for Geneva.
What a Security / Penetration Tester does in Geneva
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
Geneva is on Europe/Zurich. A 09:00-17:00 day shares 2 h with US East, 7 h with London and 8 h with Central Europe.
Security / Penetration Tester jobs in other Switzerland cities
| City | Mid-level median | |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich | CHF 160k | Security / Penetration Tester jobs |
| Basel | CHF 150k | Security / Penetration Tester jobs |
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Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Geneva: FAQ
How much does a Security / Penetration Tester earn in Geneva?
A mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in Geneva earns a median of CHF 160k a year ($180k), with a p10 to p90 range of CHF 130k to CHF 190k. Junior pay starts near CHF 120k, senior pay is CHF 200k and leads reach CHF 240k.
Are there Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Geneva?
Yes: 1 open Security / Penetration Tester role is based in Geneva right now, 0 of them remote, and 3 in Switzerland. Tell us your city and we alert you when a local role opens.
How does Geneva pay compare with the rest of Switzerland?
Geneva ranks 2nd of 3 Switzerland cities we track for Security / Penetration Tester pay, at 1.06x the national median (+6%). The national mid-level median is CHF 150k, so Geneva is above it.
What skills do Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Geneva 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 Geneva?
Geneva is on Europe/Zurich. A 09:00-17:00 day shares about 2 h with US East, 7 h with London and 8 h with Central Europe. 70% of Security / Penetration Tester roles are remote-friendly.
How do I get a Security / Penetration Tester job in Geneva 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 Geneva starts at the higher of the city and national median.