Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Zurich, Switzerland
A mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in Zurich earns a median of CHF 160k a year ($190k gross). Zurich has about 415,000 residents and is the 1st largest of the 3 Switzerland cities we list. PassRidge lists 2 open Security / Penetration Tester roles based here.
Open Security / Penetration Tester roles in Zurich
2 roles based in Zurich, then the levels we place here. Placement pay starts at the higher of the city and national median.
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 Zurich
Gross annual pay in CHF. Zurich is 1.10× the Switzerland median (+10%), which is CHF 150k at mid-level.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | CHF 100k | CHF 130k | CHF 160k | $140k | |
| Mid-level | CHF 130k | CHF 160k | CHF 200k | $190k | |
| Senior | CHF 170k | CHF 210k | CHF 260k | $240k | |
| Lead | CHF 210k | CHF 250k | CHF 310k | $290k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. Full Security / Penetration Tester salary page for Zurich.
What a Security / Penetration Tester does in Zurich
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
Zurich 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Geneva | CHF 160k | Security / Penetration Tester jobs |
| Basel | CHF 150k | Security / Penetration Tester jobs |
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Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Zurich: FAQ
How much does a Security / Penetration Tester earn in Zurich?
A mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in Zurich earns a median of CHF 160k a year ($190k), with a p10 to p90 range of CHF 130k to CHF 200k. Junior pay starts near CHF 130k, senior pay is CHF 210k and leads reach CHF 250k.
Are there Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Zurich?
Yes: 2 open Security / Penetration Tester roles are based in Zurich 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 Zurich pay compare with the rest of Switzerland?
Zurich ranks 1st of 3 Switzerland cities we track for Security / Penetration Tester pay, at 1.10x the national median (+10%). The national mid-level median is CHF 150k, so Zurich is above it. Against the US it is 6% above the US median of $180k.
What skills do Security / Penetration Tester jobs in Zurich 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 Zurich?
Zurich 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 Zurich 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 Zurich starts at the higher of the city and national median.