Security / Penetration Tester salary in Melbourne, Australia
A mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in Melbourne earns a median of A$200k a year gross ($130k), from A$160k at p10 to A$240k at p90. Melbourne pays 1.00× the Australia median and 28% below the US median of $180k. About 5.4 million people live in Melbourne.
Security / Penetration Tester pay by level in Melbourne
Gross annual pay in AUD. Junior A$150k, lead A$300k. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | A$120k | A$150k | A$180k | $100k | |
| Mid-level | A$160k | A$200k | A$240k | $130k | |
| Senior | A$200k | A$250k | A$300k | $170k | |
| Lead | A$250k | A$300k | A$370k | $200k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only: the Australia median (A$200k) times a 1.00 city factor. Methodology.
From gross to take-home in Melbourne
Employers in Australia usually quote annual package, usually quoted with or without 11.5% superannuation.
A generic estimate for a single mid-level earner, not tax advice.
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Security / Penetration Tester salary in Melbourne: FAQ
What is the average Security / Penetration Tester salary in Melbourne?
The median gross salary for a mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in Melbourne is A$200k a year ($130k). The p10 is A$160k and the p90 is A$240k. This is an estimate from posted pay ranges, scaled to Melbourne with a city factor of 1.00.
How much does a senior Security / Penetration Tester make in Melbourne?
A senior Security / Penetration Tester in Melbourne earns a median of A$250k ($170k), with a range of A$200k to A$300k. Leads reach A$300k and juniors start near A$150k.
What is an entry-level Security / Penetration Tester salary in Melbourne?
A junior Security / Penetration Tester in Melbourne earns about A$150k a year ($100k), between A$120k and A$180k. Pay rises to A$200k at mid-level.
Is Melbourne a good-paying city for Security / Penetration Testers in Australia?
Melbourne ranks 2nd of 5 tracked Australia cities for this role, at 1.00x the national median of A$200k. It pays close to or below the national median.
What is the take-home pay for a Security / Penetration Tester in Melbourne?
Roughly 71-77% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner: about A$140k to A$150k a year, or A$13k a month. This is not tax advice.
What is the hourly rate for a Security / Penetration Tester in Melbourne?
A A$200k gross salary equals about A$96 an hour on a 40-hour week (A$17k a month gross). Contractors typically quote 20-35% above this to cover leave and benefits.
All figures are gross estimates, not offers or advice.