Security / Penetration Tester salary in Edmonton, Canada
A mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in Edmonton earns a median of C$190k a year gross ($140k), from C$150k at p10 to C$230k at p90. Edmonton pays 0.90× the Canada median and 22% below the US median of $180k. About 1 million people live in Edmonton.
Security / Penetration Tester pay by level in Edmonton
Gross annual pay in CAD. Junior C$150k, lead C$290k. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | C$120k | C$150k | C$180k | $110k | |
| Mid-level | C$150k | C$190k | C$230k | $140k | |
| Senior | C$200k | C$240k | C$290k | $180k | |
| Lead | C$240k | C$290k | C$360k | $210k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only: the Canada median (C$210k) times a 0.90 city factor. Methodology.
From gross to take-home in Edmonton
Employers in Canada usually quote annual base salary, hourly for contract roles.
A generic estimate for a single mid-level earner, not tax advice.
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Security / Penetration Tester salary in Edmonton: FAQ
What is the average Security / Penetration Tester salary in Edmonton?
The median gross salary for a mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in Edmonton is C$190k a year ($140k). The p10 is C$150k and the p90 is C$230k. This is an estimate from posted pay ranges, scaled to Edmonton with a city factor of 0.90.
How much does a senior Security / Penetration Tester make in Edmonton?
A senior Security / Penetration Tester in Edmonton earns a median of C$240k ($180k), with a range of C$200k to C$290k. Leads reach C$290k and juniors start near C$150k.
What is an entry-level Security / Penetration Tester salary in Edmonton?
A junior Security / Penetration Tester in Edmonton earns about C$150k a year ($110k), between C$120k and C$180k. Pay rises to C$190k at mid-level.
Is Edmonton a good-paying city for Security / Penetration Testers in Canada?
Edmonton ranks 7th of 11 tracked Canada cities for this role, at 0.90x the national median of C$210k. It pays close to or below the national median.
What is the take-home pay for a Security / Penetration Tester in Edmonton?
Roughly 70-76% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner: about C$130k to C$140k a year, or C$12k a month. This is not tax advice.
What is the hourly rate for a Security / Penetration Tester in Edmonton?
A C$190k gross salary equals about C$91 an hour on a 40-hour week (C$16k a month gross). Contractors typically quote 20-35% above this to cover leave and benefits.
All figures are gross estimates, not offers or advice.