Security / Penetration Tester salary in Denmark
A mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in Denmark earns a median of DKK 730k ($110k) a year gross. The p10 to p90 range is DKK 600k to DKK 890k. That is 42% below the US median for the same role. Denmark ranks 12 of 36 countries on our pay index. Juniors start near DKK 560k, leads reach DKK 1.1M.
Security / Penetration Tester pay by level in Denmark
Gross annual pay in DKK. Junior pay is DKK 560k, lead pay is DKK 1.1M: leads earn 100% more. The bar spans p10 to p90 with the median marked.
| Level | p10 | Median | p90 | Range | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | DKK 460k | DKK 560k | DKK 690k | $82k | |
| Mid-level | DKK 600k | DKK 730k | DKK 890k | $110k | |
| Senior | DKK 760k | DKK 930k | DKK 1.1M | $130k | |
| Lead | DKK 930k | DKK 1.1M | DKK 1.4M | $160k |
Estimates from posted pay ranges, base pay only. p10 and p90 are 0.82× and 1.22× the median. Methodology.
Security / Penetration Tester pay by city in Denmark
Copenhagen pays most at 1.06× the national median. Pay factor 1.00 equals the country median of DKK 730k.
| City | Tier | Pay factor | Mid-level median | p10–p90 | USD | QA jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copenhagen | A | 1.06× (+6%) | DKK 770k | DKK 630k–DKK 940k | $110k | 5 |
| Aarhus | C | 0.91× (-9%) | DKK 660k | DKK 540k–DKK 810k | $96k | 1 |
City factors are estimates (tier A = largest tech hubs). Remote roles are paid to the employer's pay band, which can differ from the city rate.
From gross to take-home in Denmark
A mid-level Security / Penetration Tester on DKK 730k gross keeps roughly 56–63% after income tax and social contributions, about DKK 410k to DKK 460k a year.
In Denmark, pay is usually quoted as monthly salary including pension contributions in many contracts. Estimate only: a single earner with no dependants and typical deductions. Bonuses, benefits, pension choices and regional taxes change the result. It is not tax advice.
QA roles open in Denmark
1 Security / Penetration Tester role open today. Showing the closest matches from 9 QA listings in Denmark.
Security QA (Burp Suite)
Junior Linguistic QA Tester
Senior Performance Engineer
0 listings in Denmark show a real posted pay range (0 for Security / Penetration Tester). Others carry a model estimate marked “est.”.
Who hires Security / Penetration Testers in Denmark
Employer mix by share of listings (9 listings in Denmark). Names are withheld; we show the type of company.
- AI companies22%
- Cybersecurity companies22%
- Games studios22%
- Healthtech companies11%
- Fintech companies11%
Similar-paying countries
Mid-level Security / Penetration Tester median in countries closest to Denmark on our pay index.
| Country | Local | USD |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | £84k | $110k |
| Austria | €95k | $100k |
| Germany | €100k | $110k |
| Netherlands | €100k | $110k |
| Belgium | €92k | $100k |
| Norway | NOK 1.2M | $110k |
What this estimate rests on
The Security / Penetration Tester baseline uses 22 US posted pay ranges. For Denmark, the country index is calibrated on 6 non-US observations in Nordics, so the regional sample is usable but still modest. Evidence score 4 of 8.
Security / Penetration Tester salary and jobs by city in Denmark
Security / Penetration Tester salary in Denmark: FAQ
What is the average Security / Penetration Tester salary in Denmark?
The median gross salary for a mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in Denmark is DKK 730k a year ($110k). The p10 is DKK 600k and the p90 is DKK 890k. This is an estimate based on posted pay ranges.
How much does a senior Security / Penetration Tester earn in Denmark?
A senior Security / Penetration Tester in Denmark earns a median of DKK 930k ($130k), with a range of DKK 760k to DKK 1.1M. Leads earn DKK 1.1M, 100% more than juniors at DKK 560k.
Which city in Denmark pays Security / Penetration Testers the most?
Copenhagen has the highest pay factor at 1.06x the country median, which puts a mid-level Security / Penetration Tester at about DKK 770k ($110k). Aarhus sits at 0.91x, around DKK 660k.
How does Denmark compare with the US for Security / Penetration Tester pay?
A mid-level Security / Penetration Tester in the US earns a median of $180k. In Denmark the equivalent is $110k, which is 42% below the US figure. Denmark ranks 12 of 36 countries; the Nordics median for this role is $100k.
What is the take-home pay for a Security / Penetration Tester in Denmark?
Roughly 56–63% of gross stays after income tax and social contributions for a single mid-level earner, which is about DKK 410k to DKK 460k a year on a DKK 730k gross salary. This is a generic estimate, not tax advice: benefits, family status and regional taxes change the result.
How many Security / Penetration Tester jobs are open in Denmark?
PassRidge lists 1 live Security / Penetration Tester role in Denmark, and 9 QA listings across all roles in Denmark. 0 of the Security / Penetration Tester listings and 0 of all listings in the country show a real posted pay range; the rest carry a model estimate.
Other roles in Denmark
| Role | Mid-level median | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Manual QA Tester | DKK 330k | $48k |
| QA Automation Engineer | DKK 490k | $71k |
| SDET | DKK 530k | $77k |
| QA Lead / Manager | DKK 440k | $64k |
| Mobile QA Engineer | DKK 430k | $62k |
| Performance Test Engineer | DKK 590k | $86k |
| Game QA Tester | DKK 270k | $39k |
| Accessibility Tester | DKK 390k | $57k |
| Business / Test Analyst | DKK 360k | $52k |
| Data / ETL QA Engineer | DKK 400k | $58k |
| Localization QA Tester | DKK 190k | $28k |
| AI / LLM Evaluation QA | DKK 420k | $61k |
| Release / DevOps Engineer | DKK 580k | $84k |
| Technical Writer (QA / Docs) | DKK 360k | $53k |
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