Penetration Testing
Real-time demand data from active job postings. Updated weekly from the same index powering all Datamata intelligence tools.
Active listings
50
30-day trend
-34.7%
% of listings
5%
As of September 2026, Penetration Testing appears in 50 active security job listings (5% of tracked security postings).
Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.
Skills that pair with Penetration Testing
% of Penetration Testing listings that also require each skill
Top roles hiring Penetration Testing
Active listings by role title in security
Is Penetration Testing in demand in 2026?
Penetration Testing appears in 50 active job listings in the security category — representing 5% of all tracked security postings. Over the past 30 days demand has declined 34.7%.
Penetration Testing most commonly appears alongside Python, AWS, LLMs / GenAI in job requirements. Building proficiency in these complementary skills can significantly strengthen a candidate profile.
Penetration Testing demand FAQ
Is Penetration Testing in demand in 2026?
Penetration Testing appears in 50 active security job listings, about 5% of tracked security postings. Demand has declined 34.7% over the past 30 days.
What roles require Penetration Testing?
Penetration Testing is most in demand for Security Engineer roles, followed by SOC Analyst and Security Architect, based on active security listings.
What skills pair with Penetration Testing?
Penetration Testing most commonly appears alongside Python, AWS and LLMs / GenAI in job requirements.
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