Responsibilities
- Runs penetration tests on web apps, APIs, networks and cloud
- Exploits and documents vulnerabilities with evidence
- Writes reports with risk ratings and remediation advice
- Verifies that fixes were applied correctly
2027 rates · Latin America
Hire Penetration Testers in Latin America
A penetration tester looks for vulnerabilities in your applications, networks and infrastructure by simulating real attacks, always with authorization. Their report tells you what to fix first, and Latin America has certified pentesters with web, API and cloud experience.
- 72-hour shortlist
- Start in ~5 days
- Talent in 18 countries
Rates 2027
How much does it cost to hire a Penetration Tester in Latin America? (2027)
A semi-senior Penetration Tester costs about $4,250–$6,750 per month through Interfell, all-in (salary $3,400–$5,400 with advanced English).
| Seniority | Tier 1Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Mexico, Uruguay | Tier 2Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Guatemala, Panama | Tier 3Bolivia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Venezuela |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior | $3,375Salary $2,700 | $2,875Salary $2,300 | $2,500Salary $2,000 |
| Semi Senior | $6,750Salary $5,400 | $5,313Salary $4,250 | $4,250Salary $3,400 |
| Senior | $8,188Salary $6,550 | $7,375Salary $5,900 | $6,313Salary $5,050 |
USD per month. Large figure: monthly cost with Interfell (all-in). “Salary”: the professional’s pay with advanced English, for profiles working with US companies (English premium of 15% in Tier 1, 25% in Tier 2 and 30% in Tier 3 over the LATAM base).
How the price works (80/20). With Interfell remote staffing, 80% of the monthly invoice is the professional’s pay and 20% is Interfell’s fee (equivalent to adding 25% to the salary). Contracts, payments and local compliance in one invoice.
Updated: October 2026 · Source: Interfell LATAM IT Salary Guide 2027 · See the full salary guide.
The role
What a Penetration Tester does
Skills and stack
- Burp Suite
- OWASP Top 10 and OWASP API Security
- Nmap, Metasploit
- Active Directory and lateral movement
- Cloud pentesting
- Scripting (Python, Bash)
- Technical report writing
Vetting
What to assess
In the interview and technical test
- Hands-on lab or CTF with real vulnerabilities
- Quality of a past (anonymized) pentest report
- How they prioritize findings by business impact
- Hands-on certifications (OSCP, eWPT, PNPT) and professional ethics
How Interfell helps
Every shortlist comes pre-vetted for English level, technical depth and fit with US teams. You get candidates in about 72 hours and your hire can start in roughly 5 days.
Levels
Seniority levels
Junior
Runs guided tests and documents known findings.
From $2,500/mo with InterfellSemi Senior
Runs complete pentests independently.
$4,250–$6,750/mo with InterfellSenior
Leads complex or red team engagements and sets methodology.
Up to $8,188/mo with InterfellHiring models
How to hire with Interfell
Remote staffing
Interfell contracts, pays and administers the professional in their country. You get one monthly invoice and unlimited replacements at no extra cost while the service runs.
Remote staffing →IT recruiting
We find and vet the candidate; you hire them directly under your own contract. Includes a 60-day replacement guarantee.
IT recruiting →Plans and pricing
Compare plans and fees for staffing and recruiting, and pick the model that fits your team and budget.
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Hiring Penetration Testers: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a penetration tester in Latin America?
It depends on seniority and the country tier you hire in; the table on this page shows the monthly cost for each combination. With Interfell staffing, 80% of the monthly invoice is the professional’s pay and 20% is Interfell’s fee. US-facing profiles with advanced English earn a premium.
How long does it take to hire a penetration tester?
Interfell presents a first shortlist within 72 hours, and the hire can usually start in about 5 days.
In-house pentester or one-off pentests?
If you ship changes often or have compliance requirements, a dedicated pentester lets you test continuously. If you only need an annual review, a one-off pentest is usually enough.
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