How much does a Computer Forensics Analyst IV make in San Jose, CA? The average Computer Forensics Analyst IV salary in San Jose, CA is $236,500 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $211,261 and $259,534. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Computer Forensics Analyst IV Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Computer Forensics Analyst IV Salary $188,281 San Jose,CA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Computer Forensics Analyst IV Salary $211,261 San Jose,CA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Computer Forensics Analyst IV Salary $236,500 San Jose,CA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Computer Forensics Analyst IV Salary $259,534 San Jose,CA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Computer Forensics Analyst IV Salary $280,505 San Jose,CA May 28, 2024
25% $211,261 10% $188,281 90% $280,505 75% $259,534 $236,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Computer Forensics Analyst IV

Computer Forensics Analyst IV performs forensic analysis on computer systems and servers. Investigates cybersecurity incidents using digital forensic techniques and tools. Being a Computer Forensics Analyst IV collects, preserves, and analyzes digital evidence. Recovers emails, databases, and other potentially lost or compromised data. Additionally, Computer Forensics Analyst IV documents and reports on findings, and recommends next steps. Evaluates the organization's digital forensic tools and procedures and recommends and implements potentially valuable changes. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Computer Forensics Analyst IV works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. To be a Computer Forensics Analyst IV typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Computer Forensics Analyst IV salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Computer Forensics Analyst IV, the highest Computer Forensics Analyst IV salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Computer Forensics Analyst IV salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Computer Forensics Analyst IV salary is in Miami, FL, where the Computer Forensics Analyst IV salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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