CISO Salary in Boston, Massachusetts

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CISO Salary in Boston, MA

How much does a CISO make in Boston, MA? The average CISO salary in Boston, MA is $273,273 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $243,263 and $309,353. 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.

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10th Percentile CISO Salary $215,940 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile CISO Salary $243,263 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile CISO Salary $273,273 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile CISO Salary $309,353 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile CISO Salary $342,202 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
25% $243,263 10% $215,940 90% $342,202 75% $309,353 $273,273 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The CISO oversees the development, implementation, and enforcement of information security standards and procedures. Responsible for determining enterprise information security policy and strategy. Being a CISO in charge of IT risk evaluations, audits, and security incident investigation. Ensures that all information systems are functional correctly regarding secure policy. In addition, CISO requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The CISO manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Working as a CISO typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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