What are the main factors that influence a Cyber Security Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Cyber Security Manager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Cyber Security Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cyber Security Manager's salary?

A Cyber Security Manager's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Incident Response Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $144,285, a Cyber Incident Response Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $166,479, a Cyber Security Manager (10+ years)earns $139,957, a Cyber Intrusion Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $169,619, a Cyber Intrusion Director (10+ years)earns $187,098,

What are the highest paying states for a Cyber Security Manager?

Cyber Security Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cyber Security Manager roles are District of Columbia $153,020, California $152,440, Massachusetts $150,410. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cyber Security Manager roles make?

Salaries for Cyber Security Manager level roles vary by specialization: VP of Cyber Security Architecture: $238,417; Cyber Security Architect Director: $212,671; IS and Cyber Security Senior Manager: $185,534; Cyber Security Senior Manager: $167,500; Cyber Security Architect Manager: $164,706.

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Cyber Security Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cyber Security Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Security Manager in Delaware is $139,960 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

However, a Cyber Security Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $163,420
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,570 to $152,240
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,110

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Cyber Security Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$152,240	$12,687	$2,928	$73
Average	$139,960	$11,663	$2,692	$67
25th Percentile	$129,570	$10,798	$2,492	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Cyber Security Manager Salaries

A Cyber Security Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Cyber Security Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cyber Security Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Cyber Incident Response Analyst IV (7+ years): $144,285
Cyber Incident Response Analyst V (7-10 years): $166,479
Cyber Security Manager (10+ years): $139,957
Cyber Intrusion Senior Manager (10+ years): $169,619
Cyber Intrusion Director (10+ years): $187,098

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Cyber Incident Response Analyst IV	7+ years	$144,285
Cyber Incident Response Analyst V	7-10 years	$166,479
Cyber Security Manager	10+ years	$139,957
Cyber Intrusion Senior Manager	10+ years	$169,619
Cyber Intrusion Director	10+ years	$187,098

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How Do Cyber Security Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Cyber Security Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $153,020.
California: $152,440.
Massachusetts: $150,410.

District of Columbia $153,020 California $152,440 Massachusetts $150,410 Washington $149,860 New Jersey $149,800 Alaska $149,610 Connecticut $147,700 New York $146,930

Hawaii $144,450 Rhode Island $143,290 Maryland $142,510 Minnesota $141,430 Colorado $141,010 Illinois $140,870 Oregon $140,350 Delaware $139,960

New Hampshire $139,720 Virginia $139,170 Pennsylvania $137,590 Nevada $136,780 North Dakota $136,520 Michigan $136,110 Wisconsin $135,950 Vermont $135,650

Texas $134,810 Maine $134,750 Arizona $134,670 Ohio $134,570 Georgia $133,300 Indiana $132,670 Wyoming $132,540 Utah $132,350

Iowa $132,260 Kansas $131,600 Louisiana $131,410 North Carolina $131,340 Missouri $131,310 Florida $130,770 Montana $130,480 Nebraska $130,210

Kentucky $130,050 South Carolina $129,500 Tennessee $129,150 Idaho $129,020 New Mexico $128,010 Oklahoma $127,790 Alabama $126,970 South Dakota $125,600

Arkansas $124,860 West Virginia $124,460 Mississippi $123,250

Top Paying Cities for Cyber Security Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $139,330
Little Creek: $140,350
Magnolia: $140,150

Lincoln, DE $139,330 Little Creek, DE $140,350 Magnolia, DE $140,150 Milford, DE $139,690 Marydel, DE $139,920 Millsboro, DE $138,750 Millville, DE $138,960 Milton, DE $139,200

Nassau, DE $139,300 Ocean View, DE $138,940 Rehoboth Beach, DE $139,200 Seaford, DE $139,280 Selbyville, DE $138,710 Smyrna, DE $140,450 Viola, DE $139,800 Woodside, DE $140,180

Bear, DE $139,850 Newark, DE $139,800 Claymont, DE $140,090 Delaware City, DE $139,940 Hockessin, DE $139,790 Kirkwood, DE $139,920 Middletown, DE $139,970 Montchanin, DE $139,820

New Castle, DE $139,840 Odessa, DE $140,040 Port Penn, DE $140,130 Rockland, DE $139,840 Saint Georges, DE $139,920 Townsend, DE $140,140 Winterthur, DE $139,850 Lewes, DE $139,260

Wilmington, DE $139,800 Dover, DE $140,350 Dover Afb, DE $139,610 Bethany Beach, DE $138,790 Bethel, DE $138,940 Bridgeville, DE $139,260 Camden Wyoming, DE $139,960 Cheswold, DE $140,310

Clayton, DE $140,310 Dagsboro, DE $138,690 Delmar, DE $138,470 Ellendale, DE $138,890 Felton, DE $139,670 Fenwick Island, DE $138,730 Frankford, DE $138,480 Frederica, DE $139,810

Georgetown, DE $138,640 Greenwood, DE $139,280 Harbeson, DE $138,790 Harrington, DE $139,500 Hartly, DE $139,930 Houston, DE $139,300 Kenton, DE $140,320 Laurel, DE $138,560

Yorklyn, DE $139,830

Cyber Security Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Cyber Security Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $156,544. While startup companies pay approximate $132,390.

Cyber Security Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$132,390
Growth Stage	51~500	$140,023
Established	501~5000	$151,173
Enterprise	5000+	$156,544

Cyber Security Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cyber Security Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Cyber Security Manager positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cyber Security Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cyber Security Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$174,950	$84.0	25%
Financial Services	$174,950	$84.0	25%
Software & Networking	$167,952	$81.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$160,954	$77.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$160,954	$77.0	15%

Cyber Security Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cyber Security Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$129,570

Average $139,960/year

$152,240

$10,798

Average $11,663/month

$12,687

$2,492

Average $2,692/week

$2,928

$62

Average $67/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$152,240	$12,687	$2,928	$73
Average	$139,960	$11,663	$2,692	$67
25th Percentile	$129,570	$10,798	$2,492	$62

Cyber Security Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Cyber Security Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Cyber Intrusion Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $169,700 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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