What are the main factors that influence a Data Security Director's salary?

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

How does experience change A Data Security Director's salary?

A Data Security Director's salary grows with experience: an InfoSec Manager (5+ years)earns $148,599, a Information Vulnerability and Risk Mitigation Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $187,911, a Data Security Director (5+ years)earns $211,495, a VP of Information Security Risk (5+ years)earns $256,344, an SVP of Data and Cyber Security (5+ years)earns $312,646,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Security Director?

Data Security Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Security Director roles are District of Columbia $231,240, California $230,360, Massachusetts $227,290. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Security Director roles make?

Salaries for Data Security Director level roles vary by specialization: Data Architecture Director: $226,186; Data Operations Director: $210,000; Data Management Director: $209,987; Data and Cyber Security Director: $208,900; IS and Cyber Security Director: $208,870.

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Data Security Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Security Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Security Director in Delaware is $211,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $102.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $233,050
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $194,270 to $222,780
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $178,583

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Data Security Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$222,780	$18,565	$4,284	$107
Average	$211,500	$17,625	$4,067	$102
25th Percentile	$194,270	$16,189	$3,736	$93

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Key Factors That Influence Data Security Director Salaries

A Data Security Director'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 Data Security Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Security Director'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:

InfoSec Manager (5+ years): $148,599
Information Vulnerability and Risk Mitigation Senior Manager (5+ years): $187,911
Data Security Director (5+ years): $211,495
VP of Information Security Risk (5+ years): $256,344
SVP of Data and Cyber Security (5+ years): $312,646

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
InfoSec Manager	5+ years	$148,599
Information Vulnerability and Risk Mitigation Senior Manager	5+ years	$187,911
Data Security Director	5+ years	$211,495
VP of Information Security Risk	5+ years	$256,344
SVP of Data and Cyber Security	5+ years	$312,646

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How Do Data Security Director 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 Data Security Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $231,240.
California: $230,360.
Massachusetts: $227,290.

District of Columbia $231,240 California $230,360 Massachusetts $227,290 Washington $226,450 New Jersey $226,370 Alaska $226,080 Connecticut $223,200 New York $222,030

Hawaii $218,290 Rhode Island $216,530 Maryland $215,340 Minnesota $213,710 Colorado $213,090 Illinois $212,880 Oregon $212,090 Delaware $211,500

New Hampshire $211,130 Virginia $210,310 Pennsylvania $207,910 Nevada $206,700 North Dakota $206,300 Michigan $205,670 Wisconsin $205,440 Vermont $204,980

Texas $203,710 Maine $203,630 Arizona $203,500 Ohio $203,360 Georgia $201,430 Indiana $200,470 Wyoming $200,290 Utah $199,990

Iowa $199,870 Kansas $198,870 Louisiana $198,570 North Carolina $198,470 Missouri $198,430 Florida $197,610 Montana $197,170 Nebraska $196,760

Kentucky $196,530 South Carolina $195,690 Tennessee $195,170 Idaho $194,960 New Mexico $193,440 Oklahoma $193,100 Alabama $191,870 South Dakota $189,800

Arkansas $188,670 West Virginia $188,070 Mississippi $186,250

Top Paying Cities for Data Security Directors

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: $210,550
Little Creek: $212,090
Magnolia: $211,780

Lincoln, DE $210,550 Little Creek, DE $212,090 Magnolia, DE $211,780 Milford, DE $211,080 Marydel, DE $211,430 Millsboro, DE $209,660 Millville, DE $209,990 Milton, DE $210,350

Nassau, DE $210,500 Ocean View, DE $209,950 Rehoboth Beach, DE $210,360 Seaford, DE $210,470 Selbyville, DE $209,600 Smyrna, DE $212,240 Viola, DE $211,260 Woodside, DE $211,830

Bear, DE $211,340 Newark, DE $211,260 Claymont, DE $211,690 Delaware City, DE $211,470 Hockessin, DE $211,240 Kirkwood, DE $211,430 Middletown, DE $211,510 Montchanin, DE $211,290

New Castle, DE $211,320 Odessa, DE $211,620 Port Penn, DE $211,760 Rockland, DE $211,310 Saint Georges, DE $211,440 Townsend, DE $211,770 Winterthur, DE $211,330 Lewes, DE $210,430

Wilmington, DE $211,250 Dover, DE $212,090 Dover Afb, DE $210,970 Bethany Beach, DE $209,730 Bethel, DE $209,950 Bridgeville, DE $210,440 Camden Wyoming, DE $211,490 Cheswold, DE $212,020

Clayton, DE $212,030 Dagsboro, DE $209,590 Delmar, DE $209,250 Ellendale, DE $209,880 Felton, DE $211,070 Fenwick Island, DE $209,630 Frankford, DE $209,270 Frederica, DE $211,270

Georgetown, DE $209,510 Greenwood, DE $210,480 Harbeson, DE $209,730 Harrington, DE $210,800 Hartly, DE $211,450 Houston, DE $210,500 Kenton, DE $212,040 Laurel, DE $209,380

Yorklyn, DE $211,300

Data Security Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Data Security Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $236,561. While startup companies pay approximate $200,060.

Data Security Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$200,060
Growth Stage	51~500	$211,595
Established	501~5000	$228,445
Enterprise	5000+	$236,561

Data Security Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Security Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Data Security Director positions in Aerospace & Defense or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Security Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Security Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$296,100	$142.0	40%
MFG Durable	$285,525	$137.0	35%
Chemicals	$274,950	$132.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$264,375	$127.0	25%
Healthcare	$253,800	$122.0	20%

Data Security Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Security Director'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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$194,270

Average $211,500/year

$222,780

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Average $17,625/month

$18,565

$3,736

Average $4,067/week

$4,284

$93

Average $102/hour

$107

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$222,780	$18,565	$4,284	$107
Average	$211,500	$17,625	$4,067	$102
25th Percentile	$194,270	$16,189	$3,736	$93

Data Security Director Salary Growth & Career Path

Data Security Director

VP of Information Security Risk

Chief Data and Cyber Security Officer

For a Data Security Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Information Security Risk role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $256,400 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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