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

A Data Security Technician's salary grows with experience: a Data Security Technician (3-5 years)earns $88,749, a Data and Cyber Security Supervisor (5+ years)earns $88,553, an InfoSec/Access Control Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $134,710, an InfoSec Manager (5+ years)earns $148,602, a Information Vulnerability and Risk Mitigation Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $187,870,

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

Data Security Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Security Technician roles are District of Columbia $97,100, California $96,700, Massachusetts $95,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Security Technician level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Data Security: $308,540; VP of Data Security: $253,001; Data Security Director: $208,850; Data Security Manager: $146,753; Data Security Engineer: $122,815.

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Data Security Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Security Technician make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Security Technician in Delaware is $88,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $109,051
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,700 to $99,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,684

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Data Security Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,400	$8,283	$1,912	$48
Average	$88,800	$7,400	$1,708	$43
25th Percentile	$76,700	$6,392	$1,475	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Data Security Technician Salaries

A Data Security Technician'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 Technician Salaries?

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

Data Security Technician (3-5 years): $88,749
Data and Cyber Security Supervisor (5+ years): $88,553
InfoSec/Access Control Senior Supervisor (5+ years): $134,710
InfoSec Manager (5+ years): $148,602
Information Vulnerability and Risk Mitigation Senior Manager (5+ years): $187,870

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Security Technician	3-5 years	$88,749
Data and Cyber Security Supervisor	5+ years	$88,553
InfoSec/Access Control Senior Supervisor	5+ years	$134,710
InfoSec Manager	5+ years	$148,602
Information Vulnerability and Risk Mitigation Senior Manager	5+ years	$187,870

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

District of Columbia: $97,100.
California: $96,700.
Massachusetts: $95,400.

District of Columbia $97,100 California $96,700 Massachusetts $95,400 Washington $95,100 New Jersey $95,000 Alaska $94,900 Connecticut $93,700 New York $93,200

Hawaii $91,600 Rhode Island $90,900 Maryland $90,400 Minnesota $89,700 Colorado $89,500 Illinois $89,400 Oregon $89,000 Delaware $88,800

New Hampshire $88,600 Virginia $88,300 Pennsylvania $87,300 Nevada $86,800 North Dakota $86,600 Michigan $86,400 Wisconsin $86,300 Vermont $86,100

Maine $85,500 Texas $85,500 Arizona $85,400 Ohio $85,400 Georgia $84,600 Indiana $84,200 Wyoming $84,100 Utah $84,000

Iowa $83,900 Kansas $83,500 Louisiana $83,400 Missouri $83,300 North Carolina $83,300 Florida $83,000 Montana $82,800 Nebraska $82,600

Kentucky $82,500 South Carolina $82,200 Tennessee $81,900 Idaho $81,900 New Mexico $81,200 Oklahoma $81,100 Alabama $80,600 South Dakota $79,700

Arkansas $79,200 West Virginia $79,000 Mississippi $78,200

Top Paying Cities for Data Security Technicians

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: $91,900
Little Creek: $91,100
Magnolia: $91,400

Lincoln, DE $91,900 Little Creek, DE $91,100 Magnolia, DE $91,400 Milford, DE $91,900 Marydel, DE $90,700 Millsboro, DE $91,900 Millville, DE $92,500 Milton, DE $91,900

Nassau, DE $91,900 Ocean View, DE $92,500 Rehoboth Beach, DE $92,500 Seaford, DE $90,900 Selbyville, DE $92,500 Smyrna, DE $90,600 Viola, DE $91,400 Woodside, DE $91,200

Bear, DE $89,900 Newark, DE $90,000 Claymont, DE $90,000 Delaware City, DE $90,000 Hockessin, DE $90,000 Kirkwood, DE $90,000 Middletown, DE $90,400 Montchanin, DE $90,000

New Castle, DE $90,000 Odessa, DE $90,500 Port Penn, DE $89,700 Rockland, DE $90,000 Saint Georges, DE $90,000 Townsend, DE $90,400 Winterthur, DE $90,000 Lewes, DE $91,900

Wilmington, DE $90,000 Dover, DE $91,000 Dover Afb, DE $91,200 Bethany Beach, DE $92,500 Bethel, DE $90,900 Bridgeville, DE $91,900 Camden Wyoming, DE $91,100 Cheswold, DE $90,800

Clayton, DE $90,600 Dagsboro, DE $92,500 Delmar, DE $90,900 Ellendale, DE $91,900 Felton, DE $91,900 Fenwick Island, DE $92,500 Frankford, DE $92,500 Frederica, DE $91,900

Georgetown, DE $91,900 Greenwood, DE $91,900 Harbeson, DE $91,900 Harrington, DE $91,900 Hartly, DE $90,500 Houston, DE $91,900 Kenton, DE $90,600 Laurel, DE $90,900

Yorklyn, DE $90,000

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

Understanding how a Data Security Technician'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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$76,700

Average $88,800/year

$99,400

$6,392

Average $7,400/month

$8,283

$1,475

Average $1,708/week

$1,912

$37

Average $43/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,400	$8,283	$1,912	$48
Average	$88,800	$7,400	$1,708	$43
25th Percentile	$76,700	$6,392	$1,475	$37

Data Security Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Data Security Technician, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data and Cyber Security Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $88,600 - a projected growth of 0% over your current level.

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