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Information Security Architect V Salary in the United States

How much does an Information Security Architect V make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Security Architect V in the United States is $212,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $102.

However, an Information Security Architect V's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $228,127
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $197,710 to $220,680
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $184,244
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Information Security Architect V Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $220,680 $18,390 $4,244 $106
Average $212,500 $17,708 $4,087 $102
25th Percentile $197,710 $16,476 $3,802 $95
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Key Factors That Influence Information Security Architect V Salaries

An Information Security Architect V'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 Information Security Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Security Architect V'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 Security Systems Designer III (7+ years): $154,247
  • Cyber Security Systems Designer IV (7-10 years): $181,804
  • Information Security Architect V (10-12 years): $212,498
  • Cyber Security Systems Design Supervisor (12+ years): $131,424
  • Cyber Security Systems Design Manager (12+ years): $164,688
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Cyber Security Systems Designer III7+ years$154,247
Cyber Security Systems Designer IV7-10 years$181,804
Information Security Architect V10-12 years$212,498
Cyber Security Systems Design Supervisor12+ years$131,424
Cyber Security Systems Design Manager12+ years$164,688
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Top Paying Cities for Information Security Architect Vs

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:

  • San Jose: $268,030
  • San Francisco: $265,090
  • Oakland: $259,510

Information Security Architect V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Security Architect V'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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$197,710
Average $212,500/year
$220,680
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Average $17,708/month
$18,390
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Average $4,087/week
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Average $102/hour
$106
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $220,680 $18,390 $4,244 $106
Average $212,500 $17,708 $4,087 $102
25th Percentile $197,710 $16,476 $3,802 $95

Information Security Architect V Salary Growth & Career Path

Information Security Architect V
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VP of Cyber Security Systems Design

For an Information Security Architect V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Cyber Security Systems Design Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $131,500 - a projected growth of -38% over your current level.

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