What are the main factors that influence an Information Security Architecture Director'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 Information Security Architecture Director?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Information Security Architecture Director roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Information Security Architecture Director's salary?

An Information Security Architecture Director's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Security Systems Design Supervisor (12+ years)earns $136,227, a Cyber Security Systems Design Manager (12+ years)earns $170,775, a Cyber Security Systems Design Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $198,224, a Information Security Architecture Director (12+ years)earns $220,497, a VP of Cyber Security Systems Design (12+ years)earns $247,200,

What are the highest paying states for an Information Security Architecture Director?

Information Security Architecture Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Security Architecture Director roles are District of Columbia $235,470, California $234,580, Massachusetts $231,450. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Information Security Architecture Director roles make?

Salaries for Information Security Architecture Director level roles vary by specialization: VP of IT Security Architecture: $238,490; VP of Information Security Architecture: $238,430; VP of Cyber Security Architecture: $238,426; IT Security Architecture Director: $212,690; Information Security Architecture Senior Manager: $191,190.

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Information Security Architecture Director Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Information Security Architecture Director make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Security Architecture Director in Rhode Island is $220,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $106.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $242,164
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $195,880 to $231,840
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $173,465

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Information Security Architecture Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$231,840	$19,320	$4,458	$111
Average	$220,500	$18,375	$4,240	$106
25th Percentile	$195,880	$16,323	$3,767	$94

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Key Factors That Influence Information Security Architecture Director Salaries

An Information Security Architecture 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 Information Security Architecture Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Security Architecture 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:

Cyber Security Systems Design Supervisor (12+ years): $136,227
Cyber Security Systems Design Manager (12+ years): $170,775
Cyber Security Systems Design Senior Manager (12+ years): $198,224
Information Security Architecture Director (12+ years): $220,497
VP of Cyber Security Systems Design (12+ years): $247,200

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Cyber Security Systems Design Supervisor	12+ years	$136,227
Cyber Security Systems Design Manager	12+ years	$170,775
Cyber Security Systems Design Senior Manager	12+ years	$198,224
Information Security Architecture Director	12+ years	$220,497
VP of Cyber Security Systems Design	12+ years	$247,200

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

District of Columbia: $235,470.
California: $234,580.
Massachusetts: $231,450.

District of Columbia $235,470 California $234,580 Massachusetts $231,450 Washington $230,600 New Jersey $230,520 Alaska $230,220 Connecticut $227,290 New York $226,100

Hawaii $222,290 Rhode Island $220,500 Maryland $219,290 Minnesota $217,630 Colorado $216,990 Illinois $216,780 Oregon $215,970 Delaware $215,380

New Hampshire $215,000 Virginia $214,160 Pennsylvania $211,720 Nevada $210,490 North Dakota $210,080 Michigan $209,440 Wisconsin $209,210 Vermont $208,740

Texas $207,440 Maine $207,360 Arizona $207,230 Ohio $207,080 Georgia $205,130 Indiana $204,150 Wyoming $203,960 Utah $203,660

Iowa $203,530 Kansas $202,510 Louisiana $202,210 North Carolina $202,110 Missouri $202,060 Florida $201,230 Montana $200,790 Nebraska $200,360

Kentucky $200,130 South Carolina $199,280 Tennessee $198,750 Idaho $198,530 New Mexico $196,980 Oklahoma $196,640 Alabama $195,390 South Dakota $193,280

Arkansas $192,130 West Virginia $191,520 Mississippi $189,660

Top Paying Cities for Information Security Architecture 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:

Adamsville: $223,260
Albion: $221,370
Ashaway: $222,840

Adamsville, RI $223,260 Albion, RI $221,370 Ashaway, RI $222,840 Barrington, RI $220,790 Block Island, RI $222,020 Bradford, RI $222,700 Bristol, RI $221,640 Carolina, RI $222,330

Charlestown, RI $222,410 Chepachet, RI $221,970 Clayville, RI $221,350 Coventry, RI $221,360 West Greenwich, RI $221,970 East Greenwich, RI $221,210 Exeter, RI $221,910 Fiskeville, RI $220,790

Forestdale, RI $222,490 Foster, RI $221,850 Glendale, RI $222,500 Greene, RI $222,150 Greenville, RI $220,870 Harmony, RI $221,160 Harrisville, RI $222,410 Hope, RI $220,920

Hope Valley, RI $222,640 Hopkinton, RI $222,930 Jamestown, RI $222,190 Kenyon, RI $222,310 Little Compton, RI $223,220 Manville, RI $221,660 Mapleville, RI $222,010 Newport, RI $222,410

Middletown, RI $222,510 North Kingstown, RI $221,600 North Scituate, RI $221,160 Oakland, RI $222,250 Pascoag, RI $222,550 Pawtucket, RI $220,460 Central Falls, RI $220,560 Cumberland, RI $221,810

Lincoln, RI $220,780 Portsmouth, RI $222,390 Prudence Island, RI $221,930 Rockville, RI $222,900 Saunderstown, RI $222,050 Shannock, RI $222,320 Slatersville, RI $222,490 Slocum, RI $222,050

Tiverton, RI $223,060 Wakefield, RI $222,240 Kingston, RI $222,160 Narragansett, RI $222,310 Peace Dale, RI $222,220 Warren, RI $221,360 Warwick, RI $220,740 Westerly, RI $222,890

West Kingston, RI $222,230 West Warwick, RI $221,010 Wood River Junction, RI $222,550 Woonsocket, RI $222,500 North Smithfield, RI $221,990 Wyoming, RI $222,320 Providence, RI $220,400 Cranston, RI $220,430

North Providence, RI $220,450 East Providence, RI $220,410 Riverside, RI $220,480 Rumford, RI $220,450 Smithfield, RI $220,900 Johnston, RI $220,530

Information Security Architecture Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Information Security Architecture Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $246,837. While startup companies pay approximate $208,818.

Information Security Architecture Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$208,818
Growth Stage	51~500	$220,850
Established	501~5000	$238,365
Enterprise	5000+	$246,837

Information Security Architecture Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Information Security Architecture Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 49% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Information Security Architecture Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Information Security Architecture Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Information Security Architecture Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$275,625	$133.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$264,600	$127.0	20%
Insurance	$253,575	$122.0	15%
Healthcare	$242,550	$117.0	10%
Biotechnology	$238,140	$114.0	8%

Information Security Architecture Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Security Architecture 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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$195,880

Average $220,500/year

$231,840

$16,323

Average $18,375/month

$19,320

$3,767

Average $4,240/week

$4,458

$94

Average $106/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$231,840	$19,320	$4,458	$111
Average	$220,500	$18,375	$4,240	$106
25th Percentile	$195,880	$16,323	$3,767	$94

Information Security Architecture Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Information Security Architecture Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Cyber Security Systems Design role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $247,300 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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