What are the main factors that influence an IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry'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 IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry's salary?

An IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry's salary grows with experience: an IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry (0-2 years)earns $79,082, an Information Systems Security Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $92,991, an Information Vulnerability/Risk Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $121,191, an Information Vulnerability/Risk Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $141,635, an Information Vulnerability/Risk Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $164,077,

What are the highest paying states for an IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry?

IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry roles are District of Columbia $86,483, California $86,153, Massachusetts $85,003. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry roles make?

Salaries for IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry level roles vary by specialization: SVP of IS and Cyber Security: $308,769; VP of IS and Cyber Security: $253,183; IS and Cyber Security Professional - Expert Team Lead: $162,090; IS and Cyber Security Professional - Senior Specialist: $139,890; Cyber Security: $136,707.

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IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry Salary in Delaware

How much does an IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry in Delaware is $79,103 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, an IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,833
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,913 to $86,813
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,277

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IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,813	$7,234	$1,669	$42
Average	$79,103	$6,592	$1,521	$38
25th Percentile	$72,913	$6,076	$1,402	$35

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Key Factors That Influence IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry Salaries

An IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry'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 IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry'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:

IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry (0-2 years): $79,082
Information Systems Security Analyst II (2-4 years): $92,991
Information Vulnerability/Risk Analyst III (4-7 years): $121,191
Information Vulnerability/Risk Analyst IV (7+ years): $141,635
Information Vulnerability/Risk Analyst V (7-10 years): $164,077

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry	0-2 years	$79,082
Information Systems Security Analyst II	2-4 years	$92,991
Information Vulnerability/Risk Analyst III	4-7 years	$121,191
Information Vulnerability/Risk Analyst IV	7+ years	$141,635
Information Vulnerability/Risk Analyst V	7-10 years	$164,077

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How Do IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry 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 IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entries. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $86,483.
California: $86,153.
Massachusetts: $85,003.

District of Columbia $86,483 California $86,153 Massachusetts $85,003 Washington $84,693 New Jersey $84,663 Alaska $84,553 Connecticut $83,473 New York $83,033

Hawaii $81,633 Rhode Island $80,983 Maryland $80,533 Minnesota $79,923 Colorado $79,693 Illinois $79,613 Oregon $79,323 Delaware $79,103

New Hampshire $78,963 Virginia $78,653 Pennsylvania $77,753 Nevada $77,303 North Dakota $77,153 Michigan $76,923 Wisconsin $76,833 Vermont $76,663

Texas $76,183 Maine $76,153 Arizona $76,113 Ohio $76,053 Georgia $75,333 Indiana $74,973 Wyoming $74,903 Utah $74,793

Iowa $74,753 Kansas $74,373 Louisiana $74,263 North Carolina $74,223 Missouri $74,213 Florida $73,903 Montana $73,743 Nebraska $73,583

Kentucky $73,503 South Carolina $73,193 Tennessee $72,993 Idaho $72,913 New Mexico $72,343 Oklahoma $72,223 Alabama $71,763 South Dakota $70,983

Arkansas $70,563 West Virginia $70,343 Mississippi $69,663

Top Paying Cities for IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entries

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: $78,743
Little Creek: $79,323
Magnolia: $79,203

Lincoln, DE $78,743 Little Creek, DE $79,323 Magnolia, DE $79,203 Milford, DE $78,943 Marydel, DE $79,073 Millsboro, DE $78,413 Millville, DE $78,533 Milton, DE $78,673

Nassau, DE $78,723 Ocean View, DE $78,523 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,673 Seaford, DE $78,713 Selbyville, DE $78,393 Smyrna, DE $79,373 Viola, DE $79,013 Woodside, DE $79,223

Bear, DE $79,043 Newark, DE $79,013 Claymont, DE $79,173 Delaware City, DE $79,093 Hockessin, DE $79,003 Kirkwood, DE $79,073 Middletown, DE $79,103 Montchanin, DE $79,023

New Castle, DE $79,033 Odessa, DE $79,143 Port Penn, DE $79,193 Rockland, DE $79,023 Saint Georges, DE $79,083 Townsend, DE $79,203 Winterthur, DE $79,033 Lewes, DE $78,703

Wilmington, DE $79,003 Dover, DE $79,323 Dover Afb, DE $78,903 Bethany Beach, DE $78,443 Bethel, DE $78,523 Bridgeville, DE $78,703 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,093 Cheswold, DE $79,293

Clayton, DE $79,293 Dagsboro, DE $78,383 Delmar, DE $78,253 Ellendale, DE $78,493 Felton, DE $78,933 Fenwick Island, DE $78,403 Frankford, DE $78,263 Frederica, DE $79,013

Georgetown, DE $78,353 Greenwood, DE $78,713 Harbeson, DE $78,433 Harrington, DE $78,833 Hartly, DE $79,083 Houston, DE $78,723 Kenton, DE $79,303 Laurel, DE $78,303

Yorklyn, DE $79,023

IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $88,551. While startup companies pay approximate $74,912.

IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$74,912
Growth Stage	51~500	$79,229
Established	501~5000	$85,512
Enterprise	5000+	$88,551

IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$94,924	$46.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$90,968	$44.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$87,013	$42.0	10%
Chemicals	$87,013	$42.0	10%
Internet	$87,013	$42.0	10%

IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$72,913

Average $79,103/year

$86,813

$6,076

Average $6,592/month

$7,234

$1,402

Average $1,521/week

$1,669

$35

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,813	$7,234	$1,669	$42
Average	$79,103	$6,592	$1,521	$38
25th Percentile	$72,913	$6,076	$1,402	$35

IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

IS and Cyber Security Professional - Entry Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Systems Security Professional - Experienced	$97,260	23%
Information Systems Security Analyst II	$93,000	18%
Web and Cyber Security - Specialist	$141,700	79%
Computing Platform Risk and Security Manager	$170,100	115%

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