What are the main factors that influence an IT Security Architecture Manager'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 IT Security Architecture Manager?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for IT Security Architecture Manager roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An IT Security Architecture Manager's salary?

An IT Security Architecture Manager's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Security Systems Designer V (10-12 years)earns $235,321, a Cyber Security Systems Design Supervisor (12+ years)earns $145,477, a IT Security Architecture Manager (12+ years)earns $182,371, a Cyber Security Systems Design Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $211,683, a Cyber Security Systems Design Director (12+ years)earns $235,469,

What are the highest paying states for an IT Security Architecture Manager?

IT Security Architecture Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for IT Security Architecture Manager roles are District of Columbia $182,390, California $181,690, Massachusetts $179,290. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of IT Security Architecture Manager roles make?

Salaries for IT Security Architecture Manager level roles vary by specialization: VP of IT Security Architecture: $238,490; VP of Cyber Security Architecture: $238,426; IT Security Architecture Director: $212,690; IT Security Architecture Senior Manager: $191,190; Cyber Security Architecture Senior Manager: $191,188.

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IT Security Architecture Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an IT Security Architecture Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an IT Security Architecture Manager in District of Columbia is $182,390 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $88.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $209,518
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $167,190 to $196,590
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $153,351

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IT Security Architecture Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$196,590	$16,383	$3,781	$95
Average	$182,390	$15,199	$3,508	$88
25th Percentile	$167,190	$13,933	$3,215	$80

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Key Factors That Influence IT Security Architecture Manager Salaries

An IT Security Architecture Manager'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 IT Security Architecture Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IT Security Architecture Manager'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 V (10-12 years): $235,321
Cyber Security Systems Design Supervisor (12+ years): $145,477
IT Security Architecture Manager (12+ years): $182,371
Cyber Security Systems Design Senior Manager (12+ years): $211,683
Cyber Security Systems Design Director (12+ years): $235,469

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Cyber Security Systems Designer V	10-12 years	$235,321
Cyber Security Systems Design Supervisor	12+ years	$145,477
IT Security Architecture Manager	12+ years	$182,371
Cyber Security Systems Design Senior Manager	12+ years	$211,683
Cyber Security Systems Design Director	12+ years	$235,469

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How Do IT Security Architecture Manager 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 IT Security Architecture Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $182,390.
California: $181,690.
Massachusetts: $179,290.

District of Columbia $182,390 California $181,690 Massachusetts $179,290 Washington $178,590 New Jersey $178,590 Alaska $178,390 Connecticut $176,090 New York $175,190

Hawaii $172,190 Rhode Island $170,790 Maryland $169,890 Minnesota $168,590 Colorado $168,090 Illinois $167,890 Oregon $167,290 Delaware $166,890

New Hampshire $166,590 Virginia $165,890 Pennsylvania $163,990 Nevada $163,090 North Dakota $162,790 Michigan $162,290 Wisconsin $162,090 Vermont $161,690

Texas $160,690 Maine $160,590 Arizona $160,490 Ohio $160,390 Georgia $158,890 Indiana $158,190 Wyoming $157,990 Utah $157,790

Iowa $157,690 Kansas $156,890 Louisiana $156,690 North Carolina $156,590 Missouri $156,490 Florida $155,890 Montana $155,590 Nebraska $155,190

Kentucky $154,990 South Carolina $154,390 Tennessee $153,990 Idaho $153,790 New Mexico $152,590 Oklahoma $152,290 Alabama $151,390 South Dakota $149,690

Arkansas $148,890 West Virginia $148,390 Mississippi $146,890

Top Paying Cities for IT Security Architecture Managers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $181,390
Washington: $181,390
Naval Anacost Annex: $181,390

Parcel Return Service, DC $181,390 Washington, DC $181,390 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $181,390 Washington Navy Yard, DC $181,390

IT Security Architecture Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

IT Security Architecture Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $204,175. While startup companies pay approximate $172,727.

IT Security Architecture Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$172,727
Growth Stage	51~500	$182,680
Established	501~5000	$197,167
Enterprise	5000+	$204,175

IT Security Architecture Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For IT Security Architecture Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, IT Security Architecture Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view IT Security Architecture Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an IT Security Architecture Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$237,107	$114.0	30%
Internet	$227,988	$110.0	25%
Software & Networking	$227,988	$110.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$218,868	$105.0	20%
Financial Services	$218,868	$105.0	20%

IT Security Architecture Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an IT Security Architecture Manager'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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$167,190

Average $182,390/year

$196,590

$13,933

Average $15,199/month

$16,383

$3,215

Average $3,508/week

$3,781

$80

Average $88/hour

$95

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$196,590	$16,383	$3,781	$95
Average	$182,390	$15,199	$3,508	$88
25th Percentile	$167,190	$13,933	$3,215	$80

IT Security Architecture Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an IT Security Architecture Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Cyber Security Systems Design Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $211,700 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.

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