What are the main factors that influence a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV'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 Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst 's salary?

A Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst 's salary grows with experience: a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $103,046, a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $132,130, a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $151,873, a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $176,509, a Penetration and Vulnerability Manager (10+ years)earns $141,142,

What are the highest paying states for a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV?

Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV roles are District of Columbia $166,100, California $165,500, Massachusetts $163,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Penetration and Vulnerability Director: $208,300; Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst V: $174,300; Penetration and Vulnerability Senior Manager: $170,800; Vulnerability Tester IV: $149,990; Penetration Tester IV: $149,968.

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Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV in Delaware is $151,900 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.

However, a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $164,891
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $142,700 to $158,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $134,324

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Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,700	$13,225	$3,052	$76
Average	$151,900	$12,658	$2,921	$73
25th Percentile	$142,700	$11,892	$2,744	$69

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Key Factors That Influence Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV Salaries

A Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV'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 Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV'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:

Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst II (2-4 years): $103,046
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst III (4-7 years): $132,130
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV (7+ years): $151,873
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst V (7-10 years): $176,509
Penetration and Vulnerability Manager (10+ years): $141,142

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst II	2-4 years	$103,046
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst III	4-7 years	$132,130
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV	7+ years	$151,873
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst V	7-10 years	$176,509
Penetration and Vulnerability Manager	10+ years	$141,142

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How Do Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV 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 Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $166,100.
California: $165,500.
Massachusetts: $163,300.

District of Columbia $166,100 California $165,500 Massachusetts $163,300 Washington $162,700 New Jersey $162,600 Alaska $162,400 Connecticut $160,300 New York $159,500

Hawaii $156,800 Rhode Island $155,500 Maryland $154,700 Minnesota $153,500 Colorado $153,100 Illinois $152,900 Oregon $152,300 Delaware $151,900

New Hampshire $151,700 Virginia $151,100 Pennsylvania $149,300 Nevada $148,500 North Dakota $148,200 Michigan $147,700 Wisconsin $147,600 Vermont $147,200

Maine $146,300 Texas $146,300 Arizona $146,200 Ohio $146,100 Georgia $144,700 Indiana $144,000 Wyoming $143,900 Utah $143,700

Iowa $143,600 Kansas $142,800 Louisiana $142,600 North Carolina $142,600 Missouri $142,500 Florida $141,900 Montana $141,600 Nebraska $141,300

Kentucky $141,200 South Carolina $140,600 Tennessee $140,200 Idaho $140,000 New Mexico $139,000 Oklahoma $138,700 Alabama $137,800 South Dakota $136,300

Arkansas $135,500 West Virginia $135,100 Mississippi $133,800

Top Paying Cities for Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IVs

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: $151,200
Little Creek: $152,300
Magnolia: $152,100

Lincoln, DE $151,200 Little Creek, DE $152,300 Magnolia, DE $152,100 Milford, DE $151,600 Marydel, DE $151,900 Millsboro, DE $150,600 Millville, DE $150,800 Milton, DE $151,100

Nassau, DE $151,200 Ocean View, DE $150,800 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,100 Seaford, DE $151,200 Selbyville, DE $150,600 Smyrna, DE $152,500 Viola, DE $151,700 Woodside, DE $152,200

Bear, DE $151,800 Newark, DE $151,700 Claymont, DE $152,100 Delaware City, DE $151,900 Hockessin, DE $151,700 Kirkwood, DE $151,900 Middletown, DE $151,900 Montchanin, DE $151,800

New Castle, DE $151,800 Odessa, DE $152,000 Port Penn, DE $152,100 Rockland, DE $151,800 Saint Georges, DE $151,900 Townsend, DE $152,100 Winterthur, DE $151,800 Lewes, DE $151,200

Wilmington, DE $151,700 Dover, DE $152,300 Dover Afb, DE $151,500 Bethany Beach, DE $150,700 Bethel, DE $150,800 Bridgeville, DE $151,200 Camden Wyoming, DE $151,900 Cheswold, DE $152,300

Clayton, DE $152,300 Dagsboro, DE $150,500 Delmar, DE $150,300 Ellendale, DE $150,800 Felton, DE $151,600 Fenwick Island, DE $150,600 Frankford, DE $150,300 Frederica, DE $151,800

Georgetown, DE $150,500 Greenwood, DE $151,200 Harbeson, DE $150,700 Harrington, DE $151,400 Hartly, DE $151,900 Houston, DE $151,200 Kenton, DE $152,300 Laurel, DE $150,400

Yorklyn, DE $151,800

Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $170,043. While startup companies pay approximate $143,853.

Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$143,853
Growth Stage	51~500	$152,141
Established	501~5000	$164,207
Enterprise	5000+	$170,043

Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

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Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$182,280	$88.0	20%

Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV'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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$142,700

Average $151,900/year

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Average $12,658/month

$13,225

$2,744

Average $2,921/week

$3,052

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Average $73/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,700	$13,225	$3,052	$76
Average	$151,900	$12,658	$2,921	$73
25th Percentile	$142,700	$11,892	$2,744	$69

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For a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $176,600 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.

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