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 $100,706, a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $129,129, a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $148,423, a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $172,500, a Penetration and Vulnerability Manager (10+ years)earns $137,936,

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 Nevada

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV in Nevada is $148,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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): $161,109
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,400 to $155,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $131,115

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Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$155,100	$12,925	$2,983	$75
Average	$148,500	$12,375	$2,856	$71
25th Percentile	$139,400	$11,617	$2,681	$67

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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): $100,706
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst III (4-7 years): $129,129
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV (7+ years): $148,423
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst V (7-10 years): $172,500
Penetration and Vulnerability Manager (10+ years): $137,936

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst II	2-4 years	$100,706
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst III	4-7 years	$129,129
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV	7+ years	$148,423
Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst V	7-10 years	$172,500
Penetration and Vulnerability Manager	10+ years	$137,936

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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:

The Lakes: $145,800
Alamo: $150,000
Henderson: $145,800

The Lakes, NV $145,800 Alamo, NV $150,000 Henderson, NV $145,800 Beatty, NV $150,200 Blue Diamond, NV $146,000 Boulder City, NV $146,200 Bunkerville, NV $149,200 Caliente, NV $149,500

Dyer, NV $150,100 Goldfield, NV $150,000 Hiko, NV $149,700 Indian Springs, NV $147,800 Jean, NV $147,100 Amargosa Valley, NV $150,100 Logandale, NV $149,100 Manhattan, NV $150,200

Mercury, NV $149,700 Mesquite, NV $150,100 Moapa, NV $147,900 Laughlin, NV $149,500 North Las Vegas, NV $145,800 Coyote Springs, NV $148,900 Cal Nev Ari, NV $148,900 Overton, NV $147,500

Pahrump, NV $149,100 Panaca, NV $149,400 Pioche, NV $149,400 Round Mountain, NV $150,000 Searchlight, NV $148,200 Silverpeak, NV $150,500 Tonopah, NV $150,000 Sloan, NV $145,900

Las Vegas, NV $145,800 Nellis Afb, NV $145,800 Ely, NV $150,000 Austin, NV $149,900 Baker, NV $149,400 Duckwater, NV $150,100 Eureka, NV $150,000 Lund, NV $150,000

Mc Gill, NV $150,200 Ruth, NV $150,500 Crystal Bay, NV $152,000 Dayton, NV $150,100 Denio, NV $149,600 Empire, NV $150,000 Fallon, NV $150,300 Fernley, NV $150,400

Gabbs, NV $150,000 Gardnerville, NV $150,400 Genoa, NV $150,100 Gerlach, NV $150,100 Glenbrook, NV $150,300 Golconda, NV $150,000 Hawthorne, NV $150,300 Imlay, NV $150,100

Lovelock, NV $150,300 Luning, NV $150,300 Mc Dermitt, NV $149,600 Mina, NV $150,000 Minden, NV $150,000 Nixon, NV $150,100 Orovada, NV $149,800 Paradise Valley, NV $149,900

Schurz, NV $150,100 Silver City, NV $149,800 Silver Springs, NV $150,300 Smith, NV $150,300 Sparks, NV $150,300 Sun Valley, NV $150,300 Valmy, NV $150,300 Verdi, NV $150,600

Virginia City, NV $149,900 Wadsworth, NV $150,300 Wellington, NV $150,300 Winnemucca, NV $150,200 Yerington, NV $150,200 Zephyr Cove, NV $150,400 Stateline, NV $150,500 Incline Village, NV $150,700

Reno, NV $150,300 Carson City, NV $149,700 Washoe Valley, NV $149,800 Elko, NV $150,300 Spring Creek, NV $150,300 Battle Mountain, NV $150,100 Crescent Valley, NV $150,100 Carlin, NV $150,200

Deeth, NV $150,000 Halleck, NV $150,000 Jackpot, NV $148,800 Jarbidge, NV $149,100 Lamoille, NV $150,100 Montello, NV $149,100 Mountain City, NV $149,500 Owyhee, NV $149,100

Ruby Valley, NV $150,000 Tuscarora, NV $149,800 Wells, NV $149,800 West Wendover, NV $150,000

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 $166,237. While startup companies pay approximate $140,633.

Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$140,633
Growth Stage	51~500	$148,736
Established	501~5000	$160,531
Enterprise	5000+	$166,237

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.

The top paying industry for a Penetration and Vulnerability Analyst IV

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$178,200	$86.0	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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$139,400

Average $148,500/year

$155,100

$11,617

Average $12,375/month

$12,925

$2,681

Average $2,856/week

$2,983

$67

Average $71/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$155,100	$12,925	$2,983	$75
Average	$148,500	$12,375	$2,856	$71
25th Percentile	$139,400	$11,617	$2,681	$67

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