What are the main factors that influence a Security Research 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 Security Research Manager?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Security Research Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Security Research Manager's salary?

A Security Research Manager's salary grows with experience: a Security Research Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $79,933, a Security Research Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $104,214, a Security Research Manager (7+ years)earns $154,845,

What are the highest paying states for a Security Research Manager?

Security Research Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security Research Manager roles are District of Columbia $169,300, California $168,700, Massachusetts $166,500. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security Research Manager roles make?

Salaries for Security Research Manager level roles vary by specialization: Network Security Senior Manager: $180,116; Network Security Manager: $153,480; Research Manager: $148,401; Classified Security Senior Manager: $144,790; Cyber Security Research Engineer: $144,508.

Security Research Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Research Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Research Manager in Delaware is $154,900 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $181,455
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,500 to $168,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,658

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,800	$14,067	$3,246	$81
Average	$154,900	$12,908	$2,979	$74
25th Percentile	$137,500	$11,458	$2,644	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Security Research Manager Salaries

A Security Research 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 Security Research Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Security Research 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:

Security Research Analyst II (2-4 years): $79,933
Security Research Analyst III (4-7 years): $104,214
Security Research Manager (7+ years): $154,845

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Security Research Analyst II	2-4 years	$79,933
Security Research Analyst III	4-7 years	$104,214
Security Research Manager	7+ years	$154,845

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

District of Columbia: $169,300.
California: $168,700.
Massachusetts: $166,500.

District of Columbia $169,300 California $168,700 Massachusetts $166,500 Washington $165,800 New Jersey $165,800 Alaska $165,600 Connecticut $163,500 New York $162,600

Hawaii $159,900 Rhode Island $158,600 Maryland $157,700 Minnesota $156,500 Colorado $156,100 Illinois $155,900 Oregon $155,300 Delaware $154,900

New Hampshire $154,600 Virginia $154,000 Pennsylvania $152,300 Nevada $151,400 North Dakota $151,100 Michigan $150,600 Wisconsin $150,500 Vermont $150,100

Texas $149,200 Maine $149,100 Arizona $149,000 Ohio $148,900 Georgia $147,500 Indiana $146,800 Wyoming $146,700 Utah $146,500

Iowa $146,400 Kansas $145,600 Louisiana $145,400 North Carolina $145,400 Missouri $145,300 Florida $144,700 Montana $144,400 Nebraska $144,100

Kentucky $143,900 South Carolina $143,300 Tennessee $142,900 Idaho $142,800 New Mexico $141,700 Oklahoma $141,400 Alabama $140,500 South Dakota $139,000

Arkansas $138,200 West Virginia $137,700 Mississippi $136,400

Top Paying Cities for Security Research 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:

Lincoln: $154,200
Little Creek: $155,300
Magnolia: $155,100

Lincoln, DE $154,200 Little Creek, DE $155,300 Magnolia, DE $155,100 Milford, DE $154,600 Marydel, DE $154,800 Millsboro, DE $153,600 Millville, DE $153,800 Milton, DE $154,100

Nassau, DE $154,200 Ocean View, DE $153,800 Rehoboth Beach, DE $154,100 Seaford, DE $154,100 Selbyville, DE $153,500 Smyrna, DE $155,400 Viola, DE $154,700 Woodside, DE $155,100

Bear, DE $154,800 Newark, DE $154,700 Claymont, DE $155,000 Delaware City, DE $154,900 Hockessin, DE $154,700 Kirkwood, DE $154,800 Middletown, DE $154,900 Montchanin, DE $154,700

New Castle, DE $154,800 Odessa, DE $155,000 Port Penn, DE $155,100 Rockland, DE $154,800 Saint Georges, DE $154,900 Townsend, DE $155,100 Winterthur, DE $154,800 Lewes, DE $154,100

Wilmington, DE $154,700 Dover, DE $155,300 Dover Afb, DE $154,500 Bethany Beach, DE $153,600 Bethel, DE $153,800 Bridgeville, DE $154,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $154,900 Cheswold, DE $155,300

Clayton, DE $155,300 Dagsboro, DE $153,500 Delmar, DE $153,200 Ellendale, DE $153,700 Felton, DE $154,600 Fenwick Island, DE $153,500 Frankford, DE $153,300 Frederica, DE $154,700

Georgetown, DE $153,400 Greenwood, DE $154,100 Harbeson, DE $153,600 Harrington, DE $154,400 Hartly, DE $154,900 Houston, DE $154,200 Kenton, DE $155,300 Laurel, DE $153,300

Yorklyn, DE $154,700

Security Research Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Security Research Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $173,254. While startup companies pay approximate $146,521.

Security Research Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$146,521
Growth Stage	51~500	$154,969
Established	501~5000	$167,310
Enterprise	5000+	$173,254

Security Research Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Security Research Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 44% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Security Research Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Security Research Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Security Research Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$185,880	$89.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$182,782	$88.0	18%
Internet	$178,135	$86.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$173,488	$83.0	12%
Biotechnology	$170,390	$82.0	10%

Security Research Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security Research 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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$137,500

Average $154,900/year

$168,800

$11,458

Average $12,908/month

$14,067

$2,644

Average $2,979/week

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Average $74/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,800	$14,067	$3,246	$81
Average	$154,900	$12,908	$2,979	$74
25th Percentile	$137,500	$11,458	$2,644	$66

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