What are the main factors that influence a Chief Information Security Officer'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 Chief Information Security Officer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Chief Information Security Officer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Chief Information Security Officer's salary?

A Chief Information Security Officer's salary grows with experience: an Information Security Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $205,445, an Information Security Director (5+ years)earns $231,231, a VP of Information Security (5+ years)earns $280,264, an SVP of Information Security (5+ years)earns $341,820, a Chief Information Security Officer (5+ years)earns $426,883,

What are the highest paying states for a Chief Information Security Officer?

Chief Information Security Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chief Information Security Officer roles are District of Columbia $426,883, California $425,264, Massachusetts $419,596. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chief Information Security Officer roles make?

Salaries for Chief Information Security Officer level roles vary by specialization: Chief Data and Cyber Security Officer: $385,600; Chief Information Systems Security Officer: $385,590; Chief InfoSec Officer: $385,580; Chief Information Vulnerability and Risk Mitigation Officer: $385,573; Chief Data Security Officer: $385,560.

Chief Information Security Officer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Chief Information Security Officer make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chief Information Security Officer in District of Columbia is $426,883 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $205.

However, a Chief Information Security Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $521,608
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $386,085 to $476,466
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $348,941

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Chief Information Security Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$476,466	$39,705	$9,163	$229
Average	$426,883	$35,574	$8,209	$205
25th Percentile	$386,085	$32,174	$7,425	$186

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Key Factors That Influence Chief Information Security Officer Salaries

A Chief Information Security Officer'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 Chief Information Security Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chief Information Security Officer'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:

Information Security Senior Manager (5+ years): $205,445
Information Security Director (5+ years): $231,231
VP of Information Security (5+ years): $280,264
SVP of Information Security (5+ years): $341,820
Chief Information Security Officer (5+ years): $426,883

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Information Security Senior Manager	5+ years	$205,445
Information Security Director	5+ years	$231,231
VP of Information Security	5+ years	$280,264
SVP of Information Security	5+ years	$341,820
Chief Information Security Officer	5+ years	$426,883

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How Do Chief Information Security Officer 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 Chief Information Security Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $426,883.
California: $425,264.
Massachusetts: $419,596.

District of Columbia $426,883 California $425,264 Massachusetts $419,596 Washington $418,054 New Jersey $417,900 Alaska $417,360 Connecticut $412,039 New York $409,880

Hawaii $402,979 Rhode Island $399,740 Maryland $397,543 Minnesota $394,535 Colorado $393,379 Illinois $392,993 Oregon $391,528 Delaware $390,449

New Hampshire $389,770 Virginia $388,251 Pennsylvania $383,817 Nevada $381,581 North Dakota $380,848 Michigan $379,692 Wisconsin $379,268 Vermont $378,419

Texas $376,067 Maine $375,913 Arizona $375,682 Ohio $375,412 Georgia $371,865 Indiana $370,091 Wyoming $369,744 Utah $369,205

Iowa $368,973 Kansas $367,123 Louisiana $366,583 North Carolina $366,390 Missouri $366,313 Florida $364,809 Montana $364,000 Nebraska $363,229

Kentucky $362,804 South Carolina $361,262 Tennessee $360,298 Idaho $359,913 New Mexico $357,098 Oklahoma $356,481 Alabama $354,207 South Dakota $350,390

Arkansas $348,308 West Virginia $347,190 Mississippi $343,835

Top Paying Cities for Chief Information Security Officers

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: $424,566
Washington: $424,570
Naval Anacost Annex: $424,551

Parcel Return Service, DC $424,566 Washington, DC $424,570 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $424,551 Washington Navy Yard, DC $424,566

Chief Information Security Officer Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Chief Information Security Officer salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $477,465. While startup companies pay approximate $403,793.

Chief Information Security Officer Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$403,793
Growth Stage	51~500	$427,074
Established	501~5000	$461,084
Enterprise	5000+	$477,465

Chief Information Security Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Chief Information Security Officer 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 Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Chief Information Security Officer positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Chief Information Security Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Chief Information Security Officer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$512,260	$246.0	20%
Biotechnology	$512,260	$246.0	20%
Financial Services	$512,260	$246.0	20%
Healthcare	$512,260	$246.0	20%
Software & Networking	$512,260	$246.0	20%

Chief Information Security Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chief Information Security Officer'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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$386,085

Average $426,883/year

$476,466

$32,174

Average $35,574/month

$39,705

$7,425

Average $8,209/week

$9,163

$186

Average $205/hour

$229

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$476,466	$39,705	$9,163	$229
Average	$426,883	$35,574	$8,209	$205
25th Percentile	$386,085	$32,174	$7,425	$186

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