What are the main factors that influence a Cyber Incident Response Specialist II's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Cyber Incident Response Specialist 's salary?

A Cyber Incident Response Specialist 's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Incident Response Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $80,417, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $94,380, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $128,209, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $144,268, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $166,524,

What are the highest paying states for a Cyber Incident Response Specialist II?

Cyber Incident Response Specialist II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cyber Incident Response Specialist II roles are District of Columbia $103,187, California $102,795, Massachusetts $101,425. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cyber Incident Response Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Cyber Incident Response Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Cyber Incident Response Director: $184,909; Cyber Incident Response Specialist V: $164,436; Cyber Incident Response Specialist IV: $142,459; Cyber Incident Response Manager: $138,198; Cyber Incident Response Analyst III: $126,700.

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Cyber Incident Response Specialist II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cyber Incident Response Specialist II make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Incident Response Specialist II in Delaware is $94,380 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

However, a Cyber Incident Response Specialist II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $109,308
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,768 to $102,194
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,017

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Cyber Incident Response Specialist II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,194	$8,516	$1,965	$49
Average	$94,380	$7,865	$1,815	$45
25th Percentile	$84,768	$7,064	$1,630	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Cyber Incident Response Specialist II Salaries

A Cyber Incident Response Specialist II'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 Cyber Incident Response Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cyber Incident Response Specialist II'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 Incident Response Specialist I (0-2 years): $80,417
Cyber Incident Response Specialist II (2-4 years): $94,380
Cyber Incident Response Specialist III (4-7 years): $128,209
Cyber Incident Response Specialist IV (7+ years): $144,268
Cyber Incident Response Specialist V (7-10 years): $166,524

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Cyber Incident Response Specialist I	0-2 years	$80,417
Cyber Incident Response Specialist II	2-4 years	$94,380
Cyber Incident Response Specialist III	4-7 years	$128,209
Cyber Incident Response Specialist IV	7+ years	$144,268
Cyber Incident Response Specialist V	7-10 years	$166,524

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How Do Cyber Incident Response Specialist II 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 Cyber Incident Response Specialist IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $103,187.
California: $102,795.
Massachusetts: $101,425.

District of Columbia $103,187 California $102,795 Massachusetts $101,425 Washington $101,052 New Jersey $101,015 Alaska $100,885 Connecticut $99,599 New York $99,077

Hawaii $97,408 Rhode Island $96,626 Maryland $96,094 Minnesota $95,367 Colorado $95,088 Illinois $94,995 Oregon $94,641 Delaware $94,380

New Hampshire $94,216 Virginia $93,848 Pennsylvania $92,777 Nevada $92,236 North Dakota $92,059 Michigan $91,779 Wisconsin $91,677 Vermont $91,472

Texas $90,903 Maine $90,866 Arizona $90,810 Ohio $90,745 Georgia $89,888 Indiana $89,459 Wyoming $89,375 Utah $89,244

Iowa $89,189 Kansas $88,741 Louisiana $88,611 North Carolina $88,564 Missouri $88,546 Florida $88,182 Montana $87,986 Nebraska $87,800

Kentucky $87,697 South Carolina $87,325 Tennessee $87,092 Idaho $86,998 New Mexico $86,318 Oklahoma $86,169 Alabama $85,619 South Dakota $84,697

Arkansas $84,193 West Virginia $83,923 Mississippi $83,112

Top Paying Cities for Cyber Incident Response Specialist IIs

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: $97,679
Little Creek: $96,775
Magnolia: $97,175

Lincoln, DE $97,679 Little Creek, DE $96,775 Magnolia, DE $97,175 Milford, DE $97,679 Marydel, DE $96,411 Millsboro, DE $97,679 Millville, DE $98,331 Milton, DE $97,679

Nassau, DE $97,679 Ocean View, DE $98,331 Rehoboth Beach, DE $98,331 Seaford, DE $96,654 Selbyville, DE $98,331 Smyrna, DE $96,299 Viola, DE $97,175 Woodside, DE $96,896

Bear, DE $95,591 Newark, DE $95,628 Claymont, DE $95,703 Delaware City, DE $95,628 Hockessin, DE $95,703 Kirkwood, DE $95,628 Middletown, DE $96,104 Montchanin, DE $95,703

New Castle, DE $95,703 Odessa, DE $96,234 Port Penn, DE $95,367 Rockland, DE $95,703 Saint Georges, DE $95,628 Townsend, DE $96,094 Winterthur, DE $95,703 Lewes, DE $97,679

Wilmington, DE $95,703 Dover, DE $96,728 Dover Afb, DE $96,952 Bethany Beach, DE $98,331 Bethel, DE $96,654 Bridgeville, DE $97,679 Camden Wyoming, DE $96,831 Cheswold, DE $96,504

Clayton, DE $96,262 Dagsboro, DE $98,331 Delmar, DE $96,654 Ellendale, DE $97,679 Felton, DE $97,679 Fenwick Island, DE $98,331 Frankford, DE $98,331 Frederica, DE $97,679

Georgetown, DE $97,679 Greenwood, DE $97,679 Harbeson, DE $97,679 Harrington, DE $97,679 Hartly, DE $96,216 Houston, DE $97,679 Kenton, DE $96,262 Laurel, DE $96,654

Yorklyn, DE $95,703

Cyber Incident Response Specialist II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cyber Incident Response Specialist II'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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$84,768

Average $94,380/year

$102,194

$7,064

Average $7,865/month

$8,516

$1,630

Average $1,815/week

$1,965

$41

Average $45/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,194	$8,516	$1,965	$49
Average	$94,380	$7,865	$1,815	$45
25th Percentile	$84,768	$7,064	$1,630	$41

Cyber Incident Response Specialist II Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Cyber Incident Response Specialist II, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Cyber Incident Response Specialist II Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Cyber Incident Response Specialist III	$128,209	36%
Incident Response Manager	$124,309	32%

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