What are the main factors that influence a Cyber Security Architect Director'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 Security Architect Director's salary?

A Cyber Security Architect Director's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Security Architecture Supervisor (12+ years)earns $136,260, a Cyber Security Architect Manager (12+ years)earns $170,749, a Cyber Security Architecture Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $198,196, a Cyber Security Architect Director (12+ years)earns $220,498, a VP of Cyber Security Architecture (12+ years)earns $247,172,

What are the highest paying states for a Cyber Security Architect Director?

Cyber Security Architect Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cyber Security Architect Director roles are District of Columbia $235,470, California $234,577, Massachusetts $231,451. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cyber Security Architect Director roles make?

Salaries for Cyber Security Architect Director level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Cyber Security: $213,487; Cyber Security Architect V: $212,498; Data and Cyber Security Director: $208,900; IS and Cyber Security Director: $208,870; Cyber Security Director: $184,810.

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Cyber Security Architect Director Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Cyber Security Architect Director make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Security Architect Director in Rhode Island is $220,498 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $106.

However, a Cyber Security Architect Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $242,005
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $195,785 to $231,756
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $173,285

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Cyber Security Architect Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$231,756	$19,313	$4,457	$111
Average	$220,498	$18,375	$4,240	$106
25th Percentile	$195,785	$16,315	$3,765	$94

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Key Factors That Influence Cyber Security Architect Director Salaries

A Cyber Security Architect Director'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 Security Architect Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cyber Security Architect Director'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 Security Architecture Supervisor (12+ years): $136,260
Cyber Security Architect Manager (12+ years): $170,749
Cyber Security Architecture Senior Manager (12+ years): $198,196
Cyber Security Architect Director (12+ years): $220,498
VP of Cyber Security Architecture (12+ years): $247,172

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Cyber Security Architecture Supervisor	12+ years	$136,260
Cyber Security Architect Manager	12+ years	$170,749
Cyber Security Architecture Senior Manager	12+ years	$198,196
Cyber Security Architect Director	12+ years	$220,498
VP of Cyber Security Architecture	12+ years	$247,172

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How Do Cyber Security Architect Director 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 Security Architect Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $235,470.
California: $234,577.
Massachusetts: $231,451.

District of Columbia $235,470 California $234,577 Massachusetts $231,451 Washington $230,600 New Jersey $230,515 Alaska $230,217 Connecticut $227,283 New York $226,092

Hawaii $222,285 Rhode Island $220,498 Maryland $219,286 Minnesota $217,627 Colorado $216,989 Illinois $216,777 Oregon $215,968 Delaware $215,373

New Hampshire $214,999 Virginia $214,161 Pennsylvania $211,715 Nevada $210,481 North Dakota $210,077 Michigan $209,439 Wisconsin $209,205 Vermont $208,738

Texas $207,440 Maine $207,355 Arizona $207,228 Ohio $207,079 Georgia $205,122 Indiana $204,144 Wyoming $203,952 Utah $203,655

Iowa $203,527 Kansas $202,506 Louisiana $202,209 North Carolina $202,102 Missouri $202,060 Florida $201,230 Montana $200,784 Nebraska $200,358

Kentucky $200,124 South Carolina $199,274 Tennessee $198,742 Idaho $198,529 New Mexico $196,977 Oklahoma $196,637 Alabama $195,382 South Dakota $193,276

Arkansas $192,128 West Virginia $191,511 Mississippi $189,661

Top Paying Cities for Cyber Security Architect Directors

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:

Adamsville: $223,255
Albion: $221,368
Ashaway: $222,831

Adamsville, RI $223,255 Albion, RI $221,368 Ashaway, RI $222,831 Barrington, RI $220,785 Block Island, RI $222,015 Bradford, RI $222,697 Bristol, RI $221,636 Carolina, RI $222,329

Charlestown, RI $222,410 Chepachet, RI $221,968 Clayville, RI $221,349 Coventry, RI $221,360 West Greenwich, RI $221,970 East Greenwich, RI $221,211 Exeter, RI $221,908 Fiskeville, RI $220,781

Forestdale, RI $222,483 Foster, RI $221,851 Glendale, RI $222,500 Greene, RI $222,142 Greenville, RI $220,866 Harmony, RI $221,151 Harrisville, RI $222,404 Hope, RI $220,919

Hope Valley, RI $222,636 Hopkinton, RI $222,929 Jamestown, RI $222,185 Kenyon, RI $222,302 Little Compton, RI $223,221 Manville, RI $221,660 Mapleville, RI $222,010 Newport, RI $222,408

Middletown, RI $222,506 North Kingstown, RI $221,591 North Scituate, RI $221,153 Oakland, RI $222,251 Pascoag, RI $222,551 Pawtucket, RI $220,456 Central Falls, RI $220,554 Cumberland, RI $221,806

Lincoln, RI $220,775 Portsmouth, RI $222,385 Prudence Island, RI $221,927 Rockville, RI $222,895 Saunderstown, RI $222,051 Shannock, RI $222,315 Slatersville, RI $222,485 Slocum, RI $222,044

Tiverton, RI $223,061 Wakefield, RI $222,240 Kingston, RI $222,155 Narragansett, RI $222,302 Peace Dale, RI $222,212 Warren, RI $221,355 Warwick, RI $220,739 Westerly, RI $222,885

West Kingston, RI $222,225 West Warwick, RI $221,009 Wood River Junction, RI $222,542 Woonsocket, RI $222,495 North Smithfield, RI $221,989 Wyoming, RI $222,315 Providence, RI $220,392 Cranston, RI $220,422

North Providence, RI $220,447 East Providence, RI $220,407 Riverside, RI $220,477 Rumford, RI $220,445 Smithfield, RI $220,892 Johnston, RI $220,522

Cyber Security Architect Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cyber Security Architect Director'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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$195,785

Average $220,498/year

$231,756

$16,315

Average $18,375/month

$19,313

$3,765

Average $4,240/week

$4,457

$94

Average $106/hour

$111

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$231,756	$19,313	$4,457	$111
Average	$220,498	$18,375	$4,240	$106
25th Percentile	$195,785	$16,315	$3,765	$94

Cyber Security Architect Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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VP of Cyber Security Architecture

For a Cyber Security Architect Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Cyber Security Architecture role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $247,172 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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