What are the main factors that influence an Information Security Director's salary?

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

How does experience change An Information Security Director's salary?

An Information Security Director's salary grows with experience: an Information Security Manager (5+ years)earns $162,468, an Information Security Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $205,401, an Information Security Director (5+ years)earns $231,231, a VP of Information Security (5+ years)earns $280,145, an SVP of Information Security (5+ years)earns $341,610,

What are the highest paying states for an Information Security Director?

Information Security Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Security Director roles are District of Columbia $231,231, California $230,354, Massachusetts $227,284. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Information Security Director roles make?

Salaries for Information Security Director level roles vary by specialization: Information Security Architecture Director: $212,680; Information Systems Security Director: $208,863; Information Security Architecture Senior Manager: $191,160; Director, Information Security Risk Management: $189,741; Director - Global Information Security: $183,710.

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Information Security Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Information Security Director make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Security Director in District of Columbia is $231,231 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $111.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $254,805
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $212,412 to $243,571
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $195,278

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Information Security Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$243,571	$20,298	$4,684	$117
Average	$231,231	$19,269	$4,447	$111
25th Percentile	$212,412	$17,701	$4,085	$102

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Key Factors That Influence Information Security Director Salaries

An Information Security 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 Information Security Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Security 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:

Information Security Manager (5+ years): $162,468
Information Security Senior Manager (5+ years): $205,401
Information Security Director (5+ years): $231,231
VP of Information Security (5+ years): $280,145
SVP of Information Security (5+ years): $341,610

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Information Security Manager	5+ years	$162,468
Information Security Senior Manager	5+ years	$205,401
Information Security Director	5+ years	$231,231
VP of Information Security	5+ years	$280,145
SVP of Information Security	5+ years	$341,610

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

District of Columbia: $231,231.
California: $230,354.
Massachusetts: $227,284.

District of Columbia $231,231 California $230,354 Massachusetts $227,284 Washington $226,448 New Jersey $226,365 Alaska $226,073 Connecticut $223,191 New York $222,021

Hawaii $218,283 Rhode Island $216,528 Maryland $215,338 Minnesota $213,709 Colorado $213,083 Illinois $212,874 Oregon $212,080 Delaware $211,495

New Hampshire $211,128 Virginia $210,305 Pennsylvania $207,903 Nevada $206,692 North Dakota $206,295 Michigan $205,669 Wisconsin $205,439 Vermont $204,979

Texas $203,705 Maine $203,622 Arizona $203,497 Ohio $203,350 Georgia $201,429 Indiana $200,468 Wyoming $200,280 Utah $199,988

Iowa $199,863 Kansas $198,860 Louisiana $198,568 North Carolina $198,464 Missouri $198,422 Florida $197,607 Montana $197,169 Nebraska $196,751

Kentucky $196,521 South Carolina $195,686 Tennessee $195,164 Idaho $194,955 New Mexico $193,430 Oklahoma $193,096 Alabama $191,864 South Dakota $189,797

Arkansas $188,669 West Virginia $188,063 Mississippi $186,246

Top Paying Cities for Information Security 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:

Parcel Return Service: $231,231
Washington: $231,231
Naval Anacost Annex: $231,231

Parcel Return Service, DC $231,231 Washington, DC $231,231 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $231,231 Washington Navy Yard, DC $231,231

Information Security Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Security 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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$212,412

Average $231,231/year

$243,571

$17,701

Average $19,269/month

$20,298

$4,085

Average $4,447/week

$4,684

$102

Average $111/hour

$117

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$243,571	$20,298	$4,684	$117
Average	$231,231	$19,269	$4,447	$111
25th Percentile	$212,412	$17,701	$4,085	$102

Information Security Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Information Security Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Information Security role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $280,145 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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