What are the main factors that influence a Network Security Manager's salary?

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

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

A Network Security Manager's salary grows with experience: a Network Security System Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $94,385, a Network Security System Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $118,407, a Network Security System Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $136,798, a Network Security Manager (7+ years)earns $155,398, a Network Security Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $182,382,

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

Network Security Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Security Manager roles are District of Columbia $169,899, California $169,254, Massachusetts $166,999. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Network Security Manager level roles vary by specialization: Network Risk and Security Senior Manager: $180,100; Network Security Senior Manager: $180,095; Network Risk and Security Manager: $153,500; Network Planning Manager: $143,468; Manager, Network Security and Engineering: $141,483.

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Network Security Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Security Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Security Manager in Delaware is $155,398 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $182,159
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $144,573 to $169,405
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $134,718

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Network Security Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$169,405	$14,117	$3,258	$81
Average	$155,398	$12,950	$2,988	$75
25th Percentile	$144,573	$12,048	$2,780	$70

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Key Factors That Influence Network Security Manager Salaries

A Network Security 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 Network Security Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Security 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:

Network Security System Analyst II (2-4 years): $94,385
Network Security System Analyst III (4-7 years): $118,407
Network Security System Analyst IV (7+ years): $136,798
Network Security Manager (7+ years): $155,398
Network Security Senior Manager (7+ years): $182,382

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Network Security System Analyst II	2-4 years	$94,385
Network Security System Analyst III	4-7 years	$118,407
Network Security System Analyst IV	7+ years	$136,798
Network Security Manager	7+ years	$155,398
Network Security Senior Manager	7+ years	$182,382

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

District of Columbia: $169,899.
California: $169,254.
Massachusetts: $166,999.

District of Columbia $169,899 California $169,254 Massachusetts $166,999 Washington $166,385 New Jersey $166,323 Alaska $166,109 Connecticut $163,991 New York $163,132

Hawaii $160,385 Rhode Island $159,096 Maryland $158,221 Minnesota $157,024 Colorado $156,564 Illinois $156,411 Oregon $155,827 Delaware $155,398

New Hampshire $155,128 Virginia $154,523 Pennsylvania $152,758 Nevada $151,868 North Dakota $151,577 Michigan $151,117 Wisconsin $150,948 Vermont $150,610

Texas $149,674 Maine $149,613 Arizona $149,521 Ohio $149,413 Georgia $148,002 Indiana $147,296 Wyoming $147,158 Utah $146,943

Iowa $146,851 Kansas $146,114 Louisiana $145,899 North Carolina $145,823 Missouri $145,792 Florida $145,193 Montana $144,871 Nebraska $144,564

Kentucky $144,396 South Carolina $143,782 Tennessee $143,398 Idaho $143,245 New Mexico $142,124 Oklahoma $141,879 Alabama $140,974 South Dakota $139,454

Arkansas $138,626 West Virginia $138,181 Mississippi $136,846

Top Paying Cities for Network Security 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: $154,698
Little Creek: $155,831
Magnolia: $155,606

Lincoln, DE $154,698 Little Creek, DE $155,831 Magnolia, DE $155,606 Milford, DE $155,091 Marydel, DE $155,346 Millsboro, DE $154,049 Millville, DE $154,287 Milton, DE $154,554

Nassau, DE $154,666 Ocean View, DE $154,261 Rehoboth Beach, DE $154,557 Seaford, DE $154,644 Selbyville, DE $154,004 Smyrna, DE $155,938 Viola, DE $155,220 Woodside, DE $155,637

Bear, DE $155,278 Newark, DE $155,220 Claymont, DE $155,537 Delaware City, DE $155,375 Hockessin, DE $155,206 Kirkwood, DE $155,346 Middletown, DE $155,405 Montchanin, DE $155,241

New Castle, DE $155,264 Odessa, DE $155,482 Port Penn, DE $155,587 Rockland, DE $155,257 Saint Georges, DE $155,356 Townsend, DE $155,596 Winterthur, DE $155,275 Lewes, DE $154,614

Wilmington, DE $155,214 Dover, DE $155,831 Dover Afb, DE $155,010 Bethany Beach, DE $154,098 Bethel, DE $154,258 Bridgeville, DE $154,621 Camden Wyoming, DE $155,392 Cheswold, DE $155,780

Clayton, DE $155,784 Dagsboro, DE $153,991 Delmar, DE $153,744 Ellendale, DE $154,210 Felton, DE $155,079 Fenwick Island, DE $154,024 Frankford, DE $153,756 Frederica, DE $155,232

Georgetown, DE $153,932 Greenwood, DE $154,646 Harbeson, DE $154,097 Harrington, DE $154,882 Hartly, DE $155,364 Houston, DE $154,661 Kenton, DE $155,792 Laurel, DE $153,840

Yorklyn, DE $155,252

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

Understanding how a Network Security 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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$144,573

Average $155,398/year

$169,405

$12,048

Average $12,950/month

$14,117

$2,780

Average $2,988/week

$3,258

$70

Average $75/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$169,405	$14,117	$3,258	$81
Average	$155,398	$12,950	$2,988	$75
25th Percentile	$144,573	$12,048	$2,780	$70

Network Security Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Network Security Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Network Security Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $182,382 - a projected growth of 17% over your current level.

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