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Network Security System Analyst II Salary in the United States

How much does a Network Security System Analyst II make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Security System Analyst II in the United States is $93,206 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,929
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,900 to $95,155
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,159
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Network Security System Analyst II Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $95,155 $7,930 $1,830 $46
Average $93,206 $7,767 $1,792 $45
25th Percentile $86,900 $7,242 $1,671 $42
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Key Factors That Influence Network Security System Analyst II Salaries

A Network Security System Analyst 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 Network Security System Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Security System Analyst 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:

  • Network Security System Analyst I (0-2 years): $76,119
  • Network Security System Analyst II (2-4 years): $93,206
  • Network Security System Analyst III (4-7 years): $116,913
  • Network Security System Analyst IV (7+ years): $135,060
  • Network Security Manager (7+ years): $153,420
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Network Security System Analyst I0-2 years$76,119
Network Security System Analyst II2-4 years$93,206
Network Security System Analyst III4-7 years$116,913
Network Security System Analyst IV7+ years$135,060
Network Security Manager7+ years$153,420
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Top Paying Cities for Network Security System Analyst 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:

  • San Jose: $117,561
  • San Francisco: $116,405
  • Oakland: $113,823

What Skills Can Increase a Network Security System Analyst II's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 12.93% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.78% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Operating System (Mentioned in 1.49% Job Postings): Maintaining software that runs on a computer that serves as an interface between computer hardware components and the user.
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Analysis 12.93%
Microsoft Office 1.78%
Operating System 1.49%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Network Security System Analyst II's salary.
  • System Requirements: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Java: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Agile: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
System Requirements
 $106,255
14%
Java
 $105,323
13%
Agile
 $103,459
11%
Software Development
 $103,459
11%
Business Requirements
 $102,527
10%
Test Plans
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Network Security System Analyst II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Security System Analyst 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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$86,900
Average $93,206/year
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Average $7,767/month
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$1,671
Average $1,792/week
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Average $45/hour
$46
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $95,155 $7,930 $1,830 $46
Average $93,206 $7,767 $1,792 $45
25th Percentile $86,900 $7,242 $1,671 $42

Network Security System Analyst II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Network Security System Analyst II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Network Security System Analyst III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $116,913 - a projected growth of 25% over your current level.

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FAQ about Network Security System Analyst II

1. Where can a Network Security System Analyst II earn the most?

A Network Security System Analyst II's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Network Security System Analyst II earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Network Security System Analyst II is $117,561.

2. What is the highest pay for Network Security System Analyst II?

The highest pay for Network Security System Analyst II is $96,929.

3. What is the lowest pay for Network Security System Analyst II?

The lowest pay for Network Security System Analyst II is $81,159.

4. What are the responsibilities of Network Security System Analyst II?

Ensures the security of an organization's networks and systems. Performs network security assessments and risk analysis, and makes recommendations to improve network security. Investigates security incidents and breaches. Recommends and deploys appropriate security products and solutions for various network platforms. Configures and maintains firewalls and other network security tools and software. May conduct security trainings with employees. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience.

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