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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Cyber Security Engineer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Cyber Security Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cyber Security Engineer's salary?

A Cyber Security Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Security Architect I (2-4 years)earns $111,234, a Cyber Security Engineer (4-7 years)earns $137,823, a Cyber Security Architect III (7+ years)earns $159,142, a Cyber Security Architect IV (7-10 years)earns $187,577, a Cyber Security Architect V (10-12 years)earns $219,248,

What are the highest paying states for a Cyber Security Engineer?

Cyber Security Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cyber Security Engineer roles are District of Columbia $151,509, California $150,935, Massachusetts $148,923. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cyber Security Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Cyber Security Engineer level roles vary by specialization: SVP of IS and Cyber Security: $308,705; Senior Cyber Security Engineer: $212,519; Principal Cyber-security Engineer: $185,807; Cyber Security Research Engineer: $144,508; Cyber Security: $136,705.

Cyber Security Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cyber Security Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Security Engineer in Delaware is $138,578 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,192
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,646 to $148,845
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $123,425

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Cyber Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$148,845	$12,404	$2,862	$72
Average	$138,578	$11,548	$2,665	$67
25th Percentile	$130,646	$10,887	$2,512	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Cyber Security Engineer Salaries

A Cyber Security Engineer'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 Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cyber Security Engineer'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $111,234
Early Career (1-2 years): $137,823
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $159,142
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $187,577
Expert (over 8 years): $219,248

Levels	Salary
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Engineer	$111,234
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Engineer	$137,823
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Engineer	$159,142
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Engineer	$187,577
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Engineer	$219,248

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How Do Cyber Security Engineer 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 Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $151,509.
California: $150,935.
Massachusetts: $148,923.

District of Columbia $151,509 California $150,935 Massachusetts $148,923 Washington $148,376 New Jersey $148,321 Alaska $148,129 Connecticut $146,241 New York $145,475

Hawaii $143,025 Rhode Island $141,876 Maryland $141,096 Minnesota $140,028 Colorado $139,618 Illinois $139,481 Oregon $138,961 Delaware $138,578

New Hampshire $138,337 Virginia $137,798 Pennsylvania $136,224 Nevada $135,431 North Dakota $135,171 Michigan $134,760 Wisconsin $134,610 Vermont $134,308

Texas $133,474 Maine $133,419 Arizona $133,337 Ohio $133,241 Georgia $131,982 Indiana $131,353 Wyoming $131,230 Utah $131,038

Iowa $130,956 Kansas $130,299 Louisiana $130,107 North Carolina $130,039 Missouri $130,012 Florida $129,478 Montana $129,191 Nebraska $128,917

Kentucky $128,766 South Carolina $128,219 Tennessee $127,877 Idaho $127,740 New Mexico $126,741 Oklahoma $126,522 Alabama $125,715 South Dakota $124,360

Arkansas $123,621 West Virginia $123,224 Mississippi $122,034

Top Paying Cities for Cyber Security Engineers

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: $137,954
Little Creek: $138,964
Magnolia: $138,764

Lincoln, DE $137,954 Little Creek, DE $138,964 Magnolia, DE $138,764 Milford, DE $138,304 Marydel, DE $138,531 Millsboro, DE $137,375 Millville, DE $137,587 Milton, DE $137,825

Nassau, DE $137,925 Ocean View, DE $137,564 Rehoboth Beach, DE $137,828 Seaford, DE $137,906 Selbyville, DE $137,335 Smyrna, DE $139,060 Viola, DE $138,419 Woodside, DE $138,791

Bear, DE $138,471 Newark, DE $138,419 Claymont, DE $138,702 Delaware City, DE $138,557 Hockessin, DE $138,407 Kirkwood, DE $138,531 Middletown, DE $138,585 Montchanin, DE $138,438

New Castle, DE $138,459 Odessa, DE $138,653 Port Penn, DE $138,746 Rockland, DE $138,452 Saint Georges, DE $138,541 Townsend, DE $138,754 Winterthur, DE $138,468 Lewes, DE $137,879

Wilmington, DE $138,414 Dover, DE $138,964 Dover Afb, DE $138,232 Bethany Beach, DE $137,419 Bethel, DE $137,561 Bridgeville, DE $137,885 Camden Wyoming, DE $138,572 Cheswold, DE $138,919

Clayton, DE $138,923 Dagsboro, DE $137,323 Delmar, DE $137,103 Ellendale, DE $137,519 Felton, DE $138,293 Fenwick Island, DE $137,353 Frankford, DE $137,114 Frederica, DE $138,430

Georgetown, DE $137,271 Greenwood, DE $137,907 Harbeson, DE $137,417 Harrington, DE $138,118 Hartly, DE $138,548 Houston, DE $137,921 Kenton, DE $138,930 Laurel, DE $137,189

Yorklyn, DE $138,448

Cyber Security Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cyber Security Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Cyber Security Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cyber Security Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cyber Security Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$194,009	$93.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$180,151	$87.0	30%
Financial Services	$166,293	$80.0	20%

Cyber Security Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cyber Security Engineer'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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$130,646

Average $138,578/year

$148,845

$10,887

Average $11,548/month

$12,404

$2,512

Average $2,665/week

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Average $67/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$148,845	$12,404	$2,862	$72
Average	$138,578	$11,548	$2,665	$67
25th Percentile	$130,646	$10,887	$2,512	$63

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