Know your market value with insights across roles — from individual contributors to executive pay and overall company compensation trends.
Access a suite of powerful calculators to make data-driven career decisions.
Automate pay cycles, manage job architectures, and ensure pay equity with AI-powered compensation platforms.
Access validated salary benchmarks, labor market trends, and minimum wage data to stay competitive.
Participate in and purchase industry-specific salary surveys to obtain the most accurate, peer-reported pay data.
As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Security Auditor in Virginia is $70,735 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.
However, an Information Security Auditor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
AI-Powered HR
AI Onboarding
Information Security Auditor Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $78,670 | $6,556 | $1,513 | $38 |
| Average | $70,735 | $5,895 | $1,360 | $34 |
| 25th Percentile | $64,056 | $5,338 | $1,232 | $31 |
Cymertek - Vienna, VA
Cymertek - Chantilly, VA
Mantis Security Corporation - Herndon, VA
APOGEE RESEARCH LLC - Arlington, VA
An Information Security Auditor'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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Information Security Auditor'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Informati... Level Information Security Auditor | $70,151 |
| Informati... Level Information Security Auditor | $86,643 |
| Informati... Level Information Security Auditor | $101,145 |
| Informati... Level Information Security Auditor | $124,499 |
| Informati... Level Information Security Auditor | $149,397 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Auditors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Information Security Auditor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Information Security Auditor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Information Security Auditor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $99,029 | $48.0 | 40% |
| Chemicals | $81,345 | $39.0 | 15% |
| Biotechnology | $77,808 | $37.0 | 10% |
| Energy & Utilities | $77,808 | $37.0 | 10% |
| Insurance | $77,808 | $37.0 | 10% |
Understanding how an Information Security Auditor'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $78,670 | $6,556 | $1,513 | $38 |
| Average | $70,735 | $5,895 | $1,360 | $34 |
| 25th Percentile | $64,056 | $5,338 | $1,232 | $31 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Information Security Auditor job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
Rincon Research Corp
Chantilly, VA
Rincon Research Corp | Chantilly, VA
Job Description. Job Description. Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC). At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developin... more
1 Day Ago
Dark Wolf Solutions
Herndon, VA
Dark Wolf Solutions | Herndon, VA
Job Description. Job Description. Dark Wolf. is looking for an. Information System Security Manager. to help the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Mat... more
1 Day Ago
Saliense Consulting LLC
Arlington, VA
Saliense Consulting LLC | Arlington, VA
Job Description. Job Description. . Who is Saliense. Saliense is a growing Management and Technology Consulting Solutions provider based out of Mclean, VA.... more
1 Day Ago
Paragone Solutions, Inc.
McLean, VA
Paragone Solutions, Inc. | McLean, VA
Job Description. Job Description. Secure IT Service Management, a division of Paragone Solutions, Inc., is seeking an. Information Systems Security Officer... more
1 Day Ago
Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace Inc
Toano, VA
Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace Inc | Toano, VA
Job Description. Job Description. KDA, Inc, headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, has been operating in the United States for more than 20 years. We produ... more
2 Days Ago
MANTECH
Stafford, VA
MANTECH | Stafford, VA
hackajob is collaborating with MANTECH to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriente... more
2 Days Ago
Get a Salary Increase
Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.
Search Job Openings
Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.
Adjust Employee Salary
Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.
Price My Industry Jobs
Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.
Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.
Explore Cost of Living CalculatorSalary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.
Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.
Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:
