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

An Information Security Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Information Security Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $79,014, an Information Security Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $92,948, an Information Security Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $121,116, an Information Security Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $141,543, an Information Security Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $163,982,

What are the highest paying states for an Information Security Engineer I?

Information Security Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Security Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $87,016, California $86,686, Massachusetts $85,530. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Information Security Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Information Security Engineer Manager: $146,077; Information Security Engineer IV: $139,204; Senior Information Security Engineer: $114,393; Information Security Architect I: $107,840; Network & Information Security Engineer: $93,071.

Information Security Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Information Security Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Security Engineer I in Delaware is $79,589 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,523
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,381 to $87,406
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,729

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Information Security Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,406	$7,284	$1,681	$42
Average	$79,589	$6,632	$1,531	$38
25th Percentile	$73,381	$6,115	$1,411	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Information Security Engineer I Salaries

An Information Security Engineer I'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 Engineer I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Security Engineer I'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): $79,014
Early Career (1-2 years): $92,948
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,116
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,543
Expert (over 8 years): $163,982

Levels	Salary
Informati... Level Information Security Engineer I	$79,014
Informati... Level Information Security Engineer I	$92,948
Informati... Level Information Security Engineer I	$121,116
Informati... Level Information Security Engineer I	$141,543
Informati... Level Information Security Engineer I	$163,982

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

District of Columbia: $87,016.
California: $86,686.
Massachusetts: $85,530.

District of Columbia $87,016 California $86,686 Massachusetts $85,530 Washington $85,216 New Jersey $85,185 Alaska $85,075 Connecticut $83,990 New York $83,550

Hawaii $82,143 Rhode Island $81,483 Maryland $81,035 Minnesota $80,422 Colorado $80,186 Illinois $80,108 Oregon $79,809 Delaware $79,589

New Hampshire $79,451 Virginia $79,141 Pennsylvania $78,237 Nevada $77,781 North Dakota $77,632 Michigan $77,396 Wisconsin $77,310 Vermont $77,137

Texas $76,658 Maine $76,626 Arizona $76,579 Ohio $76,524 Georgia $75,801 Indiana $75,439 Wyoming $75,369 Utah $75,259

Iowa $75,211 Kansas $74,834 Louisiana $74,724 North Carolina $74,685 Missouri $74,669 Florida $74,363 Montana $74,198 Nebraska $74,040

Kentucky $73,954 South Carolina $73,640 Tennessee $73,443 Idaho $73,365 New Mexico $72,791 Oklahoma $72,665 Alabama $72,201 South Dakota $71,423

Arkansas $70,999 West Virginia $70,771 Mississippi $70,087

Top Paying Cities for Information Security Engineer Is

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: $82,371
Little Creek: $81,609
Magnolia: $81,947

Lincoln, DE $82,371 Little Creek, DE $81,609 Magnolia, DE $81,947 Milford, DE $82,371 Marydel, DE $81,302 Millsboro, DE $82,371 Millville, DE $82,921 Milton, DE $82,371

Nassau, DE $82,371 Ocean View, DE $82,921 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,921 Seaford, DE $81,507 Selbyville, DE $82,921 Smyrna, DE $81,208 Viola, DE $81,947 Woodside, DE $81,711

Bear, DE $80,611 Newark, DE $80,642 Claymont, DE $80,705 Delaware City, DE $80,642 Hockessin, DE $80,705 Kirkwood, DE $80,642 Middletown, DE $81,043 Montchanin, DE $80,705

New Castle, DE $80,705 Odessa, DE $81,153 Port Penn, DE $80,422 Rockland, DE $80,705 Saint Georges, DE $80,642 Townsend, DE $81,035 Winterthur, DE $80,705 Lewes, DE $82,371

Wilmington, DE $80,705 Dover, DE $81,569 Dover Afb, DE $81,758 Bethany Beach, DE $82,921 Bethel, DE $81,507 Bridgeville, DE $82,371 Camden Wyoming, DE $81,656 Cheswold, DE $81,381

Clayton, DE $81,177 Dagsboro, DE $82,921 Delmar, DE $81,507 Ellendale, DE $82,371 Felton, DE $82,371 Fenwick Island, DE $82,921 Frankford, DE $82,921 Frederica, DE $82,371

Georgetown, DE $82,371 Greenwood, DE $82,371 Harbeson, DE $82,371 Harrington, DE $82,371 Hartly, DE $81,137 Houston, DE $82,371 Kenton, DE $81,177 Laurel, DE $81,507

Yorklyn, DE $80,705

Information Security Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Security Engineer I'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.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

$73,381

Average $79,589/year

$87,406

$6,115

Average $6,632/month

$7,284

$1,411

Average $1,531/week

$1,681

$35

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,406	$7,284	$1,681	$42
Average	$79,589	$6,632	$1,531	$38
25th Percentile	$73,381	$6,115	$1,411	$35

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