What are the main factors that influence an Information Security Engineer II'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 Information Security Engineer II?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Information Security Engineer II roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Information Security Engineer 's salary?

An Information Security Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Information Security Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $75,160, an Information Security Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $88,380, an Information Security Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $115,181, an Information Security Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $134,612, an Information Security Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $155,941,

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

Information Security Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Security Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $99,569, California $99,191, Massachusetts $97,869. 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: $146,071; Information Security Engineer IV: $139,185; Information Security Architect II: $133,600; Senior Information Security Engineer: $114,398; Network & Information Security Engineer: $93,054.

Information Security Engineer II Salary in Nevada

How much does an Information Security Engineer II make in Nevada?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Security Engineer II in Nevada is $89,002 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,171
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,032 to $97,466
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,686

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Information Security Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,466	$8,122	$1,874	$47
Average	$89,002	$7,417	$1,712	$43
25th Percentile	$82,032	$6,836	$1,578	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Information Security Engineer II Salaries

An Information Security Engineer 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 Information Security Engineer II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Security Engineer 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $75,160
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,380
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,181
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,612
Expert (over 8 years): $155,941

Levels	Salary
Informati... Level Information Security Engineer II	$75,160
Informati... Level Information Security Engineer II	$88,380
Informati... Level Information Security Engineer II	$115,181
Informati... Level Information Security Engineer II	$134,612
Informati... Level Information Security Engineer II	$155,941

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

District of Columbia: $99,569.
California: $99,191.
Massachusetts: $97,869.

District of Columbia $99,569 California $99,191 Massachusetts $97,869 Washington $97,510 New Jersey $97,474 Alaska $97,348 Connecticut $96,107 New York $95,603

Hawaii $93,993 Rhode Island $93,238 Maryland $92,725 Minnesota $92,024 Colorado $91,754 Illinois $91,664 Oregon $91,322 Delaware $91,071

New Hampshire $90,912 Virginia $90,558 Pennsylvania $89,524 Nevada $89,002 North Dakota $88,831 Michigan $88,562 Wisconsin $88,463 Vermont $88,265

Texas $87,716 Maine $87,680 Arizona $87,626 Ohio $87,563 Georgia $86,736 Indiana $86,322 Wyoming $86,242 Utah $86,116

Iowa $86,062 Kansas $85,630 Louisiana $85,504 North Carolina $85,459 Missouri $85,441 Florida $85,090 Montana $84,902 Nebraska $84,722

Kentucky $84,623 South Carolina $84,263 Tennessee $84,038 Idaho $83,948 New Mexico $83,292 Oklahoma $83,148 Alabama $82,617 South Dakota $81,727

Arkansas $81,241 West Virginia $80,981 Mississippi $80,198

Top Paying Cities for Information Security Engineer 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:

The Lakes: $87,384
Alamo: $89,925
Henderson: $87,402

The Lakes, NV $87,384 Alamo, NV $89,925 Henderson, NV $87,402 Beatty, NV $90,028 Blue Diamond, NV $87,503 Boulder City, NV $87,614 Bunkerville, NV $89,451 Caliente, NV $89,640

Dyer, NV $89,950 Goldfield, NV $89,909 Hiko, NV $89,732 Indian Springs, NV $88,610 Jean, NV $88,181 Amargosa Valley, NV $90,007 Logandale, NV $89,362 Manhattan, NV $90,065

Mercury, NV $89,750 Mesquite, NV $89,970 Moapa, NV $88,655 Laughlin, NV $89,611 North Las Vegas, NV $87,384 Coyote Springs, NV $89,272 Cal Nev Ari, NV $89,231 Overton, NV $88,408

Pahrump, NV $89,392 Panaca, NV $89,546 Pioche, NV $89,560 Round Mountain, NV $89,944 Searchlight, NV $88,813 Silverpeak, NV $90,224 Tonopah, NV $89,940 Sloan, NV $87,434

Las Vegas, NV $87,384 Nellis Afb, NV $87,384 Ely, NV $89,920 Austin, NV $89,866 Baker, NV $89,535 Duckwater, NV $89,990 Eureka, NV $89,917 Lund, NV $89,912

Mc Gill, NV $90,041 Ruth, NV $90,239 Crystal Bay, NV $91,100 Dayton, NV $89,961 Denio, NV $89,700 Empire, NV $89,928 Fallon, NV $90,083 Fernley, NV $90,148

Gabbs, NV $89,946 Gardnerville, NV $90,164 Genoa, NV $90,007 Gerlach, NV $89,967 Glenbrook, NV $90,095 Golconda, NV $89,903 Hawthorne, NV $90,092 Imlay, NV $89,963

Lovelock, NV $90,082 Luning, NV $90,108 Mc Dermitt, NV $89,652 Mina, NV $89,927 Minden, NV $89,936 Nixon, NV $89,961 Orovada, NV $89,769 Paradise Valley, NV $89,883

Schurz, NV $90,001 Silver City, NV $89,803 Silver Springs, NV $90,123 Smith, NV $90,068 Sparks, NV $90,109 Sun Valley, NV $90,113 Valmy, NV $90,072 Verdi, NV $90,255

Virginia City, NV $89,852 Wadsworth, NV $90,074 Wellington, NV $90,080 Winnemucca, NV $90,012 Yerington, NV $90,049 Zephyr Cove, NV $90,187 Stateline, NV $90,224 Incline Village, NV $90,356

Reno, NV $90,108 Carson City, NV $89,713 Washoe Valley, NV $89,782 Elko, NV $90,113 Spring Creek, NV $90,116 Battle Mountain, NV $89,992 Crescent Valley, NV $89,958 Carlin, NV $90,059

Deeth, NV $89,925 Halleck, NV $89,925 Jackpot, NV $89,191 Jarbidge, NV $89,390 Lamoille, NV $89,978 Montello, NV $89,387 Mountain City, NV $89,644 Owyhee, NV $89,403

Ruby Valley, NV $89,890 Tuscarora, NV $89,823 Wells, NV $89,815 West Wendover, NV $89,894

Information Security Engineer II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Information Security Engineer II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Information Security Engineer positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Information Security Engineer II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Information Security Engineer II

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$97,903	$47.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Information Security Engineer 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$82,032

Average $89,002/year

$97,466

$6,836

Average $7,417/month

$8,122

$1,578

Average $1,712/week

$1,874

$39

Average $43/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,466	$8,122	$1,874	$47
Average	$89,002	$7,417	$1,712	$43
25th Percentile	$82,032	$6,836	$1,578	$39

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