What are the main factors that influence an Infrastructure 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 Infrastructure Security Engineer?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Infrastructure Security Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

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

An Infrastructure Security Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Infrastructure Security Engineer (0-2 years)earns $94,051, a DevOps Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $114,159, a DevOps Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $152,992, a DevOps Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $171,131, a DevOps Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $189,083,

What are the highest paying states for an Infrastructure Security Engineer?

Infrastructure Security Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Infrastructure Security Engineer roles are District of Columbia $94,593, California $94,234, Massachusetts $92,978. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Infrastructure Security Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Infrastructure Engineer V: $150,260; Cyber Infrastructure Security Manager: $141,800; Infrastructure Engineer IV: $134,530; Infrastructure Engineer: $129,279; Infrastructure Security Analyst: $129,220.

Infrastructure Security Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Infrastructure Security Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Infrastructure Security Engineer in District of Columbia is $94,593 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,681
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,904 to $101,967
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $77,992

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Infrastructure Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,967	$8,497	$1,961	$49
Average	$94,593	$7,883	$1,819	$45
25th Percentile	$85,904	$7,159	$1,652	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Infrastructure Security Engineer Salaries

An Infrastructure 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 Infrastructure Security Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Infrastructure 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): $94,051
Early Career (1-2 years): $114,159
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $152,992
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $171,131
Expert (over 8 years): $189,083

Levels	Salary
Infrastru... Level Infrastructure Security Engineer	$94,051
DevOps En... Level Infrastructure Security Engineer	$114,159
DevOps En... Level Infrastructure Security Engineer	$152,992
DevOps En... Level Infrastructure Security Engineer	$171,131
DevOps En... Level Infrastructure Security Engineer	$189,083

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

District of Columbia: $94,593.
California: $94,234.
Massachusetts: $92,978.

District of Columbia $94,593 California $94,234 Massachusetts $92,978 Washington $92,637 New Jersey $92,602 Alaska $92,483 Connecticut $91,304 New York $90,825

Hawaii $89,296 Rhode Island $88,578 Maryland $88,092 Minnesota $87,425 Colorado $87,169 Illinois $87,083 Oregon $86,759 Delaware $86,520

New Hampshire $86,369 Virginia $86,033 Pennsylvania $85,050 Nevada $84,555 North Dakota $84,392 Michigan $84,136 Wisconsin $84,042 Vermont $83,854

Texas $83,333 Maine $83,299 Arizona $83,247 Ohio $83,188 Georgia $82,402 Indiana $82,009 Wyoming $81,932 Utah $81,812

Iowa $81,761 Kansas $81,351 Louisiana $81,231 North Carolina $81,188 Missouri $81,171 Florida $80,838 Montana $80,659 Nebraska $80,488

Kentucky $80,394 South Carolina $80,052 Tennessee $79,839 Idaho $79,753 New Mexico $79,129 Oklahoma $78,993 Alabama $78,489 South Dakota $77,643

Arkansas $77,182 West Virginia $76,934 Mississippi $76,190

Top Paying Cities for Infrastructure 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:

Parcel Return Service: $94,080
Washington: $94,080
Naval Anacost Annex: $94,076

Parcel Return Service, DC $94,080 Washington, DC $94,080 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $94,076 Washington Navy Yard, DC $94,080

Infrastructure Security Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Infrastructure Security Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 47% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Infrastructure Security Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Infrastructure Security Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Infrastructure Security Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$115,404	$55.0	22%
Internet	$111,620	$54.0	18%
Aerospace & Defense	$108,782	$52.0	15%
Financial Services	$108,782	$52.0	15%
Insurance	$104,052	$50.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Infrastructure 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$85,904

Average $94,593/year

$101,967

$7,159

Average $7,883/month

$8,497

$1,652

Average $1,819/week

$1,961

$41

Average $45/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,967	$8,497	$1,961	$49
Average	$94,593	$7,883	$1,819	$45
25th Percentile	$85,904	$7,159	$1,652	$41

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