What are the main factors that influence an IT Security Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change An IT Security Analyst's salary?

An IT Security Analyst's salary grows with experience: an IT Security Analyst (0-2 years)earns $78,134, an Information Security Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $91,898, an Information Security Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $119,755, an Information Security Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $139,954, an Information Security Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $162,136,

What are the highest paying states for an IT Security Analyst?

IT Security Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for IT Security Analyst roles are District of Columbia $86,047, California $85,721, Massachusetts $84,578. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of IT Security Analyst roles make?

Salaries for IT Security Analyst level roles vary by specialization: IT Security Director: $185,108; Data Security Analyst IV: $139,883; IT Security Engineer: $120,358; Data Security Analyst III: $119,693; Senior It Security Analyst: $119,399.

IT Security Analyst Salary in Delaware

How much does an IT Security Analyst make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an IT Security Analyst in Delaware is $78,703 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,491
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,574 to $86,444
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,993

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IT Security Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,444	$7,204	$1,662	$42
Average	$78,703	$6,559	$1,514	$38
25th Percentile	$72,574	$6,048	$1,396	$35

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Key Factors That Influence IT Security Analyst Salaries

An IT Security Analyst'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 IT Security Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IT Security Analyst'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): $78,134
Early Career (1-2 years): $91,898
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,755
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,954
Expert (over 8 years): $162,136

Levels	Salary
IT Securi... Level IT Security Analyst	$78,134
Informati... Level IT Security Analyst	$91,898
Informati... Level IT Security Analyst	$119,755
Informati... Level IT Security Analyst	$139,954
Informati... Level IT Security Analyst	$162,136

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How Do IT Security Analyst 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 IT Security Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $86,047.
California: $85,721.
Massachusetts: $84,578.

District of Columbia $86,047 California $85,721 Massachusetts $84,578 Washington $84,267 New Jersey $84,236 Alaska $84,127 Connecticut $83,055 New York $82,620

Hawaii $81,229 Rhode Island $80,576 Maryland $80,133 Minnesota $79,527 Colorado $79,293 Illinois $79,216 Oregon $78,920 Delaware $78,703

New Hampshire $78,566 Virginia $78,260 Pennsylvania $77,366 Nevada $76,915 North Dakota $76,768 Michigan $76,535 Wisconsin $76,449 Vermont $76,278

Texas $75,804 Maine $75,773 Arizona $75,726 Ohio $75,672 Georgia $74,957 Indiana $74,599 Wyoming $74,529 Utah $74,421

Iowa $74,374 Kansas $74,001 Louisiana $73,892 North Carolina $73,853 Missouri $73,838 Florida $73,535 Montana $73,371 Nebraska $73,216

Kentucky $73,131 South Carolina $72,820 Tennessee $72,625 Idaho $72,548 New Mexico $71,980 Oklahoma $71,856 Alabama $71,398 South Dakota $70,628

Arkansas $70,208 West Virginia $69,983 Mississippi $69,307

Top Paying Cities for IT Security Analysts

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: $78,348
Little Creek: $78,922
Magnolia: $78,808

Lincoln, DE $78,348 Little Creek, DE $78,922 Magnolia, DE $78,808 Milford, DE $78,547 Marydel, DE $78,676 Millsboro, DE $78,020 Millville, DE $78,140 Milton, DE $78,275

Nassau, DE $78,332 Ocean View, DE $78,127 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,277 Seaford, DE $78,321 Selbyville, DE $77,997 Smyrna, DE $78,976 Viola, DE $78,613 Woodside, DE $78,824

Bear, DE $78,642 Newark, DE $78,613 Claymont, DE $78,774 Delaware City, DE $78,691 Hockessin, DE $78,606 Kirkwood, DE $78,676 Middletown, DE $78,707 Montchanin, DE $78,624

New Castle, DE $78,635 Odessa, DE $78,746 Port Penn, DE $78,798 Rockland, DE $78,631 Saint Georges, DE $78,682 Townsend, DE $78,803 Winterthur, DE $78,641 Lewes, DE $78,306

Wilmington, DE $78,610 Dover, DE $78,922 Dover Afb, DE $78,506 Bethany Beach, DE $78,045 Bethel, DE $78,125 Bridgeville, DE $78,310 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,700 Cheswold, DE $78,896

Clayton, DE $78,899 Dagsboro, DE $77,990 Delmar, DE $77,865 Ellendale, DE $78,101 Felton, DE $78,541 Fenwick Island, DE $78,007 Frankford, DE $77,871 Frederica, DE $78,619

Georgetown, DE $77,961 Greenwood, DE $78,322 Harbeson, DE $78,044 Harrington, DE $78,442 Hartly, DE $78,686 Houston, DE $78,330 Kenton, DE $78,903 Laurel, DE $77,914

Yorklyn, DE $78,629

IT Security Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an IT Security Analyst'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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$72,574

Average $78,703/year

$86,444

$6,048

Average $6,559/month

$7,204

$1,396

Average $1,514/week

$1,662

$35

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,444	$7,204	$1,662	$42
Average	$78,703	$6,559	$1,514	$38
25th Percentile	$72,574	$6,048	$1,396	$35

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