Manager, Information Security Risk Salary in the United States

How much does a Manager, Information Security Risk make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manager, Information Security Risk in the United States is $105,008 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $131,493
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,810 to $118,871
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,794
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Manager, Information Security Risk Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $118,871 $9,906 $2,286 $57
Average $105,008 $8,751 $2,019 $50
25th Percentile $91,810 $7,651 $1,766 $44
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Procter & Gamble - Cincinnati, OH

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Key Factors That Influence Manager, Information Security Risk Salaries

A Manager, Information Security Risk'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Manager, Information Security Risk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manager, Information Security Risk'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): $67,616
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $88,827
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,989
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,204
  • Expert (over 8 years): $166,758
Levels Salary
Security ... Level Manager, Information Security Risk$67,616
Security ... Level Manager, Information Security Risk$88,827
Manager, ... Level Manager, Information Security Risk$103,989
Security ... Level Manager, Information Security Risk$149,204
Security ... Level Manager, Information Security Risk$166,758
$67,616 0 yr
$88,827 < 2 yrs
$103,989 2-4 yrs
$149,204 5-8 yrs
$166,758 > 8 yrs
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How Do Manager, Information Security Risk 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 Manager, Information Security Risks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $116,265.
  • California: $115,824.
  • Massachusetts: $114,280.

Top Paying Cities for Manager, Information Security Risks

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:

  • San Jose: $132,447
  • San Francisco: $130,996
  • Oakland: $128,236

What Skills Can Increase a Manager, Information Security Risk's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Scheduling (Mentioned in 8.3% Job Postings): Scheduling is the process of arranging, controlling and optimizing work and workloads in a production process or manufacturing process.
  • Incident Response (Mentioned in 2.5% Job Postings): Incident response (IR) is a set of information security policies and procedures that you can use to identify, contain, and eliminate cyberattacks.
  • Security Management (Mentioned in 1.63% Job Postings): Security management is the identification of an organization's assets (including people, buildings, machines, systems and information assets), followed by the development, documentation, and implementation of policies and procedures for protecting these assets. An organisation uses such security management procedures as asset and information classification, threat assessment, risk assessment, and risk analysis to identify threats, categorise assets, and rate system vulnerabilities so that they can implement effective controls.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Scheduling 8.3%
Incident Response 2.5%
Security Management 1.63%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Manager, Information Security Risk's salary.
  • SIEM: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Client Service: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Incident Response: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
SIEM
 $116,559
11%
Client Service
 $112,359
7%
Incident Response
 $111,308
6%
Billing
 $111,308
6%
Alignment
 $110,258
5%
Cybersecurity
 $110,258
5%
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Manager, Information Security Risk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manager, Information Security Risk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 115% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 75% above the average. In contrast, Manager, Information Security Risk positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Internet typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manager, Information Security Risk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Manager, Information Security Risk

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$183,764$88.075%
Financial Services$168,013$81.060%
Biotechnology$152,262$73.045%
Pharmaceuticals$147,011$71.040%
Aerospace & Defense$136,510$66.030%

How Education impacts a Manager, Information Security Risk's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Manager, Information Security Risks enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Manager, Information Security Risk with a Bachelor's Degree is between $106,585 and $116,218).

Manager, Information Security Risk Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Manager, Information Security Risk
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.3%
High School 26.9%
Associates 19.3%
Bachelors 32.7%
Masters 19.0%
Doctorate 0.9%
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Manager, Information Security Risk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manager, Information Security Risk'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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$91,810
Average $105,008/year
$118,871
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Average $8,751/month
$9,906
$1,766
Average $2,019/week
$2,286
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Average $50/hour
$57
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $118,871 $9,906 $2,286 $57
Average $105,008 $8,751 $2,019 $50
25th Percentile $91,810 $7,651 $1,766 $44

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Salary Trends for Manager, Information Security Risk

Salaries for a Manager, Information Security Risk can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $91,702 in 2023 to around $92,462 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Manager, Information Security Risk salary trends, .

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