What are the main factors that influence a Manager, Security Engineering's salary?

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

How does experience change a Manager, Security Engineering's salary?

A Manager, Security Engineering's salary grows with experience: starting around $99,032 for beginners, reaching about $101,638 at mid-level, and approach $107,496 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Manager, Security Engineering?

Manager, Security Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Manager, Security Engineering roles are District of Columbia $114,863, California $114,427, Massachusetts $112,902. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Manager, Security Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Manager, Security Engineering level roles vary by specialization: DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.: $191,500; Network Engineering Senior Manager: $167,685; IT Security Architecture Manager: $164,690; Information Security Architecture Manager: $164,673; Cyber Security Architect Manager: $164,654.

Manager, Security Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Manager, Security Engineering make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manager, Security Engineering in Delaware is $105,060 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $131,441
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,816 to $118,869
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,759

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Manager, Security Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,869	$9,906	$2,286	$57
Average	$105,060	$8,755	$2,020	$51
25th Percentile	$91,816	$7,651	$1,766	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Manager, Security Engineering Salaries

A Manager, Security Engineering'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 Manager, Security Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manager, Security Engineering'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): $99,032
Early Career (1-2 years): $99,634
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $101,638
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $104,044
Expert (over 8 years): $107,496

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Manager, Security Engineering	$99,032
Intermediate Level Manager, Security Engineering	$99,634
Senior Level Manager, Security Engineering	$101,638
Specialist Level Manager, Security Engineering	$104,044
Expert Level Manager, Security Engineering	$107,496

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How Do Manager, Security Engineering 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, Security Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $114,863.
California: $114,427.
Massachusetts: $112,902.

District of Columbia $114,863 California $114,427 Massachusetts $112,902 Washington $112,487 New Jersey $112,446 Alaska $112,301 Connecticut $110,869 New York $110,288

Hawaii $108,431 Rhode Island $107,560 Maryland $106,968 Minnesota $106,159 Colorado $105,848 Illinois $105,744 Oregon $105,350 Delaware $105,060

New Hampshire $104,877 Virginia $104,468 Pennsylvania $103,275 Nevada $102,673 North Dakota $102,476 Michigan $102,165 Wisconsin $102,051 Vermont $101,823

Texas $101,190 Maine $101,148 Arizona $101,086 Ohio $101,014 Georgia $100,059 Indiana $99,582 Wyoming $99,489 Utah $99,343

Iowa $99,281 Kansas $98,783 Louisiana $98,638 North Carolina $98,586 Missouri $98,565 Florida $98,161 Montana $97,943 Nebraska $97,735

Kentucky $97,621 South Carolina $97,206 Tennessee $96,947 Idaho $96,843 New Mexico $96,086 Oklahoma $95,920 Alabama $95,308 South Dakota $94,281

Arkansas $93,721 West Virginia $93,420 Mississippi $92,517

Top Paying Cities for Manager, Security Engineerings

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: $108,732
Little Creek: $107,726
Magnolia: $108,172

Lincoln, DE $108,732 Little Creek, DE $107,726 Magnolia, DE $108,172 Milford, DE $108,732 Marydel, DE $107,321 Millsboro, DE $108,732 Millville, DE $109,458 Milton, DE $108,732

Nassau, DE $108,732 Ocean View, DE $109,458 Rehoboth Beach, DE $109,458 Seaford, DE $107,591 Selbyville, DE $109,458 Smyrna, DE $107,197 Viola, DE $108,172 Woodside, DE $107,861

Bear, DE $106,408 Newark, DE $106,450 Claymont, DE $106,533 Delaware City, DE $106,450 Hockessin, DE $106,533 Kirkwood, DE $106,450 Middletown, DE $106,979 Montchanin, DE $106,533

New Castle, DE $106,533 Odessa, DE $107,124 Port Penn, DE $106,159 Rockland, DE $106,533 Saint Georges, DE $106,450 Townsend, DE $106,968 Winterthur, DE $106,533 Lewes, DE $108,732

Wilmington, DE $106,533 Dover, DE $107,674 Dover Afb, DE $107,923 Bethany Beach, DE $109,458 Bethel, DE $107,591 Bridgeville, DE $108,732 Camden Wyoming, DE $107,788 Cheswold, DE $107,425

Clayton, DE $107,155 Dagsboro, DE $109,458 Delmar, DE $107,591 Ellendale, DE $108,732 Felton, DE $108,732 Fenwick Island, DE $109,458 Frankford, DE $109,458 Frederica, DE $108,732

Georgetown, DE $108,732 Greenwood, DE $108,732 Harbeson, DE $108,732 Harrington, DE $108,732 Hartly, DE $107,103 Houston, DE $108,732 Kenton, DE $107,155 Laurel, DE $107,591

Yorklyn, DE $106,533

Manager, Security Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manager, Security Engineering'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 January 01, 2026

$91,816

Average $105,060/year

$118,869

$7,651

Average $8,755/month

$9,906

$1,766

Average $2,020/week

$2,286

$44

Average $51/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,869	$9,906	$2,286	$57
Average	$105,060	$8,755	$2,020	$51
25th Percentile	$91,816	$7,651	$1,766	$44

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