Network & Information Security Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Network & Information Security Engineer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network & Information Security Engineer in the United States is $93,077 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,833
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,197 to $95,043
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $81,844
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Network & Information Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $95,043 $7,920 $1,828 $46
Average $93,077 $7,756 $1,790 $45
25th Percentile $87,197 $7,266 $1,677 $42
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Key Factors That Influence Network & Information Security Engineer Salaries

A Network & Information 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 Network & Information Security Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network & Information 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): $90,864
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $91,052
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,077
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $93,886
  • Expert (over 8 years): $93,944
Levels Salary
Entry Level Network & Information Security Engineer$90,864
Intermediate Level Network & Information Security Engineer$91,052
Senior Level Network & Information Security Engineer$93,077
Specialist Level Network & Information Security Engineer$93,886
Expert Level Network & Information Security Engineer$93,944
$90,864 0 yr
$91,052 < 2 yrs
$93,077 2-4 yrs
$93,886 5-8 yrs
$93,944 > 8 yrs
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How Do Network & Information 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 Network & Information Security Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $103,055.
  • California: $102,664.
  • Massachusetts: $101,296.

Top Paying Cities for Network & Information 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:

  • San Jose: $117,398
  • San Francisco: $116,244
  • Oakland: $113,666

What Skills Can Increase a Network & Information Security Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 12.93% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.78% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Operating System (Mentioned in 1.49% Job Postings): Maintaining software that runs on a computer that serves as an interface between computer hardware components and the user.
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Analysis 12.93%
Microsoft Office 1.78%
Operating System 1.49%
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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 Network & Information Security Engineer's salary.
  • System Requirements: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Java: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Agile: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
System Requirements
 $106,108
14%
Java
 $105,177
13%
Agile
 $103,315
11%
Software Development
 $103,315
11%
Business Requirements
 $102,385
10%
Test Plans
 $102,385
10%
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Network & Information Security Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network & Information 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.

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$87,197
Average $93,077/year
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$7,266
Average $7,756/month
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$1,677
Average $1,790/week
$1,828
$42
Average $45/hour
$46
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $95,043 $7,920 $1,828 $46
Average $93,077 $7,756 $1,790 $45
25th Percentile $87,197 $7,266 $1,677 $42

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Salary Trends for Network & Information Security Engineer

Salaries for a Network & Information Security Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $91,641 in 2023 to around $88,834 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Network & Information Security Engineer salary trends, .

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