What are the main factors that influence a Principal Cyber-security Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Principal Cyber-security Engineer's salary?

A Principal Cyber-security Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Security Architect II (4-7 years)earns $137,746, a Cyber Security Architect III (7+ years)earns $159,037, a Principal Cyber-security Engineer (7-10 years)earns $187,444, a Cyber Security Architect V (10-12 years)earns $219,089, a Cyber Security Architecture Supervisor (12+ years)earns $135,536,

What are the highest paying states for a Principal Cyber-security Engineer?

Principal Cyber-security Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Principal Cyber-security Engineer roles are District of Columbia $205,646, California $204,866, Massachusetts $202,135. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Principal Cyber-security Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Principal Cyber-security Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Principal Data Engineer: $171,146; Principal Database Engineer: $169,194; Principal Electronics Engineer: $167,288; Principal Engineer I: $165,733; Principal Algorithm Engineer: $158,400.

Principal Cyber-security Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Principal Cyber-security Engineer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Principal Cyber-security Engineer in Delaware is $188,094 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $90.

However, a Principal Cyber-security Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $204,982
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $178,613 to $196,934
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $169,981

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Principal Cyber-security Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$196,934	$16,411	$3,787	$95
Average	$188,094	$15,674	$3,617	$90
25th Percentile	$178,613	$14,884	$3,435	$86

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Key Factors That Influence Principal Cyber-security Engineer Salaries

A Principal Cyber-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 Principal Cyber-security Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Principal Cyber-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): $137,746
Early Career (1-2 years): $159,037
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $187,444
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $219,089
Expert (over 8 years): $135,536

Levels	Salary
Cyber Sec... Level Principal Cyber-security Engineer	$137,746
Cyber Sec... Level Principal Cyber-security Engineer	$159,037
Principal... Level Principal Cyber-security Engineer	$187,444
Cyber Sec... Level Principal Cyber-security Engineer	$219,089
Cyber Sec... Level Principal Cyber-security Engineer	$135,536

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How Do Principal Cyber-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 Principal Cyber-security Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $205,646.
California: $204,866.
Massachusetts: $202,135.

District of Columbia $205,646 California $204,866 Massachusetts $202,135 Washington $201,392 New Jersey $201,318 Alaska $201,058 Connecticut $198,495 New York $197,455

Hawaii $194,130 Rhode Island $192,570 Maryland $191,511 Minnesota $190,063 Colorado $189,505 Illinois $189,320 Oregon $188,614 Delaware $188,094

New Hampshire $187,767 Virginia $187,035 Pennsylvania $184,899 Nevada $183,822 North Dakota $183,469 Michigan $182,912 Wisconsin $182,708 Vermont $182,299

Texas $181,166 Maine $181,092 Arizona $180,980 Ohio $180,850 Georgia $179,141 Indiana $178,287 Wyoming $178,120 Utah $177,860

Iowa $177,748 Kansas $176,857 Louisiana $176,597 North Carolina $176,504 Missouri $176,467 Florida $175,742 Montana $175,352 Nebraska $174,981

Kentucky $174,777 South Carolina $174,034 Tennessee $173,569 Idaho $173,384 New Mexico $172,028 Oklahoma $171,731 Alabama $170,635 South Dakota $168,796

Arkansas $167,793 West Virginia $167,254 Mississippi $165,638

Top Paying Cities for Principal Cyber-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:

Lincoln: $194,669
Little Creek: $192,867
Magnolia: $193,666

Lincoln, DE $194,669 Little Creek, DE $192,867 Magnolia, DE $193,666 Milford, DE $194,669 Marydel, DE $192,143 Millsboro, DE $194,669 Millville, DE $195,969 Milton, DE $194,669

Nassau, DE $194,669 Ocean View, DE $195,969 Rehoboth Beach, DE $195,969 Seaford, DE $192,626 Selbyville, DE $195,969 Smyrna, DE $191,920 Viola, DE $193,666 Woodside, DE $193,109

Bear, DE $190,508 Newark, DE $190,583 Claymont, DE $190,731 Delaware City, DE $190,583 Hockessin, DE $190,731 Kirkwood, DE $190,583 Middletown, DE $191,530 Montchanin, DE $190,731

New Castle, DE $190,731 Odessa, DE $191,790 Port Penn, DE $190,063 Rockland, DE $190,731 Saint Georges, DE $190,583 Townsend, DE $191,511 Winterthur, DE $190,731 Lewes, DE $194,669

Wilmington, DE $190,731 Dover, DE $192,774 Dover Afb, DE $193,220 Bethany Beach, DE $195,969 Bethel, DE $192,626 Bridgeville, DE $194,669 Camden Wyoming, DE $192,979 Cheswold, DE $192,329

Clayton, DE $191,846 Dagsboro, DE $195,969 Delmar, DE $192,626 Ellendale, DE $194,669 Felton, DE $194,669 Fenwick Island, DE $195,969 Frankford, DE $195,969 Frederica, DE $194,669

Georgetown, DE $194,669 Greenwood, DE $194,669 Harbeson, DE $194,669 Harrington, DE $194,669 Hartly, DE $191,753 Houston, DE $194,669 Kenton, DE $191,846 Laurel, DE $192,626

Yorklyn, DE $190,731

Principal Cyber-security Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Principal Cyber-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 March 01, 2026

$178,613

Average $188,094/year

$196,934

$14,884

Average $15,674/month

$16,411

$3,435

Average $3,617/week

$3,787

$86

Average $90/hour

$95

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$196,934	$16,411	$3,787	$95
Average	$188,094	$15,674	$3,617	$90
25th Percentile	$178,613	$14,884	$3,435	$86

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