Principal Cyber-security Engineer Salary in South Carolina

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Principal Cyber-security Engineer in South Carolina is $174,101 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $84.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $190,470
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $165,284 to $182,669
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $157,256
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Principal Cyber-security Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $182,669 $15,222 $3,513 $88
Average $174,101 $14,508 $3,348 $84
25th Percentile $165,284 $13,774 $3,179 $79
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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): $127,458
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $147,174
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $173,471
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $202,759
  • Expert (over 8 years): $125,365
Levels Salary
Cyber Sec... Level Principal Cyber-security Engineer$127,458
Cyber Sec... Level Principal Cyber-security Engineer$147,174
Principal... Level Principal Cyber-security Engineer$173,471
Cyber Sec... Level Principal Cyber-security Engineer$202,759
Cyber Sec... Level Principal Cyber-security Engineer$125,365
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$147,174 < 2 yrs
$173,471 2-4 yrs
$202,759 5-8 yrs
$125,365 > 8 yrs
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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:

  • Spartanburg: $173,469
  • Boiling Springs: $173,477
  • Arcadia: $173,469

Principal Cyber-security Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Principal Cyber-security Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 10% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 5% above the average. In contrast, Principal Cyber-security Engineer positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Principal Cyber-security Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Principal Cyber-security Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$182,806$88.05%
Business Services$182,806$88.05%
Construction$182,806$88.05%
Energy & Utilities$182,806$88.05%
Healthcare$182,806$88.05%

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.

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Last Updated on July 01, 2026
$165,284
Average $174,101/year
$182,669
$13,774
Average $14,508/month
$15,222
$3,179
Average $3,348/week
$3,513
$79
Average $84/hour
$88
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $182,669 $15,222 $3,513 $88
Average $174,101 $14,508 $3,348 $84
25th Percentile $165,284 $13,774 $3,179 $79

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