Computer Systems Validation Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Computer Systems Validation Specialist make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Systems Validation Specialist in the United States is $142,521 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

However, a Computer Systems Validation Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $159,795
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,522 to $151,563
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,329
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Computer Systems Validation Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $151,563 $12,630 $2,915 $73
Average $142,521 $11,877 $2,741 $69
25th Percentile $133,522 $11,127 $2,568 $64
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Key Factors That Influence Computer Systems Validation Specialist Salaries

A Computer Systems Validation Specialist'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 Computer Systems Validation Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Systems Validation Specialist'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): $138,772
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $139,397
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $140,022
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,271
  • Expert (over 8 years): $147,064
Levels Salary
Entry Level Computer Systems Validation Specialist$138,772
Intermediate Level Computer Systems Validation Specialist$139,397
Senior Level Computer Systems Validation Specialist$140,022
Specialist Level Computer Systems Validation Specialist$142,271
Expert Level Computer Systems Validation Specialist$147,064
$138,772 0 yr
$139,397 < 2 yrs
$140,022 2-4 yrs
$142,271 5-8 yrs
$147,064 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Computer Systems Validation Specialists

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: $179,762
  • San Francisco: $177,994
  • Oakland: $174,047

What Skills Can Increase a Computer Systems Validation Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 8.39% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Active Directory (Mentioned in 2.19% Job Postings): Active Directory (AD) is Microsoft's proprietary directory service. It runs on Windows Server and enables administrators to manage permissions and access to network resources.
  • Installation (Mentioned in 1.83% Job Postings): The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed. the act of installing the state of being installed, something that is installed for use.
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Analysis 8.39%
Active Directory 2.19%
Installation 1.83%
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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 Computer Systems Validation Specialist's salary.
  • Program Management: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Systems Architecture: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Open Source: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Program Management
 $151,072
6%
Systems Architecture
 $148,222
4%
Open Source
 $148,222
4%
PowerShell
 $148,222
4%
System Integration
 $146,797
3%
Collaboration
 $146,797
3%
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How Education impacts a Computer Systems Validation Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Computer Systems Validation Specialists enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Computer Systems Validation Specialist with a No Diploma is between $128,486 and $135,913).

Computer Systems Validation Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Computer Systems Validation Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.1%
High School 16.3%
Associates 6.1%
Bachelors 55.1%
Masters 16.3%
Doctorate 2.0%
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Computer Systems Validation Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer Systems Validation Specialist'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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$133,522
Average $142,521/year
$151,563
$11,127
Average $11,877/month
$12,630
$2,568
Average $2,741/week
$2,915
$64
Average $69/hour
$73
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $151,563 $12,630 $2,915 $73
Average $142,521 $11,877 $2,741 $69
25th Percentile $133,522 $11,127 $2,568 $64

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Salary Trends for Computer Systems Validation Specialist

Salaries for a Computer Systems Validation Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $135,457 in 2023 to around $135,206 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Computer Systems Validation Specialist salary trends, .

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