Cyber Security Instructor Salary in the United States

How much does a Cyber Security Instructor make in the United States?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Security Instructor in the United States is $133,175 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $150,539
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,785 to $142,264
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,146
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Cyber Security Instructor Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $142,264 $11,855 $2,736 $68
Average $133,175 $11,098 $2,561 $64
25th Percentile $124,785 $10,399 $2,400 $60
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Key Factors That Influence Cyber Security Instructor Salaries

A Cyber Security Instructor'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 Cyber Security Instructor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cyber Security Instructor'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): $107,976
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $133,758
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $154,423
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $182,008
  • Expert (over 8 years): $212,734
Levels Salary
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Instructor$107,976
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Instructor$133,758
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Instructor$154,423
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Instructor$182,008
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Instructor$212,734
$107,976 0 yr
$133,758 < 2 yrs
$154,423 2-4 yrs
$182,008 5-8 yrs
$212,734 > 8 yrs
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How Do Cyber Security Instructor 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 Cyber Security Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $147,451.
  • California: $146,892.
  • Massachusetts: $144,934.

Top Paying Cities for Cyber Security Instructors

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: $167,974
  • San Francisco: $166,322
  • Oakland: $162,633

What Skills Can Increase a Cyber Security Instructor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 4.88% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Security Architecture (Mentioned in 2.07% Job Postings): Security architecture forms the foundation of a good cyber security strategy. It is a type of security design composed of multiple components, including the tools, processes, and technologies used to protect your business from external threats.
  • Application Security (Mentioned in 1.72% Job Postings): Application security is the process of developing, adding, and testing security features within applications to prevent security vulnerabilities against threats such as unauthorized access and modification.
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Analysis 4.88%
Security Architecture 2.07%
Application Security 1.72%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 Cyber Security Instructor's salary.
  • IT Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
IT Management
 $138,502
4%
Commitment
 $138,502
4%
Innovation
 $137,170
3%
Security Architecture
 $137,170
3%
Products and Services
 $137,170
3%
AWS
 $137,170
3%
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Cyber Security Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cyber Security Instructor'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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$124,785
Average $133,175/year
$142,264
$10,399
Average $11,098/month
$11,855
$2,400
Average $2,561/week
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Average $64/hour
$68
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $142,264 $11,855 $2,736 $68
Average $133,175 $11,098 $2,561 $64
25th Percentile $124,785 $10,399 $2,400 $60

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Salary Trends for Cyber Security Instructor

Salaries for a Cyber Security Instructor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $124,161 in 2023 to around $121,215 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Cyber Security Instructor salary trends, .

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