What are the main factors that influence a Cyber Security Officer's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Cyber Security Officer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Cyber Security Officer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cyber Security Officer's salary?

A Cyber Security Officer's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Security Officer (0-1 years)earns $36,424, a Contact Center Representative II - Inbound (1-3 years)earns $40,497, a Contact Center Representative III - Inbound (3-5 years)earns $49,482, a Contact Center Representative IV - Inbound (5-7 years)earns $55,880, an Inbound Contact Center Supervisor (7+ years)earns $62,001,

What are the highest paying states for a Cyber Security Officer?

Cyber Security Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cyber Security Officer roles are District of Columbia $39,641, California $39,490, Massachusetts $38,964. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cyber Security Officer roles make?

Salaries for Cyber Security Officer level roles vary by specialization: Chief Data and Cyber Security Officer: $385,600; Chief IS and Cyber Security Officer: $385,532; SVP of Data and Cyber Security: $308,800; SVP of IS and Cyber Security: $308,705; VP of IS and Cyber Security: $253,143.

Cyber Security Officer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cyber Security Officer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Security Officer in Delaware is $36,257 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $41,379
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,851 to $38,938
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,660

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Cyber Security Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,938	$3,245	$749	$19
Average	$36,257	$3,021	$697	$17
25th Percentile	$33,851	$2,821	$651	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Cyber Security Officer Salaries

A Cyber Security Officer'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 Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cyber Security Officer'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): $36,424
Early Career (1-2 years): $40,497
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $49,482
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,880
Expert (over 8 years): $62,001

Levels	Salary
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Officer	$36,424
Contact C... Level Cyber Security Officer	$40,497
Contact C... Level Cyber Security Officer	$49,482
Contact C... Level Cyber Security Officer	$55,880
Inbound C... Level Cyber Security Officer	$62,001

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How Do Cyber Security Officer 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 Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $39,641.
California: $39,490.
Massachusetts: $38,964.

District of Columbia $39,641 California $39,490 Massachusetts $38,964 Washington $38,821 New Jersey $38,806 Alaska $38,756 Connecticut $38,262 New York $38,062

Hawaii $37,421 Rhode Island $37,120 Maryland $36,916 Minnesota $36,637 Colorado $36,529 Illinois $36,494 Oregon $36,358 Delaware $36,257

New Hampshire $36,194 Virginia $36,053 Pennsylvania $35,641 Nevada $35,434 North Dakota $35,366 Michigan $35,258 Wisconsin $35,219 Vermont $35,140

Texas $34,922 Maine $34,908 Arizona $34,886 Ohio $34,861 Georgia $34,532 Indiana $34,367 Wyoming $34,335 Utah $34,285

Iowa $34,263 Kansas $34,091 Louisiana $34,041 North Carolina $34,023 Missouri $34,016 Florida $33,876 Montana $33,801 Nebraska $33,730

Kentucky $33,690 South Carolina $33,547 Tennessee $33,458 Idaho $33,422 New Mexico $33,160 Oklahoma $33,103 Alabama $32,892 South Dakota $32,537

Arkansas $32,344 West Virginia $32,240 Mississippi $31,929

Top Paying Cities for Cyber Security Officers

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: $36,094
Little Creek: $36,358
Magnolia: $36,306

Lincoln, DE $36,094 Little Creek, DE $36,358 Magnolia, DE $36,306 Milford, DE $36,186 Marydel, DE $36,245 Millsboro, DE $35,943 Millville, DE $35,998 Milton, DE $36,060

Nassau, DE $36,087 Ocean View, DE $35,992 Rehoboth Beach, DE $36,061 Seaford, DE $36,082 Selbyville, DE $35,932 Smyrna, DE $36,383 Viola, DE $36,216 Woodside, DE $36,313

Bear, DE $36,229 Newark, DE $36,216 Claymont, DE $36,290 Delaware City, DE $36,252 Hockessin, DE $36,213 Kirkwood, DE $36,245 Middletown, DE $36,259 Montchanin, DE $36,221

New Castle, DE $36,226 Odessa, DE $36,277 Port Penn, DE $36,301 Rockland, DE $36,224 Saint Georges, DE $36,248 Townsend, DE $36,303 Winterthur, DE $36,229 Lewes, DE $36,074

Wilmington, DE $36,214 Dover, DE $36,358 Dover Afb, DE $36,167 Bethany Beach, DE $35,954 Bethel, DE $35,991 Bridgeville, DE $36,076 Camden Wyoming, DE $36,256 Cheswold, DE $36,346

Clayton, DE $36,348 Dagsboro, DE $35,929 Delmar, DE $35,871 Ellendale, DE $35,980 Felton, DE $36,183 Fenwick Island, DE $35,937 Frankford, DE $35,874 Frederica, DE $36,219

Georgetown, DE $35,915 Greenwood, DE $36,082 Harbeson, DE $35,954 Harrington, DE $36,137 Hartly, DE $36,249 Houston, DE $36,085 Kenton, DE $36,349 Laurel, DE $35,894

Yorklyn, DE $36,223

Cyber Security Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cyber Security Officer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Cyber Security Officer positions in Biotechnology or Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cyber Security Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cyber Security Officer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$43,509	$21.0	20%
Business Services	$41,696	$20.0	15%
Construction	$40,608	$20.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$39,883	$19.0	10%
Healthcare	$39,158	$19.0	8%

Cyber Security Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cyber Security Officer'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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$33,851

Average $36,257/year

$38,938

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Average $3,021/month

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Average $697/week

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,938	$3,245	$749	$19
Average	$36,257	$3,021	$697	$17
25th Percentile	$33,851	$2,821	$651	$16

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