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

A Cyber Security Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $126,604 for beginners, reaching about $128,927 at mid-level, and approach $137,663 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Cyber Security Software Engineer?

Cyber Security Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cyber Security Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $142,651, California $142,109, Massachusetts $140,215. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cyber Security Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Cyber Security Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: VP of Cyber Security Architecture: $238,365; Senior Cyber Security Engineer: $212,530; Principal Cyber-security Engineer: $185,670; cyber software engineer: $162,489; Cyber Security Research Engineer: $144,510.

Cyber Security Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cyber Security Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Security Software Engineer in Delaware is $130,475 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $150,656
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $119,324 to $141,039
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,172

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Cyber Security Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,039	$11,753	$2,712	$68
Average	$130,475	$10,873	$2,509	$63
25th Percentile	$119,324	$9,944	$2,295	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Cyber Security Software Engineer Salaries

A Cyber Security Software 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 Cyber Security Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cyber Security Software 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): $126,604
Early Career (1-2 years): $127,378
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $128,927
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,625
Expert (over 8 years): $137,663

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$126,604
Intermediate Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$127,378
Senior Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$128,927
Specialist Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$134,625
Expert Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$137,663

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

District of Columbia: $142,651.
California: $142,109.
Massachusetts: $140,215.

District of Columbia $142,651 California $142,109 Massachusetts $140,215 Washington $139,700 New Jersey $139,649 Alaska $139,468 Connecticut $137,690 New York $136,969

Hawaii $134,663 Rhode Island $133,580 Maryland $132,846 Minnesota $131,841 Colorado $131,454 Illinois $131,326 Oregon $130,836 Delaware $130,475

New Hampshire $130,248 Virginia $129,741 Pennsylvania $128,259 Nevada $127,512 North Dakota $127,267 Michigan $126,881 Wisconsin $126,739 Vermont $126,455

Texas $125,670 Maine $125,618 Arizona $125,541 Ohio $125,451 Georgia $124,265 Indiana $123,673 Wyoming $123,557 Utah $123,376

Iowa $123,299 Kansas $122,680 Louisiana $122,500 North Carolina $122,436 Missouri $122,410 Florida $121,907 Montana $121,637 Nebraska $121,379

Kentucky $121,237 South Carolina $120,722 Tennessee $120,400 Idaho $120,271 New Mexico $119,331 Oklahoma $119,125 Alabama $118,364 South Dakota $117,089

Arkansas $116,393 West Virginia $116,020 Mississippi $114,899

Top Paying Cities for Cyber Security Software 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: $135,036
Little Creek: $133,786
Magnolia: $134,340

Lincoln, DE $135,036 Little Creek, DE $133,786 Magnolia, DE $134,340 Milford, DE $135,036 Marydel, DE $133,284 Millsboro, DE $135,036 Millville, DE $135,938 Milton, DE $135,036

Nassau, DE $135,036 Ocean View, DE $135,938 Rehoboth Beach, DE $135,938 Seaford, DE $133,619 Selbyville, DE $135,938 Smyrna, DE $133,129 Viola, DE $134,340 Woodside, DE $133,954

Bear, DE $132,150 Newark, DE $132,202 Claymont, DE $132,305 Delaware City, DE $132,202 Hockessin, DE $132,305 Kirkwood, DE $132,202 Middletown, DE $132,859 Montchanin, DE $132,305

New Castle, DE $132,305 Odessa, DE $133,039 Port Penn, DE $131,841 Rockland, DE $132,305 Saint Georges, DE $132,202 Townsend, DE $132,846 Winterthur, DE $132,305 Lewes, DE $135,036

Wilmington, DE $132,305 Dover, DE $133,722 Dover Afb, DE $134,031 Bethany Beach, DE $135,938 Bethel, DE $133,619 Bridgeville, DE $135,036 Camden Wyoming, DE $133,864 Cheswold, DE $133,413

Clayton, DE $133,078 Dagsboro, DE $135,938 Delmar, DE $133,619 Ellendale, DE $135,036 Felton, DE $135,036 Fenwick Island, DE $135,938 Frankford, DE $135,938 Frederica, DE $135,036

Georgetown, DE $135,036 Greenwood, DE $135,036 Harbeson, DE $135,036 Harrington, DE $135,036 Hartly, DE $133,013 Houston, DE $135,036 Kenton, DE $133,078 Laurel, DE $133,619

Yorklyn, DE $132,305

Cyber Security Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cyber Security Software 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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$119,324

Average $130,475/year

$141,039

$9,944

Average $10,873/month

$11,753

$2,295

Average $2,509/week

$2,712

$57

Average $63/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,039	$11,753	$2,712	$68
Average	$130,475	$10,873	$2,509	$63
25th Percentile	$119,324	$9,944	$2,295	$57

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