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: a Software Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $83,277, a Software Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $107,166, a Cyber Security Software Engineer (4-7 years)earns $131,247, a Software Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $151,854, a Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $174,551,

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 $142,642, California $142,101, Massachusetts $140,207. 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: $238,382; Senior Cyber Security Engineer: $212,529; Principal Cyber-security Engineer: $185,735; cyber software engineer: $162,497; Cyber Security Research Engineer: $144,513.

Cyber Security Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

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

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Security Software Engineer in Delaware is $130,467 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): $150,491
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $119,239 to $140,949
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,017

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Cyber Security Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,949	$11,746	$2,711	$68
Average	$130,467	$10,872	$2,509	$63
25th Percentile	$119,239	$9,937	$2,293	$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): $83,277
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,166
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $131,247
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $151,854
Expert (over 8 years): $174,551

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$83,277
Software ... Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$107,166
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$131,247
Software ... Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$151,854
Software ... Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$174,551

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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: $142,642.
California: $142,101.
Massachusetts: $140,207.

District of Columbia $142,642 California $142,101 Massachusetts $140,207 Washington $139,691 New Jersey $139,640 Alaska $139,460 Connecticut $137,682 New York $136,960

Hawaii $134,654 Rhode Island $133,572 Maryland $132,838 Minnesota $131,833 Colorado $131,446 Illinois $131,317 Oregon $130,828 Delaware $130,467

New Hampshire $130,240 Virginia $129,733 Pennsylvania $128,251 Nevada $127,504 North Dakota $127,259 Michigan $126,873 Wisconsin $126,731 Vermont $126,448

Texas $125,662 Maine $125,610 Arizona $125,533 Ohio $125,443 Georgia $124,257 Indiana $123,665 Wyoming $123,549 Utah $123,369

Iowa $123,291 Kansas $122,673 Louisiana $122,493 North Carolina $122,428 Missouri $122,402 Florida $121,900 Montana $121,629 Nebraska $121,372

Kentucky $121,230 South Carolina $120,715 Tennessee $120,393 Idaho $120,264 New Mexico $119,323 Oklahoma $119,117 Alabama $118,357 South Dakota $117,082

Arkansas $116,386 West Virginia $116,012 Mississippi $114,891

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: $135,028
Little Creek: $133,778
Magnolia: $134,332

Lincoln, DE $135,028 Little Creek, DE $133,778 Magnolia, DE $134,332 Milford, DE $135,028 Marydel, DE $133,276 Millsboro, DE $135,028 Millville, DE $135,930 Milton, DE $135,028

Nassau, DE $135,028 Ocean View, DE $135,930 Rehoboth Beach, DE $135,930 Seaford, DE $133,611 Selbyville, DE $135,930 Smyrna, DE $133,121 Viola, DE $134,332 Woodside, DE $133,946

Bear, DE $132,142 Newark, DE $132,193 Claymont, DE $132,297 Delaware City, DE $132,193 Hockessin, DE $132,297 Kirkwood, DE $132,193 Middletown, DE $132,851 Montchanin, DE $132,297

New Castle, DE $132,297 Odessa, DE $133,031 Port Penn, DE $131,833 Rockland, DE $132,297 Saint Georges, DE $132,193 Townsend, DE $132,838 Winterthur, DE $132,297 Lewes, DE $135,028

Wilmington, DE $132,297 Dover, DE $133,714 Dover Afb, DE $134,023 Bethany Beach, DE $135,930 Bethel, DE $133,611 Bridgeville, DE $135,028 Camden Wyoming, DE $133,855 Cheswold, DE $133,405

Clayton, DE $133,070 Dagsboro, DE $135,930 Delmar, DE $133,611 Ellendale, DE $135,028 Felton, DE $135,028 Fenwick Island, DE $135,930 Frankford, DE $135,930 Frederica, DE $135,028

Georgetown, DE $135,028 Greenwood, DE $135,028 Harbeson, DE $135,028 Harrington, DE $135,028 Hartly, DE $133,005 Houston, DE $135,028 Kenton, DE $133,070 Laurel, DE $133,611

Yorklyn, DE $132,297

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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$119,239

Average $130,467/year

$140,949

$9,937

Average $10,872/month

$11,746

$2,293

Average $2,509/week

$2,711

$57

Average $63/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,949	$11,746	$2,711	$68
Average	$130,467	$10,872	$2,509	$63
25th Percentile	$119,239	$9,937	$2,293	$57

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