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 $83,275, a Software Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $107,165, a Cyber Security Software Engineer (4-7 years)earns $131,243, a Software Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $151,847, a Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $174,549,

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 $142,633, California $142,092, Massachusetts $140,198. 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: $238,399; Senior Cyber Security Engineer: $212,522; Principal Cyber-security Engineer: $185,774; cyber software engineer: $162,503; Cyber Security Research Engineer: $144,509.

Cyber Security Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

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

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Security Software Engineer in Delaware is $130,459 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): $150,419
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $119,167 to $140,907
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,887

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Cyber Security Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,907	$11,742	$2,710	$68
Average	$130,459	$10,872	$2,509	$63
25th Percentile	$119,167	$9,931	$2,292	$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): $83,275
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,165
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $131,243
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $151,847
Expert (over 8 years): $174,549

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$83,275
Software ... Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$107,165
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$131,243
Software ... Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$151,847
Software ... Level Cyber Security Software Engineer	$174,549

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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: $142,633.
California: $142,092.
Massachusetts: $140,198.

District of Columbia $142,633 California $142,092 Massachusetts $140,198 Washington $139,683 New Jersey $139,631 Alaska $139,451 Connecticut $137,673 New York $136,952

Hawaii $134,646 Rhode Island $133,564 Maryland $132,829 Minnesota $131,825 Colorado $131,438 Illinois $131,309 Oregon $130,820 Delaware $130,459

New Hampshire $130,232 Virginia $129,725 Pennsylvania $128,243 Nevada $127,496 North Dakota $127,251 Michigan $126,865 Wisconsin $126,723 Vermont $126,440

Texas $125,654 Maine $125,602 Arizona $125,525 Ohio $125,435 Georgia $124,250 Indiana $123,657 Wyoming $123,541 Utah $123,361

Iowa $123,284 Kansas $122,665 Louisiana $122,485 North Carolina $122,420 Missouri $122,395 Florida $121,892 Montana $121,622 Nebraska $121,364

Kentucky $121,222 South Carolina $120,707 Tennessee $120,385 Idaho $120,256 New Mexico $119,316 Oklahoma $119,110 Alabama $118,350 South Dakota $117,074

Arkansas $116,379 West Virginia $116,005 Mississippi $114,884

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: $129,872
Little Creek: $130,822
Magnolia: $130,634

Lincoln, DE $129,872 Little Creek, DE $130,822 Magnolia, DE $130,634 Milford, DE $130,201 Marydel, DE $130,415 Millsboro, DE $129,327 Millville, DE $129,526 Milton, DE $129,751

Nassau, DE $129,845 Ocean View, DE $129,504 Rehoboth Beach, DE $129,753 Seaford, DE $129,827 Selbyville, DE $129,289 Smyrna, DE $130,913 Viola, DE $130,310 Woodside, DE $130,660

Bear, DE $130,359 Newark, DE $130,310 Claymont, DE $130,576 Delaware City, DE $130,440 Hockessin, DE $130,298 Kirkwood, DE $130,415 Middletown, DE $130,465 Montchanin, DE $130,328

New Castle, DE $130,347 Odessa, DE $130,530 Port Penn, DE $130,618 Rockland, DE $130,341 Saint Georges, DE $130,424 Townsend, DE $130,625 Winterthur, DE $130,356 Lewes, DE $129,801

Wilmington, DE $130,304 Dover, DE $130,822 Dover Afb, DE $130,133 Bethany Beach, DE $129,368 Bethel, DE $129,502 Bridgeville, DE $129,807 Camden Wyoming, DE $130,454 Cheswold, DE $130,780

Clayton, DE $130,784 Dagsboro, DE $129,278 Delmar, DE $129,070 Ellendale, DE $129,462 Felton, DE $130,191 Fenwick Island, DE $129,306 Frankford, DE $129,081 Frederica, DE $130,320

Georgetown, DE $129,229 Greenwood, DE $129,828 Harbeson, DE $129,367 Harrington, DE $130,026 Hartly, DE $130,431 Houston, DE $129,841 Kenton, DE $130,790 Laurel, DE $129,151

Yorklyn, DE $130,337

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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$119,167

Average $130,459/year

$140,907

$9,931

Average $10,872/month

$11,742

$2,292

Average $2,509/week

$2,710

$57

Average $63/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,907	$11,742	$2,710	$68
Average	$130,459	$10,872	$2,509	$63
25th Percentile	$119,167	$9,931	$2,292	$57

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