What are the main factors that influence a Cyber Systems Engineer'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 Systems Engineer?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Cyber Systems Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cyber Systems Engineer's salary?

A Cyber Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Fraud Investigation Officer IV (7+ years)earns $121,712, a Fraud Investigation Officer V (7-10 years)earns $132,399, a Cyber Systems Engineer (10+ years)earns $109,401, a Fraud Investigation Manager (10+ years)earns $137,114, a Fraud Investigation Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $152,626,

What are the highest paying states for a Cyber Systems Engineer?

Cyber Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cyber Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $119,141, California $118,689, Massachusetts $117,108. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cyber Systems Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Cyber Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: VP of Cyber Security Systems Design: $238,500; Cyber Security Systems Design Senior Manager: $191,200; cyber software engineer: $162,510; Cyber Security Engineer: $136,840; Cyber Security Systems Designer II: $133,600.

Cyber Systems Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cyber Systems Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cyber Systems Engineer in Delaware is $108,973 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,080
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,805 to $115,834
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,190

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Cyber Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,834	$9,653	$2,228	$56
Average	$108,973	$9,081	$2,096	$52
25th Percentile	$102,805	$8,567	$1,977	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Cyber Systems Engineer Salaries

A Cyber Systems 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 Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cyber Systems 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): $121,712
Early Career (1-2 years): $132,399
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,401
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,114
Expert (over 8 years): $152,626

Levels	Salary
Fraud Inv... Level Cyber Systems Engineer	$121,712
Fraud Inv... Level Cyber Systems Engineer	$132,399
Cyber Sys... Level Cyber Systems Engineer	$109,401
Fraud Inv... Level Cyber Systems Engineer	$137,114
Fraud Inv... Level Cyber Systems Engineer	$152,626

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

District of Columbia: $119,141.
California: $118,689.
Massachusetts: $117,108.

District of Columbia $119,141 California $118,689 Massachusetts $117,108 Washington $116,677 New Jersey $116,634 Alaska $116,483 Connecticut $114,999 New York $114,396

Hawaii $112,470 Rhode Island $111,566 Maryland $110,953 Minnesota $110,113 Colorado $109,790 Illinois $109,683 Oregon $109,274 Delaware $108,973

New Hampshire $108,783 Virginia $108,359 Pennsylvania $107,122 Nevada $106,498 North Dakota $106,293 Michigan $105,970 Wisconsin $105,852 Vermont $105,615

Texas $104,959 Maine $104,916 Arizona $104,851 Ohio $104,776 Georgia $103,786 Indiana $103,291 Wyoming $103,194 Utah $103,044

Iowa $102,979 Kansas $102,462 Louisiana $102,312 North Carolina $102,258 Missouri $102,236 Florida $101,817 Montana $101,591 Nebraska $101,376

Kentucky $101,257 South Carolina $100,827 Tennessee $100,558 Idaho $100,450 New Mexico $99,665 Oklahoma $99,493 Alabama $98,858 South Dakota $97,792

Arkansas $97,211 West Virginia $96,899 Mississippi $95,963

Top Paying Cities for Cyber Systems 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: $108,482
Little Creek: $109,276
Magnolia: $109,119

Lincoln, DE $108,482 Little Creek, DE $109,276 Magnolia, DE $109,119 Milford, DE $108,757 Marydel, DE $108,936 Millsboro, DE $108,027 Millville, DE $108,194 Milton, DE $108,381

Nassau, DE $108,459 Ocean View, DE $108,175 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,383 Seaford, DE $108,444 Selbyville, DE $107,996 Smyrna, DE $109,351 Viola, DE $108,848 Woodside, DE $109,140

Bear, DE $108,889 Newark, DE $108,848 Claymont, DE $109,071 Delaware City, DE $108,956 Hockessin, DE $108,838 Kirkwood, DE $108,936 Middletown, DE $108,978 Montchanin, DE $108,863

New Castle, DE $108,879 Odessa, DE $109,032 Port Penn, DE $109,105 Rockland, DE $108,874 Saint Georges, DE $108,944 Townsend, DE $109,111 Winterthur, DE $108,887 Lewes, DE $108,423

Wilmington, DE $108,843 Dover, DE $109,276 Dover Afb, DE $108,700 Bethany Beach, DE $108,061 Bethel, DE $108,173 Bridgeville, DE $108,428 Camden Wyoming, DE $108,968 Cheswold, DE $109,241

Clayton, DE $109,244 Dagsboro, DE $107,986 Delmar, DE $107,813 Ellendale, DE $108,140 Felton, DE $108,749 Fenwick Island, DE $108,010 Frankford, DE $107,821 Frederica, DE $108,856

Georgetown, DE $107,945 Greenwood, DE $108,445 Harbeson, DE $108,060 Harrington, DE $108,611 Hartly, DE $108,949 Houston, DE $108,456 Kenton, DE $109,249 Laurel, DE $107,880

Yorklyn, DE $108,870

Cyber Systems Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cyber Systems Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Cyber Systems Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cyber Systems Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cyber Systems Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$130,767	$63.0	20%
Software & Networking	$130,767	$63.0	20%
Financial Services	$125,318	$60.0	15%
Construction	$119,870	$58.0	10%
Internet	$119,870	$58.0	10%

Cyber Systems Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cyber Systems 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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$102,805

Average $108,973/year

$115,834

$8,567

Average $9,081/month

$9,653

$1,977

Average $2,096/week

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$49

Average $52/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,834	$9,653	$2,228	$56
Average	$108,973	$9,081	$2,096	$52
25th Percentile	$102,805	$8,567	$1,977	$49

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