Data Loss Prevention Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Data Loss Prevention Specialist make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Loss Prevention Specialist in the United States is $54,156 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Data Loss Prevention Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,376
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,911 to $62,122
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,315
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Data Loss Prevention Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $62,122 $5,177 $1,195 $30
Average $54,156 $4,513 $1,041 $26
25th Percentile $46,911 $3,909 $902 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Data Loss Prevention Specialist Salaries

A Data Loss Prevention Specialist'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Data Loss Prevention Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Loss Prevention Specialist'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): $54,659
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $82,099
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,952
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $89,179
  • Expert (over 8 years): $127,278
Levels Salary
Data Loss... Level Data Loss Prevention Specialist$54,659
Retail Lo... Level Data Loss Prevention Specialist$82,099
Retail Lo... Level Data Loss Prevention Specialist$66,952
Retail Lo... Level Data Loss Prevention Specialist$89,179
Retail Lo... Level Data Loss Prevention Specialist$127,278
$54,659 0 yr
$82,099 < 2 yrs
$66,952 2-4 yrs
$89,179 5-8 yrs
$127,278 > 8 yrs
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How Do Data Loss Prevention Specialist 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 Data Loss Prevention Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $59,961.
  • California: $59,734.
  • Massachusetts: $58,938.

Top Paying Cities for Data Loss Prevention Specialists

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:

  • San Jose: $68,307
  • San Francisco: $67,559
  • Oakland: $66,135

What Skills Can Increase a Data Loss Prevention Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 4.16% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Inventory Control (Mentioned in 2.56% Job Postings): Inventory control or stock control can be broadly defined as "the activity of checking a shop’s stock." However, a more focused definition takes into account the more science-based, methodical practice of not only verifying a business' inventory but also focusing on the many related facets of inventory management (such as forecasting future demand) "within an organisation to meet the demand placed upon that business economically." Other facets of inventory control include supply chain management, production control, financial flexibility, and customer satisfaction. At the root of inventory control, however, is the inventory control problem, which involves determining when to order, how much to order, and the logistics (where) of those decisions. An extension of inventory control is the inventory control system. This may come in the form of a technological system and its programmed software used for managing various aspects of inventory problems , or it may refer to a methodology (which may include the use of technological barriers) for handling loss prevention in a business.
  • Loss Mitigation (Mentioned in 1.22% Job Postings): Loss mitigation is used to describe a third party helping a homeowner, a division within a bank that mitigates the loss of the bank, or a firm that handles the process of negotiation between a homeowner and the homeowner's lender. Loss mitigation works to negotiate mortgage terms for the homeowner that will prevent foreclosure. These new terms are typically obtained through loan modification, short sale negotiation, short refinance negotiation, deed in lieu of foreclosure, cash-for-keys negotiation, a partial claim loan, repayment plan, forbearance, or other loan work-out. All of the options serve the same purpose, to stabilize the risk of loss the lender (investor) is in danger of realizing../
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 4.16%
Inventory Control 2.56%
Loss Mitigation 1.22%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Data Loss Prevention Specialist's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Store Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
$63,362
17%
Commitment
$61,196
13%
Store Operations
$60,113
11%
Inventory Control
$59,030
9%
Auditing
$59,030
9%
Integrity
$58,488
8%
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Data Loss Prevention Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Loss Prevention Specialist 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 Hospitality & Leisure and MFG Nondurable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Data Loss Prevention Specialist positions in Business Services or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Loss Prevention Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Loss Prevention Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure$64,987$31.020%
MFG Nondurable$59,571$29.010%

How Education impacts a Data Loss Prevention Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Data Loss Prevention Specialists enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Data Loss Prevention Specialist with a Associate's Degree is between $56,787 and $59,423).

Data Loss Prevention Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Data Loss Prevention Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.4%
High School 26.2%
Associates 23.8%
Bachelors 47.6%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Data Loss Prevention Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Loss Prevention Specialist'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Data Loss Prevention Specialist

Salaries for a Data Loss Prevention Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $56,592 in 2023 to around $55,875 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Data Loss Prevention Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Data Loss Prevention Specialist Over Time

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$56,592
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$56,292
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FAQ about Data Loss Prevention Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Data Loss Prevention Specialist?

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Loss Prevention Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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