What are the main factors that influence an Enterprise Security Architect's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Enterprise Security Architect's salary?

An Enterprise Security Architect's salary grows with experience: an Enterprise Infrastructure Architect I (0-2 years)earns $85,158, an Enterprise Infrastructure Architect II (2-4 years)earns $108,063, an Enterprise Security Architect (4-7 years)earns $130,695, an Enterprise Infrastructure Architect IV (7+ years)earns $145,665, an Enterprise Infrastructure Architect V (7-10 years)earns $167,473,

What are the highest paying states for an Enterprise Security Architect?

Enterprise Security Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Enterprise Security Architect roles are District of Columbia $138,862, California $138,335, Massachusetts $136,491. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Enterprise Security Architect roles make?

Salaries for Enterprise Security Architect level roles vary by specialization: Director - Enterprise Architect: $204,773; Lead Enterprise Architect: $176,350; Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect: $166,100; Enterprise Infrastructure Architect V: $166,011; Enterprise Infrastructure Architect IV: $144,393.

Enterprise Security Architect Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Enterprise Security Architect make in Rhode Island?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Enterprise Security Architect in Rhode Island is $130,032 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

However, an Enterprise Security Architect's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $147,857
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $120,490 to $139,363
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,802

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Enterprise Security Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,363	$11,614	$2,680	$67
Average	$130,032	$10,836	$2,501	$63
25th Percentile	$120,490	$10,041	$2,317	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Enterprise Security Architect Salaries

An Enterprise Security Architect'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 Enterprise Security Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Enterprise Security Architect'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): $85,158
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,063
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,695
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,665
Expert (over 8 years): $167,473

Levels	Salary
Enterpris... Level Enterprise Security Architect	$85,158
Enterpris... Level Enterprise Security Architect	$108,063
Enterpris... Level Enterprise Security Architect	$130,695
Enterpris... Level Enterprise Security Architect	$145,665
Enterpris... Level Enterprise Security Architect	$167,473

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How Do Enterprise Security Architect 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 Enterprise Security Architects. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $138,862.
California: $138,335.
Massachusetts: $136,491.

District of Columbia $138,862 California $138,335 Massachusetts $136,491 Washington $135,990 New Jersey $135,939 Alaska $135,764 Connecticut $134,033 New York $133,331

Hawaii $131,086 Rhode Island $130,032 Maryland $129,317 Minnesota $128,339 Colorado $127,963 Illinois $127,838 Oregon $127,361 Delaware $127,010

New Hampshire $126,789 Virginia $126,295 Pennsylvania $124,853 Nevada $124,125 North Dakota $123,887 Michigan $123,511 Wisconsin $123,373 Vermont $123,097

Texas $122,332 Maine $122,282 Arizona $122,206 Ohio $122,119 Georgia $120,965 Indiana $120,388 Wyoming $120,275 Utah $120,099

Iowa $120,024 Kansas $119,422 Louisiana $119,246 North Carolina $119,184 Missouri $119,159 Florida $118,670 Montana $118,406 Nebraska $118,155

Kentucky $118,017 South Carolina $117,516 Tennessee $117,202 Idaho $117,077 New Mexico $116,161 Oklahoma $115,961 Alabama $115,221 South Dakota $113,979

Arkansas $113,302 West Virginia $112,938 Mississippi $111,847

Top Paying Cities for Enterprise Security Architects

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:

Adamsville: $131,658
Albion: $130,545
Ashaway: $131,408

Adamsville, RI $131,658 Albion, RI $130,545 Ashaway, RI $131,408 Barrington, RI $130,202 Block Island, RI $130,927 Bradford, RI $131,329 Bristol, RI $130,703 Carolina, RI $131,112

Charlestown, RI $131,160 Chepachet, RI $130,899 Clayville, RI $130,534 Coventry, RI $130,540 West Greenwich, RI $130,900 East Greenwich, RI $130,452 Exeter, RI $130,864 Fiskeville, RI $130,199

Forestdale, RI $131,202 Foster, RI $130,830 Glendale, RI $131,213 Greene, RI $131,002 Greenville, RI $130,249 Harmony, RI $130,417 Harrisville, RI $131,156 Hope, RI $130,281

Hope Valley, RI $131,293 Hopkinton, RI $131,466 Jamestown, RI $131,027 Kenyon, RI $131,096 Little Compton, RI $131,638 Manville, RI $130,717 Mapleville, RI $130,924 Newport, RI $131,159

Middletown, RI $131,216 North Kingstown, RI $130,677 North Scituate, RI $130,419 Oakland, RI $131,066 Pascoag, RI $131,243 Pawtucket, RI $130,007 Central Falls, RI $130,065 Cumberland, RI $130,804

Lincoln, RI $130,195 Portsmouth, RI $131,145 Prudence Island, RI $130,875 Rockville, RI $131,446 Saunderstown, RI $130,948 Shannock, RI $131,103 Slatersville, RI $131,204 Slocum, RI $130,944

Tiverton, RI $131,544 Wakefield, RI $131,060 Kingston, RI $131,009 Narragansett, RI $131,096 Peace Dale, RI $131,043 Warren, RI $130,538 Warwick, RI $130,174 Westerly, RI $131,440

West Kingston, RI $131,051 West Warwick, RI $130,333 Wood River Junction, RI $131,238 Woonsocket, RI $131,210 North Smithfield, RI $130,912 Wyoming, RI $131,103 Providence, RI $129,970 Cranston, RI $129,987

North Providence, RI $130,002 East Providence, RI $129,978 Riverside, RI $130,020 Rumford, RI $130,001 Smithfield, RI $130,264 Johnston, RI $130,046

Enterprise Security Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Enterprise Security Architect'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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$120,490

Average $130,032/year

$139,363

$10,041

Average $10,836/month

$11,614

$2,317

Average $2,501/week

$2,680

$58

Average $63/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,363	$11,614	$2,680	$67
Average	$130,032	$10,836	$2,501	$63
25th Percentile	$120,490	$10,041	$2,317	$58

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