What are the main factors that influence an Information Systems Security Officer'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 Information Systems Security Officer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Information Systems Security Officer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Information Systems Security Officer's salary?

An Information Systems Security Officer's salary grows with experience: an Information Security Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $80,632, an Information Security Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $94,814, an Information Systems Security Officer (4-7 years)earns $123,566, an Information Security Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $144,411, an Information Security Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $167,293,

What are the highest paying states for an Information Systems Security Officer?

Information Systems Security Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Systems Security Officer roles are District of Columbia $131,243, California $130,745, Massachusetts $129,003. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Information Systems Security Officer roles make?

Salaries for Information Systems Security Officer level roles vary by specialization: Chief Information Systems Security Officer: $385,690; Chief Information Security Officer: $385,681; SVP of Information Systems Security: $308,790; VP of Information Systems Security: $253,170; Information Systems Security Director: $208,863.

Information Systems Security Officer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Information Systems Security Officer make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Systems Security Officer in Rhode Island is $122,898 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,226
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,279 to $133,015
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,521

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Information Systems Security Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$133,015	$11,085	$2,558	$64
Average	$122,898	$10,242	$2,363	$59
25th Percentile	$113,279	$9,440	$2,178	$54

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Key Factors That Influence Information Systems Security Officer Salaries

An Information Systems Security Officer'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 Information Systems Security Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Systems Security Officer'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): $80,632
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,814
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,566
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,411
Expert (over 8 years): $167,293

Levels	Salary
Informati... Level Information Systems Security Officer	$80,632
Informati... Level Information Systems Security Officer	$94,814
Informati... Level Information Systems Security Officer	$123,566
Informati... Level Information Systems Security Officer	$144,411
Informati... Level Information Systems Security Officer	$167,293

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How Do Information Systems Security Officer 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 Information Systems Security Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $131,243.
California: $130,745.
Massachusetts: $129,003.

District of Columbia $131,243 California $130,745 Massachusetts $129,003 Washington $128,529 New Jersey $128,481 Alaska $128,315 Connecticut $126,679 New York $126,016

Hawaii $123,894 Rhode Island $122,898 Maryland $122,222 Minnesota $121,298 Colorado $120,942 Illinois $120,824 Oregon $120,373 Delaware $120,041

New Hampshire $119,833 Virginia $119,366 Pennsylvania $118,003 Nevada $117,315 North Dakota $117,090 Michigan $116,734 Wisconsin $116,604 Vermont $116,343

Texas $115,620 Maine $115,573 Arizona $115,501 Ohio $115,419 Georgia $114,328 Indiana $113,783 Wyoming $113,676 Utah $113,510

Iowa $113,439 Kansas $112,870 Louisiana $112,704 North Carolina $112,645 Missouri $112,621 Florida $112,159 Montana $111,910 Nebraska $111,673

Kentucky $111,542 South Carolina $111,068 Tennessee $110,772 Idaho $110,653 New Mexico $109,788 Oklahoma $109,598 Alabama $108,899 South Dakota $107,726

Arkansas $107,085 West Virginia $106,742 Mississippi $105,710

Top Paying Cities for Information Systems Security Officers

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: $124,434
Albion: $123,383
Ashaway: $124,198

Adamsville, RI $124,434 Albion, RI $123,383 Ashaway, RI $124,198 Barrington, RI $123,058 Block Island, RI $123,743 Bradford, RI $124,124 Bristol, RI $123,532 Carolina, RI $123,919

Charlestown, RI $123,964 Chepachet, RI $123,717 Clayville, RI $123,372 Coventry, RI $123,378 West Greenwich, RI $123,718 East Greenwich, RI $123,295 Exeter, RI $123,684 Fiskeville, RI $123,056

Forestdale, RI $124,004 Foster, RI $123,652 Glendale, RI $124,014 Greene, RI $123,814 Greenville, RI $123,103 Harmony, RI $123,262 Harrisville, RI $123,960 Hope, RI $123,133

Hope Valley, RI $124,089 Hopkinton, RI $124,253 Jamestown, RI $123,838 Kenyon, RI $123,903 Little Compton, RI $124,415 Manville, RI $123,545 Mapleville, RI $123,741 Newport, RI $123,963

Middletown, RI $124,017 North Kingstown, RI $123,507 North Scituate, RI $123,263 Oakland, RI $123,875 Pascoag, RI $124,042 Pawtucket, RI $122,874 Central Falls, RI $122,929 Cumberland, RI $123,627

Lincoln, RI $123,052 Portsmouth, RI $123,950 Prudence Island, RI $123,695 Rockville, RI $124,234 Saunderstown, RI $123,763 Shannock, RI $123,910 Slatersville, RI $124,005 Slocum, RI $123,760

Tiverton, RI $124,326 Wakefield, RI $123,869 Kingston, RI $123,822 Narragansett, RI $123,903 Peace Dale, RI $123,854 Warren, RI $123,376 Warwick, RI $123,032 Westerly, RI $124,228

West Kingston, RI $123,861 West Warwick, RI $123,183 Wood River Junction, RI $124,037 Woonsocket, RI $124,011 North Smithfield, RI $123,729 Wyoming, RI $123,910 Providence, RI $122,839 Cranston, RI $122,855

North Providence, RI $122,870 East Providence, RI $122,847 Riverside, RI $122,886 Rumford, RI $122,868 Smithfield, RI $123,117 Johnston, RI $122,911

Information Systems Security Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Information Systems Security Officer 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 Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Information Systems Security Officer positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Information Systems Security Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Information Systems Security Officer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$147,478	$71.0	20%
Biotechnology	$147,478	$71.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$147,478	$71.0	20%
Financial Services	$147,478	$71.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$147,478	$71.0	20%

Information Systems Security Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Systems Security Officer'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

$113,279

Average $122,898/year

$133,015

$9,440

Average $10,242/month

$11,085

$2,178

Average $2,363/week

$2,558

$54

Average $59/hour

$64

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$133,015	$11,085	$2,558	$64
Average	$122,898	$10,242	$2,363	$59
25th Percentile	$113,279	$9,440	$2,178	$54

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