What are the main factors that influence a Network Security Professional'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 Network Security Professional?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Network Security Professional roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Network Security Professional's salary?

A Network Security Professional's salary grows with experience: a Community Relations Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $59,896, a Network Security Professional (2-4 years)earns $74,940, a Community Relations Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $95,693, a Community Relations Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $118,242, a Community Relations Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $150,685,

What are the highest paying states for a Network Security Professional?

Network Security Professional salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Security Professional roles are District of Columbia $81,465, California $81,156, Massachusetts $80,074. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Security Professional roles make?

Salaries for Network Security Professional level roles vary by specialization: Network Security Senior Manager: $180,116; IS and Cyber Security Professional - Expert Team Lead: $162,090; Network Security Manager: $153,480; Network Security Engineer: $150,652; Network And Security Engineer: $146,200.

Network Security Professional Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Security Professional make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Security Professional in Delaware is $74,512 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, a Network Security Professional's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,139
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,335 to $82,168
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,712

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Network Security Professional Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,168	$6,847	$1,580	$40
Average	$74,512	$6,209	$1,433	$36
25th Percentile	$68,335	$5,695	$1,314	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Network Security Professional Salaries

A Network Security Professional'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 Network Security Professional Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Security Professional'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): $59,896
Early Career (1-2 years): $74,940
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,693
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,242
Expert (over 8 years): $150,685

Levels	Salary
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$59,896
Network S... Level Network Security Professional	$74,940
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$95,693
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$118,242
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$150,685

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How Do Network Security Professional 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 Network Security Professionals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $81,465.
California: $81,156.
Massachusetts: $80,074.

District of Columbia $81,465 California $81,156 Massachusetts $80,074 Washington $79,780 New Jersey $79,750 Alaska $79,647 Connecticut $78,632 New York $78,220

Hawaii $76,903 Rhode Island $76,285 Maryland $75,865 Minnesota $75,291 Colorado $75,071 Illinois $74,997 Oregon $74,718 Delaware $74,512

New Hampshire $74,382 Virginia $74,092 Pennsylvania $73,246 Nevada $72,819 North Dakota $72,679 Michigan $72,459 Wisconsin $72,378 Vermont $72,216

Texas $71,767 Maine $71,738 Arizona $71,694 Ohio $71,642 Georgia $70,965 Indiana $70,627 Wyoming $70,560 Utah $70,457

Iowa $70,413 Kansas $70,060 Louisiana $69,957 North Carolina $69,920 Missouri $69,906 Florida $69,619 Montana $69,464 Nebraska $69,317

Kentucky $69,236 South Carolina $68,942 Tennessee $68,758 Idaho $68,684 New Mexico $68,147 Oklahoma $68,029 Alabama $67,595 South Dakota $66,867

Arkansas $66,470 West Virginia $66,256 Mississippi $65,616

Top Paying Cities for Network Security Professionals

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: $74,176
Little Creek: $74,719
Magnolia: $74,612

Lincoln, DE $74,176 Little Creek, DE $74,719 Magnolia, DE $74,612 Milford, DE $74,364 Marydel, DE $74,487 Millsboro, DE $73,865 Millville, DE $73,979 Milton, DE $74,107

Nassau, DE $74,161 Ocean View, DE $73,966 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,108 Seaford, DE $74,150 Selbyville, DE $73,843 Smyrna, DE $74,771 Viola, DE $74,426 Woodside, DE $74,626

Bear, DE $74,454 Newark, DE $74,426 Claymont, DE $74,578 Delaware City, DE $74,500 Hockessin, DE $74,420 Kirkwood, DE $74,487 Middletown, DE $74,515 Montchanin, DE $74,436

New Castle, DE $74,448 Odessa, DE $74,552 Port Penn, DE $74,602 Rockland, DE $74,444 Saint Georges, DE $74,492 Townsend, DE $74,606 Winterthur, DE $74,453 Lewes, DE $74,136

Wilmington, DE $74,423 Dover, DE $74,719 Dover Afb, DE $74,325 Bethany Beach, DE $73,888 Bethel, DE $73,965 Bridgeville, DE $74,139 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,509 Cheswold, DE $74,695

Clayton, DE $74,697 Dagsboro, DE $73,837 Delmar, DE $73,718 Ellendale, DE $73,942 Felton, DE $74,358 Fenwick Island, DE $73,853 Frankford, DE $73,724 Frederica, DE $74,432

Georgetown, DE $73,809 Greenwood, DE $74,151 Harbeson, DE $73,888 Harrington, DE $74,264 Hartly, DE $74,495 Houston, DE $74,158 Kenton, DE $74,701 Laurel, DE $73,765

Yorklyn, DE $74,442

Network Security Professional Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Network Security Professional roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 42% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Network Security Professional positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Network Security Professional as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Network Security Professional

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$89,414	$43.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$89,414	$43.0	20%
Biotechnology	$87,924	$42.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$87,924	$42.0	18%
Internet	$83,453	$40.0	12%

Network Security Professional Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Security Professional'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 July 01, 2026

$68,335

Average $74,512/year

$82,168

$5,695

Average $6,209/month

$6,847

$1,314

Average $1,433/week

$1,580

$33

Average $36/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,168	$6,847	$1,580	$40
Average	$74,512	$6,209	$1,433	$36
25th Percentile	$68,335	$5,695	$1,314	$33

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