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

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 $59,887, a Network Security Professional (2-4 years)earns $74,919, a Community Relations Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $95,666, a Community Relations Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $118,234, a Community Relations Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $150,691,

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 $81,425, California $81,116, Massachusetts $80,035. 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: $180,095; IS and Cyber Security Professional - Expert Team Lead: $162,090; Network Security Manager: $153,449; Network Security Engineer: $150,640; IS and Cyber Security Professional - Senior Specialist: $139,890.

Network Security Professional Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Security Professional make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Security Professional in Delaware is $74,475 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): $89,136
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,086 to $82,149
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,270

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Network Security Professional Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,149	$6,846	$1,580	$39
Average	$74,475	$6,206	$1,432	$36
25th Percentile	$68,086	$5,674	$1,309	$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): $59,887
Early Career (1-2 years): $74,919
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,666
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,234
Expert (over 8 years): $150,691

Levels	Salary
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$59,887
Network S... Level Network Security Professional	$74,919
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$95,666
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$118,234
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$150,691

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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: $81,425.
California: $81,116.
Massachusetts: $80,035.

District of Columbia $81,425 California $81,116 Massachusetts $80,035 Washington $79,741 New Jersey $79,711 Alaska $79,608 Connecticut $78,593 New York $78,181

Hawaii $76,865 Rhode Island $76,247 Maryland $75,828 Minnesota $75,255 Colorado $75,034 Illinois $74,960 Oregon $74,681 Delaware $74,475

New Hampshire $74,346 Virginia $74,056 Pennsylvania $73,210 Nevada $72,784 North Dakota $72,644 Michigan $72,423 Wisconsin $72,342 Vermont $72,180

Texas $71,732 Maine $71,702 Arizona $71,658 Ohio $71,607 Georgia $70,930 Indiana $70,592 Wyoming $70,526 Utah $70,423

Iowa $70,379 Kansas $70,026 Louisiana $69,923 North Carolina $69,886 Missouri $69,871 Florida $69,584 Montana $69,430 Nebraska $69,283

Kentucky $69,202 South Carolina $68,908 Tennessee $68,724 Idaho $68,651 New Mexico $68,114 Oklahoma $67,996 Alabama $67,562 South Dakota $66,834

Arkansas $66,437 West Virginia $66,224 Mississippi $65,584

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: $74,140
Little Creek: $74,682
Magnolia: $74,575

Lincoln, DE $74,140 Little Creek, DE $74,682 Magnolia, DE $74,575 Milford, DE $74,328 Marydel, DE $74,450 Millsboro, DE $73,829 Millville, DE $73,943 Milton, DE $74,070

Nassau, DE $74,124 Ocean View, DE $73,930 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,072 Seaford, DE $74,114 Selbyville, DE $73,807 Smyrna, DE $74,734 Viola, DE $74,390 Woodside, DE $74,590

Bear, DE $74,418 Newark, DE $74,390 Claymont, DE $74,542 Delaware City, DE $74,464 Hockessin, DE $74,383 Kirkwood, DE $74,450 Middletown, DE $74,479 Montchanin, DE $74,400

New Castle, DE $74,411 Odessa, DE $74,515 Port Penn, DE $74,565 Rockland, DE $74,407 Saint Georges, DE $74,455 Townsend, DE $74,570 Winterthur, DE $74,416 Lewes, DE $74,099

Wilmington, DE $74,387 Dover, DE $74,682 Dover Afb, DE $74,289 Bethany Beach, DE $73,852 Bethel, DE $73,929 Bridgeville, DE $74,103 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,472 Cheswold, DE $74,658

Clayton, DE $74,660 Dagsboro, DE $73,801 Delmar, DE $73,682 Ellendale, DE $73,906 Felton, DE $74,322 Fenwick Island, DE $73,817 Frankford, DE $73,688 Frederica, DE $74,396

Georgetown, DE $73,773 Greenwood, DE $74,115 Harbeson, DE $73,851 Harrington, DE $74,228 Hartly, DE $74,459 Houston, DE $74,122 Kenton, DE $74,664 Laurel, DE $73,729

Yorklyn, DE $74,405

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.

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$68,086

Average $74,475/year

$82,149

$5,674

Average $6,206/month

$6,846

$1,309

Average $1,432/week

$1,580

$33

Average $36/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,149	$6,846	$1,580	$39
Average	$74,475	$6,206	$1,432	$36
25th Percentile	$68,086	$5,674	$1,309	$33

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