Project Manager Cyber Security Salary in Illinois

How much does a Project Manager Cyber Security make in Illinois?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Manager Cyber Security in Illinois is $116,003 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

However, a Project Manager Cyber Security's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,793
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,601 to $125,839
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,488
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Project Manager Cyber Security Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $125,839 $10,487 $2,420 $60
Average $116,003 $9,667 $2,231 $56
25th Percentile $101,601 $8,467 $1,954 $49
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Key Factors That Influence Project Manager Cyber Security Salaries

A Project Manager Cyber Security'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 Project Manager Cyber Security Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Manager Cyber Security'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): $76,489
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $95,604
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,004
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,792
  • Expert (over 8 years): $155,424
Levels Salary
Project M... Level Project Manager Cyber Security$76,489
Project M... Level Project Manager Cyber Security$95,604
Project M... Level Project Manager Cyber Security$117,004
Project M... Level Project Manager Cyber Security$131,792
Project M... Level Project Manager Cyber Security$155,424
$76,489 0 yr
$95,604 < 2 yrs
$117,004 2-4 yrs
$131,792 5-8 yrs
$155,424 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Project Manager Cyber Securities

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:

  • Effingham: $106,932
  • Saint Peter: $106,785
  • Salem: $107,191

Project Manager Cyber Security Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Manager Cyber Security roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Project Manager Cyber Security positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Manager Cyber Security as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Project Manager Cyber Security

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$139,204$67.020%
Pharmaceuticals$139,204$67.020%
Financial Services$133,404$64.015%
Software & Networking$133,404$64.015%
Biotechnology$127,604$61.010%

Project Manager Cyber Security Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Manager Cyber Security'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

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    Carpentersville, IL

    Indotronix International Corporation | Carpentersville, IL

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  • U.S. Bank

    Chicago, IL

    U.S. Bank | Chicago, IL

    At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling ... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Convergint

    Hoffman Estates, IL

    Convergint | Hoffman Estates, IL

    Security Technician. Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Security Technician to join our amazing cultu... more

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    LUIS LOPEZ, NM

    National Radio Astronomy Observatory | LUIS LOPEZ, NM

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    PROVIDENCE, RI

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