Technical Information Security Officer Salary in the United States

How much does a Technical Information Security Officer make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Information Security Officer in the United States is $142,495 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,401
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,435 to $150,821
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,186
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Technical Information Security Officer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $150,821 $12,568 $2,900 $73
Average $142,495 $11,875 $2,740 $69
25th Percentile $133,435 $11,120 $2,566 $64
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Key Factors That Influence Technical Information Security Officer Salaries

A Technical Information 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 Technical Information Security Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Information 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): $93,983
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $122,468
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $143,124
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $165,810
  • Expert (over 8 years): $89,479
Levels Salary
Informati... Level Technical Information Security Officer$93,983
Informati... Level Technical Information Security Officer$122,468
Technical... Level Technical Information Security Officer$143,124
Informati... Level Technical Information Security Officer$165,810
Informati... Level Technical Information Security Officer$89,479
$93,983 0 yr
$122,468 < 2 yrs
$143,124 2-4 yrs
$165,810 5-8 yrs
$89,479 > 8 yrs
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How Do Technical Information 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 Technical Information Security Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $157,770.
  • California: $157,172.
  • Massachusetts: $155,077.

Top Paying Cities for Technical Information 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:

  • San Jose: $179,729
  • San Francisco: $177,962
  • Oakland: $174,015

What Skills Can Increase a Technical Information Security Officer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 5.42% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • CISSP (Mentioned in 2.52% Job Postings): Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is an information security certification for security analysts. It was created by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC).
  • Network Security (Mentioned in 1.65% Job Postings): Network security consists of the policies and practices adopted to prevent and monitor unauthorized access, misuse, modification, or denial of a computer network and network-accessible resources. Network security involves the authorization of access to data in a network, which is controlled by the network administrator. Users choose or are assigned an ID and password or other authenticating information that allows them access to information and programs within their authority. Network security covers a variety of computer networks, both public and private, that are used in everyday jobs; conducting transactions and communications among businesses, government agencies and individuals. Networks can be private, such as within a company, and others which might be open to public access. Network security is involved in organizations, enterprises, and other types of institutions. It does as its title explains: It secures the network, as well as protecting and overseeing operations being done. The most common and simple way of protecting a network resource is by assigning it a unique name and a corresponding password.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 5.42%
CISSP 2.52%
Network Security 1.65%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Technical Information Security Officer's salary.
  • Vulnerability Management: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Networking: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Vulnerability Management
$151,045
6%
Networking
$149,620
5%
Project Management
$149,620
5%
Verbal Communication
$149,620
5%
Attention to Detail
$149,620
5%
Problem Solving
$146,770
3%
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Technical Information Security Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Information 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 April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Technical Information Security Officer

Salaries for a Technical Information Security Officer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $137,588 in 2023 to around $137,570 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Technical Information Security Officer salary trends, .

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