Vp Security Salary in the United States

How much does a Vp Security make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Vp Security in the United States is $223,229 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $107.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $258,121
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $201,317 to $241,493
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $181,367
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Vp Security Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $241,493 $20,124 $4,644 $116
Average $223,229 $18,602 $4,293 $107
25th Percentile $201,317 $16,776 $3,871 $97
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Key Factors That Influence Vp Security Salaries

A Vp 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Vp Security Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Vp 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): $92,222
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $107,975
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $154,736
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $173,157
  • Expert (over 8 years): $224,751
Levels Salary
Security ... Level Vp Security$92,222
Security ... Level Vp Security$107,975
Security ... Level Vp Security$154,736
Security ... Level Vp Security$173,157
Vp Securi... Level Vp Security$224,751
$92,222 0 yr
$107,975 < 2 yrs
$154,736 2-4 yrs
$173,157 5-8 yrs
$224,751 > 8 yrs
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How Do Vp Security 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 Vp Securities. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $247,159.
  • California: $246,222.
  • Massachusetts: $242,940.

Top Paying Cities for Vp 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:

  • San Jose: $281,559
  • San Francisco: $278,791
  • Oakland: $272,607

What Skills Can Increase a Vp Security's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 8.8% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • EHS (Mentioned in 3.47% Job Postings): Environment, health and safety, EHS is an acronym for the set that studies and implements the practical aspects of protecting the environment and maintaining health and safety at occupation.
  • Business Administration (Mentioned in 1.6% Job Postings): It is the management of all aspects of a business's performance, decisions, and organization. It includes the day to day operations, aspects including finances and human resources, and ensures the company stays aligned to the goal or mission.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 8.8%
EHS 3.47%
Business Administration 1.6%
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 Vp Security's salary.
  • Flexibility: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Incident Response: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Flexibility
 $261,178
17%
Incident Response
 $258,946
16%
Team Management
 $258,946
16%
Integrity
 $256,713
15%
Risk Management
 $254,481
14%
Physical Security
 $252,249
13%
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How Education impacts a Vp Security's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Vp Securities enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Vp Security with a Bachelor's Degree is between $217,808 and $237,251).

Vp Security Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Vp Security
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.6%
High School 10.7%
Associates 3.6%
Bachelors 35.7%
Masters 42.9%
Doctorate 3.6%
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Vp Security Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Vp 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.

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$201,317
Average $223,229/year
$241,493
$16,776
Average $18,602/month
$20,124
$3,871
Average $4,293/week
$4,644
$97
Average $107/hour
$116
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $241,493 $20,124 $4,644 $116
Average $223,229 $18,602 $4,293 $107
25th Percentile $201,317 $16,776 $3,871 $97

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Salary Trends for Vp Security

Salaries for a Vp Security can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $202,102 in 2023 to around $199,691 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Vp Security salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Vp Security Over Time

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$202,102
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$203,539
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$199,691
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2025 $199,691
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