As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst in San Francisco, CA is $147,263, equivalent to $71 per hour, $2,832 weekly, or $12,272 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst in San Francisco, CA vary widely, spanning from $123,648 to $172,726. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($134,902) and 75th percentile ($160,591), while top earners (90th percentile) make $172,726 per year. This $25,689 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Security Architecture, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Francisco Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst often earn 13.1% higher than national averages. However, San Francisco currently ranks 3 statewide for Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst Salary $123,648 San Francisco, CA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst Salary $134,902 San Francisco, CA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst Salary $147,263 San Francisco, CA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst Salary $160,591 San Francisco, CA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst Salary $172,726 San Francisco, CA September 01, 2026
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    Entry Level Cyber Security Analyst

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Cyber Security Architect II

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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