What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for information technology cyber security?

As of August 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of information technology cyber security in the United States is $67. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for information technology cyber security in the US can go up to $77 and the lowest down to $56, but most earn between $62 and $72. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of information technology cyber security in the United States.

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information technology cyber security Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile information technology cyber security Salary $56 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile information technology cyber security Salary $62 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile information technology cyber security Salary $67 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile information technology cyber security Salary $72 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile information technology cyber security Salary $77 US August 01, 2026
25% $62 10% $56 90% $77 75% $72 $67 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A information technology cyber security ?

Information technology cybersecurity professionals play a crucial role in protecting an organization’s digital assets from cyber threats. Their responsibilities include monitoring networks for security breaches, implementing security measures, conducting risk assessments, and responding to incidents. These specialists often collaborate with IT teams to develop security protocols and ensure compliance with regulations. Salaries in this field can vary significantly based on factors such as experience, education, certifications, and geographic location. Entry-level positions may start around ...

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Average Hourly Wage

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Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of information technology cyber security in the United States. The average hourly rate for information technology cyber security ranges from $62 to $72 with the average hourly pay of $67. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $74 to $91 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $82.

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