Hourly Wage for Computer Security Specialist Salary in the United States

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How much does a Computer Security Specialist make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Computer Security Specialist in the United States is $32 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $27 and $40. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Data Security Specialist

National Computer Systems - Tallahassee , FL

Requires knowledge of security issues, techniques, and implications across all existing computer platforms • Assist with the tracking of inventory for the Information Technology Cost Center • ...

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Cyber Security Specialist

Themesoft Inc. - Dallas , TX

Security Specialist LOCATION: Dallas, Texas (Onsite) POSITION: Long term contract Duties and ... Bachelor's degree (or 3+ years of relevant work experience) in Computer Science, Business ...

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Information System Security Specialist II

Watershed Security - Norco , CA

The Information Systems Security Specialist will plan, coordinate, and implement an organization ... Reviews violations of computer security procedures to eliminate violations * Conduct information ...

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Information Technology Security Specialist

Parsec Solutions LLC - Richmond , VA

Job Title: IT Security Specialist Job Location: Richmond VA- Onsite Job Duration: Long term ... computer forensic techniques, databases, collaboration tools, web & mail services. Ability to ...

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Canyon Security Specialist & Consul - Glendale , AZ

Have adaptive computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites ... Stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods of time Canyon Security Specialist and ...

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Access Control Security Specialist

HBC MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC - Honolulu , HI

... Security Specialist working for USINDOPACOM customer. About Us Hana Tech. is a reputable ... Must be computer literate and skilled in Microsoft Windows applications * Must have excellent ...

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What does a Computer Security Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of a Computer Security Specialist

Provides technical support for secure software development and integration tasks, including reviewing work products for correctness and adhering to the design concept and to user standards.

December 14, 2022

Performs security impact assessments as part of change management.

February 04, 2023

Lead the identification of disagreements between as built specifications, security requirements and DoD security policies and design implementations to bring the system into compliance.

March 04, 2023

Designs technical solutions for network boundary protection, endpoint security, access control, auditing, log management, event management and correlation, and network monitoring.

March 24, 2023

Assisting Information Assurance Team in the implementation of effective, streamlined, and all-inclusive perimeter defense including but not limited to Intrusion Detection System/ Intrusion Prevention System (IDS/IPS), Anti Malware, URL and Content Filtering, firewall security, and VPN Access, as well as any other requirements identified by the Information Assurance Team, OMB, or DHS.

April 20, 2023

Develop comprehensive Cybersecurity Strategy Documents consistent with organization-wide information security, compliance, and risk management goals.

April 30, 2023

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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 Computer Security Specialist in the United States. The average hourly rate for Computer Security Specialist ranges from $27 to $40 with the average hourly pay of $32. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $27 to $41 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $33.

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