Computer Security Specialist Salary in Washington, DC

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How much does a Computer Security Specialist make in Washington, DC? The average Computer Security Specialist salary in Washington, DC is $74,849 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $61,903 and $91,956. Salary ranges 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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ROCIT - Kapolei , HI

ROCIT is seeking a talented IT Security Specialist to join our dynamic team in the Information ... Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field * 4+ years of experience in IT security * ...

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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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Safety (EMT) & Security Specialist - Grave Shift

Lifetime Products, Inc. - Clearfield , UT

Perform data entry for security related computer databases; Create and issue employee ... Safety Specialist (EMT) duties include the following: * Assess the nature and extent on injury or ...

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Physical & Electronic Security Specialist

Russell Tobin - Overland Park , KS

Russell Tobin has a need for a Physical and Electronic Security Specialist in the northeast! This ... Bachelor's Degree in a technical field such as Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering ...

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Covert Security Specialist

PFCGOC - Los Angeles , CA

Covert Security Specialist STATUS/HOURS: ON-CALL PAY RANGE: $26 Hourly POSITION OVERVIEW ... COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE: * Required - Google Suite, MS Office proficient, Outlook, Word, Excel, etc

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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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Average Salary Range for Computer Security Specialist in Washington, DC

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61903

91956

74849

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63649

95734

77409

What is the average salary for Computer Security Specialist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Computer Security Specialist in Washington, DC. The base salary for Computer Security Specialist ranges from $61,903 to $91,956 with the average base salary of $74,849. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $63,649 to $95,734 with the average total cash compensation of $77,409.

View Average Salary for Computer Security Specialist as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$74,849	$61,903 - $91,956
Bonus	$2,560	$1,746 - $3,778
Total Pay	$77,409	$63,649 - $95,734

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Computer Security Specialist Salary Near Washington, DC

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,914 - $91,973	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,914 - $91,973	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,914 - $91,973	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,784 - $91,780	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,914 - $91,973	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,914 - $91,973	COMPARE TO Washington, DC

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About Washington, District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...

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