IT Security Specialist Salary in Richmond, VA

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How much does an IT Security Specialist make in Richmond, VA? The average IT Security Specialist salary in Richmond, VA is $89,288 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $80,932 and $99,051. 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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IT Security ISSO Specialist (15.10)

OCT Consulting, LLC - Washington , DC

OCT is currently looking for an IT Security ISSO Specialist . This position is contingent upon contract award. The ideal candidate will have experience as an Information Systems Security Officer on a ...

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IT Support Specialist

Prescient Security - Salmon , ID

Salary: $40,000 a year At Prescient Security, we are on a mission to simplify security and ... We are seeking a versatile IT Support Specialist primarily focused on supporting end user ...

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IT Operations Specialist

XOPS - Pleasanton , CA

XperiencOps, Inc., is seeking an IT Operations Specialist with a focus on Helpdesk support to join ... Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals, Microsoft Certified: Enterprise Administrator ...

LinkedIn - 2 days ago

Cyber Security Specialist (Mid-Level)

Dynamic Solutions Technology LLC - Myrtle Point , OR

... Specialist (Mid-Level) in support of the government customer located in Panama City, FL ... Integrate and test new technology for compliance with IT security standards * Perform analysis to ...

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IT Specialist II

Stillwater Sciences - Davis , CA

The IT Specialist II will generally work regular business hours; however, some weekend and evening ... Implement tools to improve IT systems for security, efficiency, stability. * Expand our use of ...

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Information Technology Support Specialist

Optimum ABQ - Albuquerque , NM

... security of IT systems. * Troubleshooting network related issues such as connectivity issues ... The IT Support Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the organization ...

LinkedIn - 9 days ago

What does an IT Security Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of an IT Security Specialist

Monitor systems and perform vulnerability scans on an ongoing basis compliant with the monitoring strategy to determine impact to the security posture of the information system.

April 28, 2023

Design, build, test, implement, maintain, and optimize the network, telecommunications, desktop, and mobility systems infrastructure and operations.

March 13, 2023

ActioNet's commitment to diversity and inclusive selection practices includes ensuring qualified long-term unemployed job seekers receive equal consideration for employment.

April 15, 2023

Understanding of software development patterns and the mechanics of common application security vulnerabilities.

March 02, 2023

Provide technical assistance in the designing and implementation of solutions for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of sensitive information.

April 16, 2023

Assist with security review of new IT hardware and software requests to ensure compliance with enterprise security requirements, to include endpoint security, data protection and vulnerability management.

May 12, 2023

Create and maintain configuration management for systems/networks and hardware and software documentation.

November 20, 2022

Support operations and monitor security critical systems(database, web and email servers) and changes to sensitive computer controls to ensure appropriate administrative actions, investigate and reporting of any irregularities.

January 18, 2023

Demonstrated experience with Accreditation documentation, RMF Control Development, RMF Artifact management, management of Plan of Action Milestones, Audit Review, and RMF Continuous Monitoring.

May 18, 2023

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Average Salary Range for IT Security Specialist in Richmond, VA

Average Base Salary

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80932

99051

89288

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

83547

103409

92614

What is the average salary for IT 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 IT Security Specialist in Richmond, VA. The base salary for IT Security Specialist ranges from $80,932 to $99,051 with the average base salary of $89,288. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $83,547 to $103,409 with the average total cash compensation of $92,614.

View Average Salary for IT Security Specialist as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$89,288	$80,932 - $99,051
Bonus	$3,327	$2,615 - $4,358
Total Pay	$92,614	$83,547 - $103,409

* 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.

IT Security Specialist Salary Near Richmond, VA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Richmond, VA
CITY, STATE Petersburg, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,845 - $101,393	COMPARE TO Richmond, VA
CITY, STATE Virginia State University, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,845 - $101,393	COMPARE TO Richmond, VA
CITY, STATE Newport News, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,753 - $96,384	COMPARE TO Richmond, VA
CITY, STATE Hampton, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,753 - $96,384	COMPARE TO Richmond, VA
CITY, STATE Suffolk, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,275 - $95,800	COMPARE TO Richmond, VA
CITY, STATE Portsmouth, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,320 - $95,855	COMPARE TO Richmond, VA

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About Richmond, Virginia

Richmond (/ˈrɪtʃmənd/) is the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. It is the center of the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) and the Greater Richmond Region. Richmond was incorporated in 1742 and has been an independent city since 1871. As of the 2010 census, the city's population was 204,214; in 2016, the population was estimated to be 223,170, making Richmond the fourth-most populous city in Virginia. The Richmond Metropolitan Area has a population of 1,260,029, the third-most populous metro in the state. Richmond is located at the fall line of the James R...

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