What are the main factors that influence a Lead Security Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Lead Security Engineer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead Security Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lead Security Engineer's salary?

A Lead Security Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Information Security Supervisor (10+ years)earns $89,865, an Information Security Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $136,704, an Lead Security Engineer (10+ years)earns $150,783, an Information Security Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $190,673, an Information Security Director (10+ years)earns $214,604,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Security Engineer?

Lead Security Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Security Engineer roles are District of Columbia $165,783, California $165,154, Massachusetts $162,953. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Security Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Security Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Engineer, Cloud Security: $169,023; Database Engineer, Lead/Expert: $168,500; Lead Security Architect: $164,594; Cyber Security Lead: $163,464; Lead Security Analyst: $137,155.

Lead Security Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Security Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Security Engineer in Delaware is $151,634 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.

However, a Lead Security Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $173,740
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $138,861 to $163,205
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $127,233

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Lead Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,205	$13,600	$3,139	$78
Average	$151,634	$12,636	$2,916	$73
25th Percentile	$138,861	$11,572	$2,670	$67

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Security Engineer Salaries

A Lead Security Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Lead Security Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Security Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $89,865
Early Career (1-2 years): $136,704
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $150,783
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $190,673
Expert (over 8 years): $214,604

Levels	Salary
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$89,865
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$136,704
Lead Secu... Level Lead Security Engineer	$150,783
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$190,673
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$214,604

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How Do Lead Security Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lead Security Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $165,783.
California: $165,154.
Massachusetts: $162,953.

District of Columbia $165,783 California $165,154 Massachusetts $162,953 Washington $162,354 New Jersey $162,295 Alaska $162,085 Connecticut $160,019 New York $159,180

Hawaii $156,500 Rhode Island $155,242 Maryland $154,389 Minnesota $153,221 Colorado $152,772 Illinois $152,622 Oregon $152,053 Delaware $151,634

New Hampshire $151,370 Virginia $150,780 Pennsylvania $149,058 Nevada $148,190 North Dakota $147,905 Michigan $147,456 Wisconsin $147,291 Vermont $146,962

Texas $146,049 Maine $145,989 Arizona $145,899 Ohio $145,794 Georgia $144,417 Indiana $143,728 Wyoming $143,593 Utah $143,383

Iowa $143,294 Kansas $142,575 Louisiana $142,365 North Carolina $142,290 Missouri $142,260 Florida $141,676 Montana $141,362 Nebraska $141,063

Kentucky $140,898 South Carolina $140,299 Tennessee $139,925 Idaho $139,775 New Mexico $138,682 Oklahoma $138,442 Alabama $137,559 South Dakota $136,076

Arkansas $135,268 West Virginia $134,834 Mississippi $133,531

Top Paying Cities for Lead Security Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $150,951
Little Creek: $152,056
Magnolia: $151,837

Lincoln, DE $150,951 Little Creek, DE $152,056 Magnolia, DE $151,837 Milford, DE $151,334 Marydel, DE $151,583 Millsboro, DE $150,317 Millville, DE $150,550 Milton, DE $150,810

Nassau, DE $150,919 Ocean View, DE $150,524 Rehoboth Beach, DE $150,813 Seaford, DE $150,898 Selbyville, DE $150,274 Smyrna, DE $152,161 Viola, DE $151,460 Woodside, DE $151,867

Bear, DE $151,517 Newark, DE $151,460 Claymont, DE $151,770 Delaware City, DE $151,611 Hockessin, DE $151,446 Kirkwood, DE $151,583 Middletown, DE $151,641 Montchanin, DE $151,481

New Castle, DE $151,503 Odessa, DE $151,716 Port Penn, DE $151,818 Rockland, DE $151,496 Saint Georges, DE $151,593 Townsend, DE $151,827 Winterthur, DE $151,514 Lewes, DE $150,868

Wilmington, DE $151,454 Dover, DE $152,056 Dover Afb, DE $151,255 Bethany Beach, DE $150,365 Bethel, DE $150,521 Bridgeville, DE $150,876 Camden Wyoming, DE $151,628 Cheswold, DE $152,006

Clayton, DE $152,011 Dagsboro, DE $150,261 Delmar, DE $150,019 Ellendale, DE $150,475 Felton, DE $151,322 Fenwick Island, DE $150,293 Frankford, DE $150,031 Frederica, DE $151,472

Georgetown, DE $150,204 Greenwood, DE $150,900 Harbeson, DE $150,364 Harrington, DE $151,130 Hartly, DE $151,601 Houston, DE $150,915 Kenton, DE $152,018 Laurel, DE $150,114

Yorklyn, DE $151,491

Lead Security Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Security Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Lead Security Engineer positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead Security Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lead Security Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$181,960	$87.0	20%
Business Services	$181,960	$87.0	20%
Construction	$181,960	$87.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$181,960	$87.0	20%
Healthcare	$181,960	$87.0	20%

Lead Security Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Security Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$138,861

Average $151,634/year

$163,205

$11,572

Average $12,636/month

$13,600

$2,670

Average $2,916/week

$3,139

$67

Average $73/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,205	$13,600	$3,139	$78
Average	$151,634	$12,636	$2,916	$73
25th Percentile	$138,861	$11,572	$2,670	$67

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