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

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 $91,996, an Information Security Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $139,948, an Lead Security Engineer (10+ years)earns $154,373, an Information Security Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $195,182, an Information Security Director (10+ years)earns $219,711,

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 $165,784, California $165,155, Massachusetts $162,954. 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: $169,004; Database Engineer, Lead/Expert: $168,500; Lead Security Architect: $164,576; Cyber Security Lead: $163,447; Lead Security Analyst: $137,161.

Lead Security Engineer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Lead Security Engineer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Security Engineer in Rhode Island is $155,243 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,838
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $142,174 to $167,070
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,276

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Lead Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,070	$13,922	$3,213	$80
Average	$155,243	$12,937	$2,985	$75
25th Percentile	$142,174	$11,848	$2,734	$68

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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): $91,996
Early Career (1-2 years): $139,948
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $154,373
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $195,182
Expert (over 8 years): $219,711

Levels	Salary
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$91,996
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$139,948
Lead Secu... Level Lead Security Engineer	$154,373
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$195,182
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$219,711

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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: $165,784.
California: $165,155.
Massachusetts: $162,954.

District of Columbia $165,784 California $165,155 Massachusetts $162,954 Washington $162,355 New Jersey $162,296 Alaska $162,086 Connecticut $160,020 New York $159,181

Hawaii $156,501 Rhode Island $155,243 Maryland $154,390 Minnesota $153,222 Colorado $152,773 Illinois $152,623 Oregon $152,054 Delaware $151,635

New Hampshire $151,371 Virginia $150,781 Pennsylvania $149,059 Nevada $148,191 North Dakota $147,906 Michigan $147,457 Wisconsin $147,292 Vermont $146,963

Texas $146,050 Maine $145,990 Arizona $145,900 Ohio $145,795 Georgia $144,417 Indiana $143,729 Wyoming $143,594 Utah $143,384

Iowa $143,294 Kansas $142,576 Louisiana $142,366 North Carolina $142,291 Missouri $142,261 Florida $141,677 Montana $141,363 Nebraska $141,063

Kentucky $140,899 South Carolina $140,300 Tennessee $139,925 Idaho $139,776 New Mexico $138,683 Oklahoma $138,443 Alabama $137,560 South Dakota $136,077

Arkansas $135,269 West Virginia $134,835 Mississippi $133,532

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:

Adamsville: $157,184
Albion: $155,856
Ashaway: $156,886

Adamsville, RI $157,184 Albion, RI $155,856 Ashaway, RI $156,886 Barrington, RI $155,445 Block Island, RI $156,311 Bradford, RI $156,791 Bristol, RI $156,044 Carolina, RI $156,532

Charlestown, RI $156,589 Chepachet, RI $156,278 Clayville, RI $155,842 Coventry, RI $155,850 West Greenwich, RI $156,279 East Greenwich, RI $155,745 Exeter, RI $156,236 Fiskeville, RI $155,442

Forestdale, RI $156,640 Foster, RI $156,195 Glendale, RI $156,652 Greene, RI $156,401 Greenville, RI $155,502 Harmony, RI $155,703 Harrisville, RI $156,585 Hope, RI $155,540

Hope Valley, RI $156,748 Hopkinton, RI $156,955 Jamestown, RI $156,431 Kenyon, RI $156,513 Little Compton, RI $157,160 Manville, RI $156,061 Mapleville, RI $156,308 Newport, RI $156,588

Middletown, RI $156,657 North Kingstown, RI $156,013 North Scituate, RI $155,704 Oakland, RI $156,477 Pascoag, RI $156,688 Pawtucket, RI $155,213 Central Falls, RI $155,282 Cumberland, RI $156,164

Lincoln, RI $155,438 Portsmouth, RI $156,571 Prudence Island, RI $156,249 Rockville, RI $156,931 Saunderstown, RI $156,336 Shannock, RI $156,522 Slatersville, RI $156,642 Slocum, RI $156,332

Tiverton, RI $157,047 Wakefield, RI $156,469 Kingston, RI $156,410 Narragansett, RI $156,513 Peace Dale, RI $156,450 Warren, RI $155,847 Warwick, RI $155,412 Westerly, RI $156,923

West Kingston, RI $156,459 West Warwick, RI $155,603 Wood River Junction, RI $156,682 Woonsocket, RI $156,649 North Smithfield, RI $156,293 Wyoming, RI $156,522 Providence, RI $155,168 Cranston, RI $155,189

North Providence, RI $155,207 East Providence, RI $155,179 Riverside, RI $155,228 Rumford, RI $155,206 Smithfield, RI $155,520 Johnston, RI $155,260

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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$142,174

Average $155,243/year

$167,070

$11,848

Average $12,937/month

$13,922

$2,734

Average $2,985/week

$3,213

$68

Average $75/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,070	$13,922	$3,213	$80
Average	$155,243	$12,937	$2,985	$75
25th Percentile	$142,174	$11,848	$2,734	$68

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