How much does a PCI Consultant make in Buffalo, NY?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a PCI Consultant in Buffalo, NY is $160,207. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $141,442 to $178,292, with most professionals earning between $124,358 and $194,758.

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What is a PCI Consultant?

A PCI Consultant is responsible for providing guidance and expertise to organizations in achieving and maintaining compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). This includes conducting assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, and recommending solutions to ensure that the organization's systems and processes meet the necessary security requirements. The PCI Consultant also assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures to safeguard sensitive cardholder data, as well as providing training and support to staff members on security best practices. Additionally, they may work with external auditors and regulatory bodies to ensure that the organization remains in compliance with PCI DSS.

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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for PCI Consultant in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of PCI Consultant in Buffalo, NY. The base salary for PCI Consultant ranges from $141,442 to $178,292 with the average base salary of $160,207. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $151,364 to $202,593 with the average total cash compensation of $174,252.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $160,207 $141,442 - $178,292
Bonus $14,044 $9,921 - $24,300
Total Pay $174,252 $151,364 - $202,593
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Niagara Falls, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $141,780 - $178,718 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Jamestown, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $137,819 - $173,725 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $143,449 - $180,822 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Rochester, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $143,449 - $180,822 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Erie, PA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $134,414 - $169,433 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Syracuse, NY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $144,722 - $182,427 COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
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