Senior Information Security Specialist Salary in Virginia

How much does a Senior Information Security Specialist make in Virginia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Information Security Specialist in Virginia is $90,558 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Senior Information Security Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $107,010
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,466 to $99,169
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $77,009
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Senior Information Security Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $99,169 $8,264 $1,907 $48
Average $90,558 $7,547 $1,742 $44
25th Percentile $83,466 $6,956 $1,605 $40
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Key Factors That Influence Senior Information Security Specialist Salaries

A Senior Information Security Specialist'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 Senior Information Security Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Information Security Specialist'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): $76,474
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $89,925
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,195
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,965
  • Expert (over 8 years): $158,666
Levels Salary
Informati... Level Senior Information Security Specialist$76,474
Senior In... Level Senior Information Security Specialist$89,925
Informati... Level Senior Information Security Specialist$117,195
Informati... Level Senior Information Security Specialist$136,965
Informati... Level Senior Information Security Specialist$158,666
$76,474 0 yr
$89,925 < 2 yrs
$117,195 2-4 yrs
$136,965 5-8 yrs
$158,666 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Senior Information Security Specialists

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:

  • Ivanhoe: $83,283
  • Lambsburg: $83,460
  • Laurel Fork: $83,554

Senior Information Security Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Senior Information Security Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Senior Information Security Specialist positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Senior Information Security Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Senior Information Security Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$99,614$48.010%

Senior Information Security Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Information Security Specialist'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 August 01, 2026

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    Chantilly, VA

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