What are the main factors that influence a Cyber Security Analyst's salary?

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

How does experience change A Cyber Security Analyst's salary?

A Cyber Security Analyst's salary grows with experience: a Cyber Security Architect I (2-4 years)earns $113,430, a Cyber Security Architect II (4-7 years)earns $140,501, a Cyber Security Analyst (7+ years)earns $162,183, a Cyber Security Architect IV (7-10 years)earns $191,167, a Cyber Security Architect V (10-12 years)earns $223,434,

What are the highest paying states for a Cyber Security Analyst?

Cyber Security Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cyber Security Analyst roles are District of Columbia $172,286, California $171,632, Massachusetts $169,345. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cyber Security Analyst roles make?

Salaries for Cyber Security Analyst level roles vary by specialization: Junior Cyber Security Analyst: $154,211; Lead Cyber Security Analyst: $154,211; Jr Cyber Security Analyst: $154,211; Principal Cyber Security Analyst: $154,211; Cyber Security Policy Analyst: $133,695.

Cyber Security Analyst Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Cyber Security Analyst make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Cyber Security Analyst in Rhode Island is $162,452 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $78.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $180,568
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $153,144 to $171,934
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $144,670

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Cyber Security Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$171,934	$14,328	$3,306	$83
Average	$162,452	$13,538	$3,124	$78
25th Percentile	$153,144	$12,762	$2,945	$74

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Key Factors That Influence Cyber Security Analyst Salaries

A Cyber Security Analyst'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 Cyber Security Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cyber Security Analyst'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): $113,430
Early Career (1-2 years): $140,501
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $162,183
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $191,167
Expert (over 8 years): $223,434

Levels	Salary
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Analyst	$113,430
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Analyst	$140,501
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Analyst	$162,183
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Analyst	$191,167
Cyber Sec... Level Cyber Security Analyst	$223,434

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How Do Cyber Security Analyst 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 Cyber Security Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $172,286.
California: $171,632.
Massachusetts: $169,345.

District of Columbia $172,286 California $171,632 Massachusetts $169,345 Washington $168,722 New Jersey $168,660 Alaska $168,442 Connecticut $166,295 New York $165,424

Hawaii $162,638 Rhode Island $161,331 Maryland $160,444 Minnesota $159,231 Colorado $158,764 Illinois $158,608 Oregon $158,017 Delaware $157,581

New Hampshire $157,307 Virginia $156,694 Pennsylvania $154,905 Nevada $154,002 North Dakota $153,707 Michigan $153,240 Wisconsin $153,069 Vermont $152,726

Texas $151,777 Maine $151,715 Arizona $151,621 Ohio $151,513 Georgia $150,081 Indiana $149,365 Wyoming $149,225 Utah $149,007

Iowa $148,914 Kansas $148,167 Louisiana $147,949 North Carolina $147,871 Missouri $147,840 Florida $147,233 Montana $146,907 Nebraska $146,595

Kentucky $146,424 South Carolina $145,802 Tennessee $145,413 Idaho $145,257 New Mexico $144,121 Oklahoma $143,872 Alabama $142,954 South Dakota $141,414

Arkansas $140,574 West Virginia $140,122 Mississippi $138,768

Top Paying Cities for Cyber Security Analysts

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: $163,976
Albion: $161,253
Ashaway: $164,599

Adamsville, RI $163,976 Albion, RI $161,253 Ashaway, RI $164,599 Barrington, RI $161,253 Block Island, RI $163,743 Bradford, RI $164,490 Bristol, RI $161,098 Carolina, RI $163,152

Charlestown, RI $163,323 Chepachet, RI $160,942 Clayville, RI $161,098 Coventry, RI $160,942 West Greenwich, RI $160,833 East Greenwich, RI $161,051 Exeter, RI $164,490 Fiskeville, RI $161,253

Forestdale, RI $161,098 Foster, RI $160,833 Glendale, RI $160,833 Greene, RI $162,638 Greenville, RI $161,253 Harmony, RI $161,207 Harrisville, RI $160,942 Hope, RI $161,253

Hope Valley, RI $164,599 Hopkinton, RI $164,646 Jamestown, RI $162,996 Kenyon, RI $164,443 Little Compton, RI $163,914 Manville, RI $161,253 Mapleville, RI $160,833 Newport, RI $163,027

Middletown, RI $163,712 North Kingstown, RI $160,787 North Scituate, RI $161,207 Oakland, RI $160,989 Pascoag, RI $160,896 Pawtucket, RI $161,253 Central Falls, RI $161,253 Cumberland, RI $161,253

Lincoln, RI $161,253 Portsmouth, RI $162,374 Prudence Island, RI $160,942 Rockville, RI $164,646 Saunderstown, RI $163,090 Shannock, RI $164,397 Slatersville, RI $161,098 Slocum, RI $163,090

Tiverton, RI $164,023 Wakefield, RI $162,918 Kingston, RI $162,949 Narragansett, RI $162,981 Peace Dale, RI $162,918 Warren, RI $161,207 Warwick, RI $161,253 Westerly, RI $164,692

West Kingston, RI $163,043 West Warwick, RI $161,253 Wood River Junction, RI $164,490 Woonsocket, RI $161,098 North Smithfield, RI $161,207 Wyoming, RI $164,443 Providence, RI $161,253 Cranston, RI $161,253

North Providence, RI $161,253 East Providence, RI $161,253 Riverside, RI $161,253 Rumford, RI $161,253 Smithfield, RI $161,253 Johnston, RI $161,253

Cyber Security Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cyber Security Analyst'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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$153,144

Average $162,452/year

$171,934

$12,762

Average $13,538/month

$14,328

$2,945

Average $3,124/week

$3,306

$74

Average $78/hour

$83

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$171,934	$14,328	$3,306	$83
Average	$162,452	$13,538	$3,124	$78
25th Percentile	$153,144	$12,762	$2,945	$74

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