What are the main factors that influence a Network Security Administrator's salary?

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

How does experience change A Network Security Administrator's salary?

A Network Security Administrator's salary grows with experience: a Network Security System Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $77,929, a Network Security System Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $95,437, a Network Security Administrator (4-7 years)earns $119,681, a Network Security System Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $138,229, a Network Security Manager (7+ years)earns $157,013,

What are the highest paying states for a Network Security Administrator?

Network Security Administrator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Security Administrator roles are District of Columbia $130,633, California $130,137, Massachusetts $128,403. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Security Administrator roles make?

Salaries for Network Security Administrator level roles vary by specialization: Network/Systems Administrator V: $146,690; Network Administrator V: $146,679; Web Security Administrator: $139,871; Network/Systems Administrator IV: $125,820; Network Administrator IV: $125,819.

Network Security Administrator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Security Administrator make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Network Security Administrator in Delaware is $119,755 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,380
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,501 to $127,410
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $102,077

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Network Security Administrator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,410	$10,618	$2,450	$61
Average	$119,755	$9,980	$2,303	$58
25th Percentile	$110,501	$9,208	$2,125	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Network Security Administrator Salaries

A Network Security Administrator'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 Network Security Administrator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Security Administrator'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): $77,929
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,437
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,681
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,229
Expert (over 8 years): $157,013

Levels	Salary
Network S... Level Network Security Administrator	$77,929
Network S... Level Network Security Administrator	$95,437
Network S... Level Network Security Administrator	$119,681
Network S... Level Network Security Administrator	$138,229
Network S... Level Network Security Administrator	$157,013

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How Do Network Security Administrator 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 Network Security Administrators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $130,633.
California: $130,137.
Massachusetts: $128,403.

District of Columbia $130,633 California $130,137 Massachusetts $128,403 Washington $127,931 New Jersey $127,884 Alaska $127,719 Connecticut $126,091 New York $125,430

Hawaii $123,318 Rhode Island $122,327 Maryland $121,654 Minnesota $120,734 Colorado $120,380 Illinois $120,262 Oregon $119,814 Delaware $119,483

New Hampshire $119,276 Virginia $118,811 Pennsylvania $117,454 Nevada $116,770 North Dakota $116,546 Michigan $116,192 Wisconsin $116,062 Vermont $115,802

Texas $115,083 Maine $115,035 Arizona $114,965 Ohio $114,882 Georgia $113,797 Indiana $113,254 Wyoming $113,148 Utah $112,982

Iowa $112,912 Kansas $112,345 Louisiana $112,180 North Carolina $112,121 Missouri $112,098 Florida $111,637 Montana $111,390 Nebraska $111,154

Kentucky $111,024 South Carolina $110,552 Tennessee $110,257 Idaho $110,139 New Mexico $109,278 Oklahoma $109,089 Alabama $108,393 South Dakota $107,225

Arkansas $106,588 West Virginia $106,245 Mississippi $105,219

Top Paying Cities for Network Security Administrators

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: $123,660
Little Creek: $122,516
Magnolia: $123,023

Lincoln, DE $123,660 Little Creek, DE $122,516 Magnolia, DE $123,023 Milford, DE $123,660 Marydel, DE $122,055 Millsboro, DE $123,660 Millville, DE $124,486 Milton, DE $123,660

Nassau, DE $123,660 Ocean View, DE $124,486 Rehoboth Beach, DE $124,486 Seaford, DE $122,362 Selbyville, DE $124,486 Smyrna, DE $121,914 Viola, DE $123,023 Woodside, DE $122,669

Bear, DE $121,017 Newark, DE $121,064 Claymont, DE $121,159 Delaware City, DE $121,064 Hockessin, DE $121,159 Kirkwood, DE $121,064 Middletown, DE $121,666 Montchanin, DE $121,159

New Castle, DE $121,159 Odessa, DE $121,831 Port Penn, DE $120,734 Rockland, DE $121,159 Saint Georges, DE $121,064 Townsend, DE $121,654 Winterthur, DE $121,159 Lewes, DE $123,660

Wilmington, DE $121,159 Dover, DE $122,457 Dover Afb, DE $122,740 Bethany Beach, DE $124,486 Bethel, DE $122,362 Bridgeville, DE $123,660 Camden Wyoming, DE $122,586 Cheswold, DE $122,173

Clayton, DE $121,867 Dagsboro, DE $124,486 Delmar, DE $122,362 Ellendale, DE $123,660 Felton, DE $123,660 Fenwick Island, DE $124,486 Frankford, DE $124,486 Frederica, DE $123,660

Georgetown, DE $123,660 Greenwood, DE $123,660 Harbeson, DE $123,660 Harrington, DE $123,660 Hartly, DE $121,808 Houston, DE $123,660 Kenton, DE $121,867 Laurel, DE $122,362

Yorklyn, DE $121,159

Network Security Administrator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network Security Administrator'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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$110,501

Average $119,755/year

$127,410

$9,208

Average $9,980/month

$10,618

$2,125

Average $2,303/week

$2,450

$53

Average $58/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,410	$10,618	$2,450	$61
Average	$119,755	$9,980	$2,303	$58
25th Percentile	$110,501	$9,208	$2,125	$53

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