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

A Network Security Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Network Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $119,582, a Network Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $140,511, a Network Security Engineer (7-10 years)earns $160,891, a Network Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $201,345, a Network Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $126,804,

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

Network Security Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Security Engineer roles are District of Columbia $171,188, California $170,538, Massachusetts $168,266. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Network Security Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Network Engineer VI: $191,640; Network Security Senior Manager: $180,035; Network Security Manager: $153,358; Network Engineer V: $153,136; Network And Security Engineer: $151,371.

Network Security Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Network Security Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Network Security Engineer in Hawaii is $161,571 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $78.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $181,911
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $150,492 to $172,218
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $140,406

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Network Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$172,218	$14,351	$3,312	$83
Average	$161,571	$13,464	$3,107	$78
25th Percentile	$150,492	$12,541	$2,894	$72

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Key Factors That Influence Network Security Engineer Salaries

A Network 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 Network Security Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network 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): $119,582
Early Career (1-2 years): $140,511
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $160,891
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $201,345
Expert (over 8 years): $126,804

Levels	Salary
Network E... Level Network Security Engineer	$119,582
Network E... Level Network Security Engineer	$140,511
Network S... Level Network Security Engineer	$160,891
Network E... Level Network Security Engineer	$201,345
Network E... Level Network Security Engineer	$126,804

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

District of Columbia: $171,188.
California: $170,538.
Massachusetts: $168,266.

District of Columbia $171,188 California $170,538 Massachusetts $168,266 Washington $167,647 New Jersey $167,585 Alaska $167,369 Connecticut $165,235 New York $164,369

Hawaii $161,602 Rhode Island $160,303 Maryland $159,422 Minnesota $158,216 Colorado $157,752 Illinois $157,597 Oregon $157,010 Delaware $156,577

New Hampshire $156,305 Virginia $155,696 Pennsylvania $153,918 Nevada $153,021 North Dakota $152,727 Michigan $152,263 Wisconsin $152,093 Vermont $151,753

Texas $150,810 Maine $150,748 Arizona $150,655 Ohio $150,547 Georgia $149,125 Indiana $148,413 Wyoming $148,274 Utah $148,058

Iowa $147,965 Kansas $147,223 Louisiana $147,006 North Carolina $146,929 Missouri $146,898 Florida $146,295 Montana $145,970 Nebraska $145,661

Kentucky $145,491 South Carolina $144,873 Tennessee $144,486 Idaho $144,332 New Mexico $143,203 Oklahoma $142,955 Alabama $142,043 South Dakota $140,513

Arkansas $139,678 West Virginia $139,229 Mississippi $137,884

Top Paying Cities for Network 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:

Aiea: $160,782
Anahola: $159,700
Captain Cook: $159,700

Aiea, HI $160,782 Anahola, HI $159,700 Captain Cook, HI $159,700 Eleele, HI $159,700 Ewa Beach, HI $160,782 Kapolei, HI $160,427 Haiku, HI $159,700 Hakalau, HI $159,700

Haleiwa, HI $159,700 Hana, HI $159,700 Hanalei, HI $159,700 Hanamaulu, HI $159,700 Hanapepe, HI $159,700 Hauula, HI $160,056 Hawaii National Park, HI $159,700 Hawi, HI $159,700

Hilo, HI $159,700 Princeville, HI $159,700 Holualoa, HI $159,700 Honaunau, HI $159,700 Honokaa, HI $159,700 Honomu, HI $159,700 Hoolehua, HI $159,700 Kaaawa, HI $160,349

Kahuku, HI $159,700 Kahului, HI $159,700 Kailua, HI $160,782 Ocean View, HI $159,700 Waikoloa, HI $159,700 Keauhou, HI $159,700 Kailua Kona, HI $159,700 Kalaheo, HI $159,700

Kalaupapa, HI $159,700 Kamuela, HI $159,700 Kaneohe, HI $160,782 Kapaa, HI $159,700 Kaumakani, HI $159,700 Kaunakakai, HI $159,700 Keaau, HI $159,700 Kealakekua, HI $159,700

Kealia, HI $159,700 Kekaha, HI $159,700 Kihei, HI $159,700 Kilauea, HI $159,700 Kapaau, HI $159,700 Koloa, HI $159,700 Kualapuu, HI $159,700 Kunia, HI $160,272

Kurtistown, HI $159,700 Lahaina, HI $159,700 Laie, HI $159,839 Lanai City, HI $159,700 Laupahoehoe, HI $159,700 Lawai, HI $159,700 Lihue, HI $159,700 Makawao, HI $159,700

Makaweli, HI $159,700 Maunaloa, HI $159,700 Mountain View, HI $159,700 Naalehu, HI $159,700 Ninole, HI $159,700 Ookala, HI $159,700 Paauilo, HI $159,700 Pahala, HI $159,700

Pahoa, HI $159,700 Paia, HI $159,700 Papaaloa, HI $159,700 Papaikou, HI $159,700 Pearl City, HI $160,782 Pepeekeo, HI $159,700 Puunene, HI $159,700 Volcano, HI $159,700

Wahiawa, HI $160,272 Pukalani, HI $159,700 Mililani, HI $160,489 Kula, HI $159,700 Waialua, HI $159,700 Waianae, HI $159,839 Wailuku, HI $159,700 Waimanalo, HI $160,782

Waimea, HI $159,700 Waipahu, HI $160,705 Honolulu, HI $160,782 J B P H H, HI $160,782 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $160,349 Schofield Barracks, HI $160,210 Fort Shafter, HI $160,782 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $160,782

Camp H M Smith, HI $160,782 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $160,705 Wake Island, HI $160,782

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

Understanding how a Network 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 18, 2021

$150,492

Average $161,571/year

$172,218

$12,541

Average $13,464/month

$14,351

$2,894

Average $3,107/week

$3,312

$72

Average $78/hour

$83

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$172,218	$14,351	$3,312	$83
Average	$161,571	$13,464	$3,107	$78
25th Percentile	$150,492	$12,541	$2,894	$72

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