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

A Network Security Professional's salary grows with experience: a Community Relations Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $67,612, a Network Security Professional (2-4 years)earns $84,544, a Community Relations Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $107,957, a Community Relations Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $133,507, a Community Relations Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $170,216,

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

Network Security Professional salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Security Professional roles are District of Columbia $83,983, California $83,664, Massachusetts $82,549. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Network Security Professional level roles vary by specialization: Network Security Senior Manager: $180,035; IS and Cyber Security Professional - Expert Team Lead: $162,090; Network Security Engineer: $154,613; Network Security Manager: $153,358; IS and Cyber Security Professional - Senior Specialist: $139,890.

Network Security Professional Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Network Security Professional make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Network Security Professional in District of Columbia is $84,423 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,283
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,506 to $93,248
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,208

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Network Security Professional Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,248	$7,771	$1,793	$45
Average	$84,423	$7,035	$1,624	$41
25th Percentile	$77,506	$6,459	$1,490	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Network Security Professional Salaries

A Network Security Professional'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 Professional Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network Security Professional'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): $67,612
Early Career (1-2 years): $84,544
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,957
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,507
Expert (over 8 years): $170,216

Levels	Salary
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$67,612
Network S... Level Network Security Professional	$84,544
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$107,957
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$133,507
Community... Level Network Security Professional	$170,216

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

District of Columbia: $83,983.
California: $83,664.
Massachusetts: $82,549.

District of Columbia $83,983 California $83,664 Massachusetts $82,549 Washington $82,246 New Jersey $82,215 Alaska $82,109 Connecticut $81,062 New York $80,638

Hawaii $79,280 Rhode Island $78,643 Maryland $78,210 Minnesota $77,619 Colorado $77,391 Illinois $77,315 Oregon $77,027 Delaware $76,815

New Hampshire $76,681 Virginia $76,382 Pennsylvania $75,510 Nevada $75,070 North Dakota $74,926 Michigan $74,699 Wisconsin $74,615 Vermont $74,448

Texas $73,986 Maine $73,955 Arizona $73,910 Ohio $73,857 Georgia $73,159 Indiana $72,810 Wyoming $72,742 Utah $72,635

Iowa $72,590 Kansas $72,226 Louisiana $72,120 North Carolina $72,082 Missouri $72,067 Florida $71,771 Montana $71,611 Nebraska $71,460

Kentucky $71,376 South Carolina $71,073 Tennessee $70,883 Idaho $70,807 New Mexico $70,254 Oklahoma $70,132 Alabama $69,685 South Dakota $68,934

Arkansas $68,524 West Virginia $68,304 Mississippi $67,644

Top Paying Cities for Network Security Professionals

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:

Parcel Return Service: $83,983
Washington: $83,983
Naval Anacost Annex: $83,983

Parcel Return Service, DC $83,983 Washington, DC $83,983 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $83,983 Washington Navy Yard, DC $83,983

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

Understanding how a Network Security Professional'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

$77,506

Average $84,423/year

$93,248

$6,459

Average $7,035/month

$7,771

$1,490

Average $1,624/week

$1,793

$37

Average $41/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,248	$7,771	$1,793	$45
Average	$84,423	$7,035	$1,624	$41
25th Percentile	$77,506	$6,459	$1,490	$37

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