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

A Lead Security Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Information Security Supervisor (10+ years)earns $89,318, an Information Security Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $135,846, an Lead Security Engineer (10+ years)earns $149,881, an Information Security Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $189,420, an Information Security Director (10+ years)earns $213,311,

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

Lead Security Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Security Engineer roles are District of Columbia $164,353, California $163,729, Massachusetts $161,547. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Lead Security Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Database Engineer, Lead/Expert: $168,400; Lead Engineer, Cloud Security: $166,600; Cyber Security Lead: $164,508; Lead Security Architect: $164,508; Lead Security Analyst: $139,902.

Lead Security Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Security Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lead Security Engineer in Delaware is $150,667 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $173,102
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $138,226 to $162,410
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,899

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Lead Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,410	$13,534	$3,123	$78
Average	$150,667	$12,556	$2,897	$72
25th Percentile	$138,226	$11,519	$2,658	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Security Engineer Salaries

A Lead 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 Lead Security Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead 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): $89,318
Early Career (1-2 years): $135,846
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $149,881
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $189,420
Expert (over 8 years): $213,311

Levels	Salary
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$89,318
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$135,846
Lead Secu... Level Lead Security Engineer	$149,881
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$189,420
Informati... Level Lead Security Engineer	$213,311

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

District of Columbia: $164,353.
California: $163,729.
Massachusetts: $161,547.

District of Columbia $164,353 California $163,729 Massachusetts $161,547 Washington $160,953 New Jersey $160,894 Alaska $160,686 Connecticut $158,638 New York $157,806

Hawaii $155,149 Rhode Island $153,903 Maryland $153,056 Minnesota $151,899 Colorado $151,453 Illinois $151,305 Oregon $150,741 Delaware $150,325

New Hampshire $150,064 Virginia $149,479 Pennsylvania $147,772 Nevada $146,911 North Dakota $146,629 Michigan $146,184 Wisconsin $146,020 Vermont $145,694

Texas $144,788 Maine $144,729 Arizona $144,640 Ohio $144,536 Georgia $143,170 Indiana $142,487 Wyoming $142,354 Utah $142,146

Iowa $142,057 Kansas $141,344 Louisiana $141,137 North Carolina $141,062 Missouri $141,033 Florida $140,454 Montana $140,142 Nebraska $139,845

Kentucky $139,682 South Carolina $139,088 Tennessee $138,717 Idaho $138,569 New Mexico $137,485 Oklahoma $137,248 Alabama $136,372 South Dakota $134,902

Arkansas $134,101 West Virginia $133,670 Mississippi $132,379

Top Paying Cities for Lead 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:

Lincoln: $155,580
Little Creek: $154,140
Magnolia: $154,778

Lincoln, DE $155,580 Little Creek, DE $154,140 Magnolia, DE $154,778 Milford, DE $155,580 Marydel, DE $153,561 Millsboro, DE $155,580 Millville, DE $156,619 Milton, DE $155,580

Nassau, DE $155,580 Ocean View, DE $156,619 Rehoboth Beach, DE $156,619 Seaford, DE $153,947 Selbyville, DE $156,619 Smyrna, DE $153,383 Viola, DE $154,778 Woodside, DE $154,333

Bear, DE $152,255 Newark, DE $152,314 Claymont, DE $152,433 Delaware City, DE $152,314 Hockessin, DE $152,433 Kirkwood, DE $152,314 Middletown, DE $153,071 Montchanin, DE $152,433

New Castle, DE $152,433 Odessa, DE $153,279 Port Penn, DE $151,899 Rockland, DE $152,433 Saint Georges, DE $152,314 Townsend, DE $153,056 Winterthur, DE $152,433 Lewes, DE $155,580

Wilmington, DE $152,433 Dover, DE $154,066 Dover Afb, DE $154,422 Bethany Beach, DE $156,619 Bethel, DE $153,947 Bridgeville, DE $155,580 Camden Wyoming, DE $154,229 Cheswold, DE $153,710

Clayton, DE $153,324 Dagsboro, DE $156,619 Delmar, DE $153,947 Ellendale, DE $155,580 Felton, DE $155,580 Fenwick Island, DE $156,619 Frankford, DE $156,619 Frederica, DE $155,580

Georgetown, DE $155,580 Greenwood, DE $155,580 Harbeson, DE $155,580 Harrington, DE $155,580 Hartly, DE $153,249 Houston, DE $155,580 Kenton, DE $153,324 Laurel, DE $153,947

Yorklyn, DE $152,433

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

Understanding how a Lead 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

$138,226

Average $150,667/year

$162,410

$11,519

Average $12,556/month

$13,534

$2,658

Average $2,897/week

$3,123

$66

Average $72/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,410	$13,534	$3,123	$78
Average	$150,667	$12,556	$2,897	$72
25th Percentile	$138,226	$11,519	$2,658	$66

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