What is the average cybersecurity salary?

The average median cybersecurity salary across technical roles is approximately $115,000 to $120,000 per year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Salaries range from $87,400 for entry-level SOC Analysts to $232,000 for CISOs. Cybersecurity professionals earn roughly 47% above the US national median income.

How much do cybersecurity sales roles pay?

Cybersecurity sales roles are structured around on-target earnings (OTE), which combines base salary and commission. Entry-level Sales Development Representatives earn $60,000 to $80,000 OTE, while experienced Account Executives earn $200,000 to $400,000 OTE at top vendors. Sales Engineers typically earn $160,000 to $250,000 OTE.

Where does DecipherU get its salary data?

Technical cybersecurity salary data comes from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, which surveys 1.1 million employers annually. Sales compensation data is derived from industry OTE benchmarks. All data is sourced from the most recently published BLS OEWS survey.

Salary intelligence

Cybersecurity salaries

Median compensation across 8 cybersecurity career paths, sourced directly from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program.

Highest median

$232,000

Chief Information Security Officer →

Entry-level floor

$82,500

GRC Analyst →

Average median

$143,936

Across all 8 roles

vs. US median income

+142%

Average premium →

Salary by role

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How to read this data

Salary figures represent median annual wages from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. “Median” means half of workers in that role earn more and half earn less. Actual compensation varies significantly by geography, experience level, industry sector, and employer size.

The “vs. US median” column compares each role’s median salary to the overall U.S. median household income of $59,384, providing context for the relative earning power of cybersecurity careers.

OTE (On-Target Earnings): base salary plus expected commissions and bonuses

For a deeper analysis of any role including skill requirements, certification ROI, and career progression paths, visit the individual career guide.

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Salary data is compiled from public sources including the Bureau of Labor Statistics and industry surveys. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, company, and negotiation. This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.

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