Research and science jobs offer pay well above the national average. Increased demand for STEM workers is increasing salaries in research and science. Jobs in these fields, however, often require higher education at the graduate level and/or specialized training. While domain-specific expertise gives workers in these fields access to very specialized jobs, there are also many employers who hire STEM workers for their general data and technology skills.
Top paying industries
The top paying industry for Malware Analyst in United States is Information Technology with a median total pay of $114,250.
Frequently asked questions about Malware Analyst salaries
The average salary for Malware Analyst is $127,514 per year or $61 per hour, with top earners making up to $232,490 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $95,636 (25th percentile) to $175,479 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 58 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Malware Analyst employees.
The highest salary for Malware Analyst is $175,479 per year, $14,623 per month or $84 per hour.
The lowest salary for Malware Analyst is $95,636 per year, $7,970 per month or $46 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Malware Analyst ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $109,196 per year (estimate) and goes up to $278,232 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
