What is the pay outlook for Information Technology?
Overall demand for information technology workers will continue to grow as companies increasingly rely on data and technology. Individual job outlook varies by profession; demand for more specialized jobs, like cybersecurity analysts, is expected to grow significantly, while other jobs are vulnerable to outsourcing. IT jobs, which are particularly well-suited for remote work, usually require higher education or certifications and offer higher than average salaries.
Security Manager salary in US
A Security Manager salary range in US can vary based on important factors such as education, skills, certifications, and years of experience. A Security Manager in US can expect to see an entry level salary range of $33,616 to $81,303 per year, based on 24 salary contributions. At the highest seniority level, an experienced Security Manager in US can make a salary range of $41,336 to $147,765 with at least 5 years of experience, based on 39 salary contributions. The top 3 companies in US where a Security Manager gets the highest compensation are Splunk, Inc., Databricks and Accenture Ltd. Bigger companies typically pay 64.44% more than smaller companies for a Security Manager.
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Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Security Manager in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $181,317, Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $133,291, Telecommunications with a median total pay of $115,535, Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services with a median total pay of $101,290, and Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $97,417.
Frequently asked questions about Security Manager salaries
The average salary for Security Manager is $87,906 per year or $42 per hour, with top earners making up to $155,787 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $65,930 (25th percentile) to $119,270 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 1664 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Security Manager employees.
The highest salary for Security Manager is $119,270 per year, $9,939 per month or $57 per hour.
The lowest salary for Security Manager is $65,930 per year, $5,494 per month or $32 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Security Manager ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $81,084 per year (estimate) and goes up to $271,012 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
Security managers earn pay that is similar to the pay of correctional facilities managers and police managers. Security managers with experience overseeing large events, such as political campaigns, celebrity tours or high-risk office building operations may earn higher pay. Additionally, foreign language proficiency and military experience may increase a candidate’s pay. Successful security managers can open their own security training firms and charge high hourly rates.
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