Cyber Security Operations Lead Salary in the United States

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How much does a Cyber Security Operations Lead make in the United States? The average Cyber Security Operations Lead salary in the United States is $172,639 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $157,142 and $189,884. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Cyber Security Operations Lead

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Cyber Security Operations Lead with Security Clearance
Amentum - WAHIAWA , HI
POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the Cyber Security Operations Manager, the Cyber Security Operations Lead is responsible for leading the Cyber Se
- 4 days ago
Cyber Operations Planner Lead with Security Clearance
Leidos - ODENTON , MD
R-00146617 Description Looking for an opportunity to make an impact. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented
- 4 days ago
Senior Cyber Operations Lead with Security Clearance
Leidos - ODENTON , MD
R-00146619 Description Looking for an opportunity to make an impact. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented
- 4 days ago
Cyber Focused Operations Lead with Security Clearance
CACI - SPRINGFIELD , VA
Cyber Focused Operations Lead Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI Employee Type: Regular Perce
- 5 days ago
Security Operations Center (SOC) Lead with Security Clearance
Leidos - ALEXANDRIA , VA
R-00157662 Description Leidos has a current job opportunity for a Security Operations Center (SOC) Lead on the DISA GSM-O program in Alexandria, VA.  POSITION S
- 4 days ago
Security Operations Center Shift Lead with Security Clearance
General Dynamics Information Technology - SPRINGFIELD , VA
Own your career as a Security Operations Center Shift Lead at GDIT. Here, you'll have the opportunity to build strong lines of cyber defense using cutting-edge
- 4 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cyber Security Operations Lead in the United States. The base salary for Cyber Security Operations Lead ranges from $157,142 to $189,884 with the average base salary of $172,639. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $166,754 to $212,958 with the average total cash compensation of $187,430.

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