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🛡️ Official Bureau of Labor Statistics & Tech Benchmark (2026)

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Salary in Boston, MA

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Boston, MA.

Demand: +33%
$450,000
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $216.35/hr
📊 80% Range: $300,000 – $775,000
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $300,000
25th % Junior $375,000
50th % Median $450,000
75th % Senior $612,500
90th % Top 10% $775,000
Base Annual Salary $450,000
Target Annual Bonus $54,000
Annual Stock / Equity $99,000
Total Compensation (TC) $603,000
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in Boston, MA

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$300,000
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$450,000
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$612,500
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$775,000

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Salary in Other US Locations

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Role Profile & Career Requirements

The CISO establishes enterprise cybersecurity vision, manages incident response teams, defends against state-sponsored threats, and ensures SOC2/ISO27001 compliance.

Required Education
Master's in Cybersecurity / CISSP / Executive Leadership
Experience Benchmark
12+ years
10-Year Projected Growth
+33%

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) make in Boston, MA?

The median annual salary for a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Boston, MA is $450,000, with entry-level professionals earning around $300,000 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $775,000.

What is the average hourly rate for a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Boston, MA?

On average, a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Boston, MA makes approximately $216.35 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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