AI Cybersecurity Analyst Salary.
Across 83 U.S. cities.
$128,000
national median salary
$95,000 to $165,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$171,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$133,000
Anchorage, AK
Lowest Paying
$97,000
Jackson, MS
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026.
The average AI Cybersecurity Analyst salary in the United States is $128,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $95,000 at the 25th percentile to $165,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $171,000, while Anchorage offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. Compensation reflects the dual expertise in cybersecurity operations and AI/ML applications.
AI Cybersecurity Analyst salary by city
Skills that increase AI Cybersecurity Analyst pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for AI Cybersecurity Analysts based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $17,920 to your annual compensation.
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What you should know
Compensation reflects the dual expertise in cybersecurity operations and AI/ML applications. Analysts who can build ML-based threat detection, automate security operations center workflows with AI, and detect adversarial attacks on AI systems earn premiums. Security clearances add 10% to 20% at government and defense-adjacent organizations.
Junior AI security analysts start at $80,000 to $100,000. Mid-level analysts building ML-based detection systems reach $120,000 to $148,000. Senior analysts leading AI security programs earn $155,000 to $190,000. Directors of AI security at enterprises or security companies can reach $210,000 to $270,000 in total compensation.
Bonuses of 10% to 15% are standard. Equity at cybersecurity AI companies adds $15,000 to $55,000 annually. Bug bounty income can supplement salary by $5,000 to $50,000+ per year. Benefits include security certification reimbursement (CISSP, CEH, OSCP) and conference attendance budgets.