CISA Salary in United States 2026
CISA is in steady demand across US financial services, technology, healthcare, and government, where IS audit and IT-risk roles increasingly list the credential as preferred or required. Pay runs highest in major metros and for candidates who pair CISA with cloud or security specialisation.
Estimated annual salary · United States · Mid · 3–5 yrs
$115,000
Typical range $95,000 – $135,000
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Indicative ranges compiled from public salary sources (see methodology). Actual pay in United States varies by employer, city, and role.
CISA salary in United States by experience
How CISA-certified pay in United States progresses from entry level to management:
| Experience | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry · 0–2 yrs | $70,000 | $85,000 | $100,000 |
| Mid · 3–5 yrs | $95,000 | $115,000 | $135,000 |
| Senior · 6–10 yrs | $120,000 | $148,000 | $178,000 |
| Lead / Manager · 10+ yrs | $150,000 | $185,000 | $225,000 |
Where CISA pays in United States
Demand and pay concentrate in United States’s main commercial hubs and in the sectors that run the most regulated IT environments.
Top hiring hubs
Sectors hiring CISA professionals
Methodology & sources
Figures are indicative annual benchmarks for United States, compiled and cross-checked from public salary data, last updated May 2026. Sources include:
- ISACA Salary Survey
- Payscale — CISA certification salary data
- Glassdoor
- Robert Half Technology Salary Guide
- Regional job boards (Indeed, Naukri, Bayt, Seek)
Benchmarks for guidance, not guarantees of pay. Local market conditions, employer, city, and individual experience all affect real compensation.
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