Information Security Analyst salary in San Francisco, CA
Median pay, San Francisco Bay Area (SF/Oakland)
$162,310/year
about $78.03 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $115,000 – $201,690
Half of information security analysts in the San Francisco Bay Area (SF/Oakland) area earn more than $162,310 a year and half earn less. That's 26% higher than the national median of $129,180, and ranks #2 of the 28 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $61,860 | $29.74 |
| 25th | $115,000 | $55.29 |
| Median (50th) | $162,310 | $78.03 |
| 75th | $201,690 | $96.97 |
| 90th (top earners) | $246,070 | $118.30 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a information security analyst job in the San Francisco Bay Area (SF/Oakland) area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $115,000 ($55.29/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $115,000 to $201,690 ($55.29 to $96.97/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $201,690 ($96.97/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- Certifications like Security+, CISSP or CySA+ can raise offers, and some employers pay for the exam.
- Security operations roles often include on-call or shift work. Ask how often, and whether it's paid extra.
- A security clearance can add a lot to pay for government and contractor jobs.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, San Francisco Bay Area (SF/Oakland). Occupation: Information Security Analysts (SOC 15-1212). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.