Cyberstats

Security Intelligence

The top 1% of CISOs earn more than $3.2 million in total compensation, which is approximately 10 times the median and 20 times the bottom 10%.

IANS & Artico Search

November 16, 2025

Source

View Original Report

Published on 11/13/2025

Share or Copy this stat

Want More Statistics Like This?

Get the latest cybersecurity stats delivered to your inbox every week

Related Statistics

15% of CISOs changed employers in 2025, an increase from 11% in 2024.

IANS & Artico Search•11/16/2025

CISOs who remained at their companies and took on expanded responsibilities saw an average compensation increase of 8.1% in 2025, compared to a 5% increase among those who switched jobs.

IANS & Artico Search•11/16/2025

70% of CISOs receive equity, which can represent up to half of total pay among top earners.

IANS & Artico Search•11/16/2025

Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats

Join 1,000+ security professionals getting weekly insights