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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Reading

Salary for Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Reading

126000 - 212000

25th percentile
126000
The candidate has little or no prior experience in the position and is still developing relevant skills.
50th percentile
177250
The candidate has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.
75th percentile
212000
The candidate has above-average experience, has most or all the necessary skills, and may have specialised qualifications.
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