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Cybersecurity Analyst Salary in Philippines 2026: Benchmarks, Range & Skills

+16.0% YoYMarket research summary
  • Regional security operations centers serving multiple markets from the Philippines are scaling headcount as cyber-incident volumes climb.

The median Cybersecurity Analyst salary in Philippines is ₱44K/mo in 2026, with a typical range from ₱41K/mo to ₱48K/mo. Pay has moved +16.0% year-on-year. Metro Manila currently leads city pay at ₱55K/mo. This is base salary for permanent employees. Contracting instead? See day rates for this role below.

What does A Cybersecurity Analyst do?

A Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats across an organisation's systems and networks.

Day-to-day responsibilities

  • Monitoring SIEM dashboards for threat signals
  • Investigating security alerts
  • Conducting vulnerability assessments
  • Writing incident reports
  • Managing phishing simulations
  • Advising on security hygiene improvements
Low demand+16% CISSP+14% SIEM platforms (Splunk, Sentinel)+15% Threat intelligence frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK)

National Median Monthly Salary

₱44K/mo

per month

Philippines monthly benchmark • 2026

Salary Range (P25 – P75)

₱44K
₱39K₱55K

Data quality & confidence

Confidence Score

60%

YoY Momentum

+16.0%

Median salary benchmark

₱44K/mo

monthly - 2026

Typical salary range

₱41K-₱48K/mo

25th-75th percentile

Year-on-year pay movement

+16.0%

from market research

Forward pay outlook

₱50K/mo

Forecasted market posture

Permanent Salary Benchmark for Cybersecurity Analyst

Permanent salary benchmarks for Cybersecurity Analyst in Philippines, from the low end to the top of the range, based on published market compensation data.

₱44K
₱39K₱55K

Low

₱39K

P25

₱41K

Median

₱44K

P75

₱48K

High

₱55K

Cybersecurity Analyst Take-Home Pay in the Philippines (2026)

After BIR Income Tax & Contributions · single, standard payroll deductions

Entry

Take-home/year

₱422,540

Effective rate

14.1%

Median

Take-home/year

₱450,620

Effective rate

14.7%

Senior

Take-home/year

₱488,060

Effective rate

15.3%

See the full band-by-band breakdown for Cybersecurity Analyst

Adjust for your actual salary, see each BIR TRAIN income tax, SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG contributions band, and get monthly and weekly figures.

Cybersecurity Analyst market demand in the Philippines

Hiring outlook · remote rate · top employers

Hiring outlook

Growing

Remote / hybrid

62%

of roles offer remote or hybrid

Salary growth (YoY)

+16.0%

market is paying more

Top hirers:
AccentureBDODeutsche Knowledge ServicesJPMorgan ChaseIBMConcentrix

Full market demand breakdown for Cybersecurity Analyst

Hiring drivers, remote rate detail, full employer list, and demand FAQs for the Philippines.

Market demand guide

Contract day rates available for this role

Median ₱54K/mo, see full breakdown, city rates, and take-home calculator

View Cybersecurity Analyst day rates →
  • Regional security operations centers serving multiple markets from the Philippines are scaling headcount as cyber-incident volumes climb.

Market Demand & Outlook

Hiring demand, top locations, and career outlook for Cybersecurity Analyst

Moderate Confidence

Demand level

Low

Based on hiring signals relative to similar roles in this market.

Top hiring locations

Metro ManilaCebuClarkDavao

Career outlook

Strong upward salary momentum

Cybersecurity Analyst salaries are showing strong movement, with latest benchmark growth at +16.0%.

Cybersecurity Analyst Salary by Seniority Level

Seniority is the biggest single driver of Cybersecurity Analyst pay in Philippines. Entry-level roles start at ₱25K, rising 360% to ₱115K at lead or principal level.

Junior

₱25K

₱25K-₱25K middle band

Mid-level

₱44K

₱44K-₱44K middle band

Senior

₱75K

₱75K-₱75K middle band

Principal/Lead

₱115K

₱115K-₱115K middle band

Skills That Command a Premium for Cybersecurity Analysts

Certain technical skills push Cybersecurity Analyst salaries in Philippines significantly above the ₱44K median. These are the most impactful skills to develop or highlight when negotiating.

CISSP

+16%

salary premium vs median

SIEM platforms (Splunk, Sentinel)

+14%

salary premium vs median

Threat intelligence frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK)

+15%

salary premium vs median

Cloud security (AWS Security Hub)

+18%

salary premium vs median

How Much Does a Cybersecurity Analyst Earn by City in Philippines?

Cybersecurity Analyst salary varies meaningfully by location. Metro Manila commands a +25% premium over the national benchmark (₱55K), while Davao sits -11% at ₱39K. Location is worth factoring into any offer negotiation.

How does Cybersecurity Analyst pay compare to similar roles?

Why Cybersecurity Analyst Salaries Are at This Level

Cybersecurity Analysts in Philippines earn a median salary of ₱44K/mo in 2026, with a typical range from ₱41K at the 25th percentile to ₱48K at the 75th percentile. This benchmark reflects published market compensation data for monthly pay across the Philippines market.

Metro Manila currently leads city pay at ₱55K/mo, which is 25% above the national benchmark. City coverage for this role includes Metro Manila, Cebu, Clark, Davao, helping you compare local pay differences without needing separate city-role pages.

At experience level, entry roles start around ₱25K/mo, senior roles sit near ₱75K/mo, and lead-level roles reach about ₱115K/mo. Demand is currently moderate for this role based on recent coverage and salary momentum signals.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cybersecurity Analyst Salary in Philippines

1

What is the median Cybersecurity Analyst salary in Philippines?

The median Cybersecurity Analyst salary in Philippines is ₱44K/mo in 2026. The typical range runs from ₱41K/mo at the 25th percentile to ₱48K/mo at the 75th percentile, based on published market compensation data.

2

Is Cybersecurity Analyst salary increasing in Philippines?

Cybersecurity Analyst salaries have moved +16.0% year-on-year in Philippines.

3

How does Cybersecurity Analyst salary vary by city in Philippines?

Cybersecurity Analyst salaries vary across Philippines. Metro Manila leads at ₱55K (+25% vs the national benchmark), while Davao sits at ₱39K. Use the city breakdown above to compare all locations.

4

What does a Cybersecurity Analyst take home after tax in Philippines?

A Cybersecurity Analyst earning the median ₱44K gross in Philippines will take home a net amount after income tax and other deductions. Use the PayMetric Labs take-home calculator on this page for an exact breakdown by tax band.

5

What experience level earns the most as a Cybersecurity Analyst in Philippines?

Principal/Lead-level Cybersecurity Analysts in Philippines earn the most, with a median of ₱115K, compared to ₱25K at entry level. Seniority is the strongest single driver of pay in this role.

6

How reliable is this Cybersecurity Analyst salary benchmark?

This benchmark is derived from verified market compensation data and is rated Moderate Confidence. High Confidence means the benchmark is corroborated across independent sources and is citation-ready. Moderate Confidence is directional context while coverage is still building. Limited Market Data means early signals only.

7

Is Cybersecurity Analyst pay increasing?

An indicative year-over-year signal of +16.0% is available from the latest market research for this role. This figure is directional market research rather than a matched prior-year observation in our own dataset.

8

What should employers and candidates take from this benchmark?

Candidates should compare offers against the ₱41K-₱48K middle-market band, while employers should treat ₱44K as the current market midpoint for this role.

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