How much does a Director Information Systems (IS) make in California? The average Director Information Systems (IS) salary in California is $225,100 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $202,700 and $250,600. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Director Information Systems (IS) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Director Information Systems (IS) Salary $182,306 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Director Information Systems (IS) Salary $202,700 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Director Information Systems (IS) Salary $225,100 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Director Information Systems (IS) Salary $250,600 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Director Information Systems (IS) Salary $273,816 CA March 26, 2024
25% $202,700 10% $182,306 90% $273,816 75% $250,600 $225,100 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Director Information Systems (IS) analyzes the needs of different departments and determines ways to meet business objectives by modifying existing or developing new information processing systems. Establishes, plans, and administers the overall policies and goals for the information technology department. Being a Director Information Systems (IS) requires a bachelor's degree. Manages the research and selection of IT equipment, applications, and supplies. In addition, Director Information Systems (IS) typically reports to a CIO. The Director Information Systems (IS) manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Director Information Systems (IS) typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $215,051 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $218,112 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $225,865 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $214,643 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $209,134 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $222,600 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $215,663 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $203,217 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $248,921 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $248,308 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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