Recently, I got an on-site interview of a big 4 firm. Today, HR gave me call said I got all positives from the interviewers. The application will be presented to the partner of the division for approval. She welcomed me to ask any questions.
That is one thing I eager to know but not dare to ask: Salary. She only mentioned it in initial phone interview around 65K. At that time, she thought my profile matched to an advanced entry-level position. But during the interview, I felt myself matched to Senior position. ( they have opennings for Senior too.)I told the manager that I wanted to work in Senior level.
Should I ask the salary and title now or I wait until they give me the offer then negotiate it? Which method is more acceptable ? do the big 4 firms have rooms for salary negotiation? or they just have very rigid structure?
BTW, what is the average salary for a security professional with 2~3 years experiences in New York? My friend told me that NYC is an expensive city and 65K is just a survival living level.
Thanks for your time for this long text. I appreciate your answers.