Prepare Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Press into pan. Bake at 325°F for 10 minutes.
Make Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time. Mix in cream, vanilla, and salt.
Bake: Pour filling into crust. Bake in water bath at 325°F for 1 hour 15 minutes.
Cool: Let cool in oven for 1 hour, then refrigerate for 4+ hours.
Make Topping: Cook butter, sugar, cream, and corn syrup until thickened. Add pecans and vanilla.
Finish: Pour topping over chilled cheesecake. Refrigerate until set.