Security engineer: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Security engineer make in United States of America?

$104,290/ Annual
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The average Security engineer in United States of America is $104,290 per year or $52.78 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $63,180 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $148,449 per year.

Median$104,290

Low$63,180

High$148,449

Security engineer: Average Salary in United States of America

Maryland$128,118

California$119,310

Virginia$116,104

Washington$112,290

Georgia$105,953

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