What are the main factors that influence a Lead Software Security Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Lead Software Security Engineer's salary?

A Lead Software Security Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Lead Software Security Engineer (2-4 years)earns $106,926, a Cyber Security Architect II (4-7 years)earns $132,474, a Cyber Security Architect III (7+ years)earns $152,957, a Cyber Security Architect IV (7-10 years)earns $180,283, a Cyber Security Architect V (10-12 years)earns $210,721,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Software Security Engineer?

Lead Software Security Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Software Security Engineer roles are District of Columbia $114,708, California $114,273, Massachusetts $112,750. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Software Security Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Software Security Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Software Engineer, Integration: $212,777; Lead Software Engineer IV: $176,916; Lead Platform Software Engineer: $173,048; Lead Software Engineer: $172,039; Embedded Software Engineer Lead: $150,054.

Lead Software Security Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Software Security Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Software Security Engineer in Delaware is $104,918 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

However, a Lead Software Security Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,262
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,279 to $113,997
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,504

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Lead Software Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,997	$9,500	$2,192	$55
Average	$104,918	$8,743	$2,018	$50
25th Percentile	$95,279	$7,940	$1,832	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Software Security Engineer Salaries

A Lead Software Security Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Lead Software Security Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Software Security Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $106,926
Early Career (1-2 years): $132,474
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $152,957
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $180,283
Expert (over 8 years): $210,721

Levels	Salary
Lead Soft... Level Lead Software Security Engineer	$106,926
Cyber Sec... Level Lead Software Security Engineer	$132,474
Cyber Sec... Level Lead Software Security Engineer	$152,957
Cyber Sec... Level Lead Software Security Engineer	$180,283
Cyber Sec... Level Lead Software Security Engineer	$210,721

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How Do Lead Software Security Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lead Software Security Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $114,708.
California: $114,273.
Massachusetts: $112,750.

District of Columbia $114,708 California $114,273 Massachusetts $112,750 Washington $112,336 New Jersey $112,294 Alaska $112,149 Connecticut $110,719 New York $110,139

Hawaii $108,285 Rhode Island $107,415 Maryland $106,824 Minnesota $106,016 Colorado $105,705 Illinois $105,602 Oregon $105,208 Delaware $104,918

New Hampshire $104,735 Virginia $104,327 Pennsylvania $103,136 Nevada $102,535 North Dakota $102,338 Michigan $102,027 Wisconsin $101,913 Vermont $101,685

Texas $101,053 Maine $101,012 Arizona $100,950 Ohio $100,877 Georgia $99,924 Indiana $99,448 Wyoming $99,354 Utah $99,209

Iowa $99,147 Kansas $98,650 Louisiana $98,505 North Carolina $98,453 Missouri $98,432 Florida $98,028 Montana $97,811 Nebraska $97,603

Kentucky $97,489 South Carolina $97,075 Tennessee $96,816 Idaho $96,712 New Mexico $95,956 Oklahoma $95,790 Alabama $95,179 South Dakota $94,153

Arkansas $93,594 West Virginia $93,294 Mississippi $92,392

Top Paying Cities for Lead Software Security Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $104,445
Little Creek: $105,210
Magnolia: $105,059

Lincoln, DE $104,445 Little Creek, DE $105,210 Magnolia, DE $105,059 Milford, DE $104,711 Marydel, DE $104,883 Millsboro, DE $104,007 Millville, DE $104,168 Milton, DE $104,348

Nassau, DE $104,424 Ocean View, DE $104,150 Rehoboth Beach, DE $104,350 Seaford, DE $104,409 Selbyville, DE $103,977 Smyrna, DE $105,282 Viola, DE $104,798 Woodside, DE $105,079

Bear, DE $104,837 Newark, DE $104,798 Claymont, DE $105,012 Delaware City, DE $104,902 Hockessin, DE $104,788 Kirkwood, DE $104,883 Middletown, DE $104,923 Montchanin, DE $104,812

New Castle, DE $104,828 Odessa, DE $104,975 Port Penn, DE $105,045 Rockland, DE $104,822 Saint Georges, DE $104,890 Townsend, DE $105,051 Winterthur, DE $104,835 Lewes, DE $104,388

Wilmington, DE $104,793 Dover, DE $105,210 Dover Afb, DE $104,656 Bethany Beach, DE $104,040 Bethel, DE $104,148 Bridgeville, DE $104,394 Camden Wyoming, DE $104,914 Cheswold, DE $105,176

Clayton, DE $105,179 Dagsboro, DE $103,968 Delmar, DE $103,801 Ellendale, DE $104,116 Felton, DE $104,702 Fenwick Island, DE $103,991 Frankford, DE $103,809 Frederica, DE $104,806

Georgetown, DE $103,928 Greenwood, DE $104,410 Harbeson, DE $104,039 Harrington, DE $104,570 Hartly, DE $104,895 Houston, DE $104,420 Kenton, DE $105,184 Laurel, DE $103,866

Yorklyn, DE $104,819

Lead Software Security Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Software Security Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$95,279

Average $104,918/year

$113,997

$7,940

Average $8,743/month

$9,500

$1,832

Average $2,018/week

$2,192

$46

Average $50/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,997	$9,500	$2,192	$55
Average	$104,918	$8,743	$2,018	$50
25th Percentile	$95,279	$7,940	$1,832	$46

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