Security Lead Salary in the United States

How much does a Security Lead make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Lead in the United States is $58,733 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,648
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,478 to $68,634
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,604
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75th Percentile $68,634 $5,719 $1,320 $33
Average $58,733 $4,894 $1,129 $28
25th Percentile $54,478 $4,540 $1,048 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Security Lead Salaries

A Security Lead'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Security Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Security Lead'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): $57,551
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $57,728
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,142
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $58,615
  • Expert (over 8 years): $59,360
Levels Salary
Entry Level Security Lead$57,551
Intermediate Level Security Lead$57,728
Senior Level Security Lead$58,142
Specialist Level Security Lead$58,615
Expert Level Security Lead$59,360
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$57,728 < 2 yrs
$58,142 2-4 yrs
$58,615 5-8 yrs
$59,360 > 8 yrs
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How Do Security Lead 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 Security Leads. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $65,029.
  • California: $64,782.
  • Massachusetts: $63,919.

Top Paying Cities for Security Leads

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:

  • San Jose: $74,080
  • San Francisco: $73,352
  • Oakland: $71,725

What Skills Can Increase a Security Lead's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 12.71% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Guest Service (Mentioned in 12.71% Job Postings): Guest services is a division of the hospitality industry. The goal of guest services is to provide customers with an enjoyable experience, primarily in the hotel and spa industry, sports facilities, and event venues.
  • Housekeeping (Mentioned in 12.71% Job Postings): Housekeeping department is keeping the venue clean and sanitary as part of customer service. Cleaners vacuum rugs and furniture in hallways, rooms and public areas. They collect trash and empty wastebaskets, change the sheets and make the beds.
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Commitment 12.71%
Guest Service 12.71%
Housekeeping 12.71%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Security Lead's salary.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Verbal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Initiative
 $68,130
16%
Verbal Communication
 $62,257
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How Education impacts a Security Lead's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Security Leads enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Security Lead with a Associate's Degree is between $59,584 and $64,845).

Security Lead Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Security Lead
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.8%
High School 50.5%
Associates 20.0%
Bachelors 21.9%
Masters 3.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Security Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security Lead'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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Average $58,733/year
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Average $4,894/month
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Average $28/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $68,634 $5,719 $1,320 $33
Average $58,733 $4,894 $1,129 $28
25th Percentile $54,478 $4,540 $1,048 $26

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Salary Trends for Security Lead

Salaries for a Security Lead can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $47,803 in 2023 to around $47,050 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Security Lead salary trends, .

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