Security Service Technician Salary in the United States

How much does a Security Service Technician make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Service Technician in the United States is $94,239 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,359
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,309 to $96,396
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,999
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View as table View as graph 25% $87,309 10% $80,999 90% $98,359 75% $96,396 $94,239 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Security Service Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $96,396 $8,033 $1,854 $46
Average $94,239 $7,853 $1,812 $45
25th Percentile $87,309 $7,276 $1,679 $42
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Key Factors That Influence Security Service Technician Salaries

A Security Service Technician'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 Security Service Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Security Service Technician'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): $77,372
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $94,720
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,855
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,334
  • Expert (over 8 years): $156,013
Levels Salary
Network S... Level Security Service Technician$77,372
Security ... Level Security Service Technician$94,720
Network S... Level Security Service Technician$118,855
Network S... Level Security Service Technician$137,334
Network S... Level Security Service Technician$156,013
$77,372 0 yr
$94,720 < 2 yrs
$118,855 2-4 yrs
$137,334 5-8 yrs
$156,013 > 8 yrs
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How Do Security Service Technician 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 Service Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $104,342.
  • California: $103,946.
  • Massachusetts: $102,560.

Top Paying Cities for Security Service Technicians

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: $118,864
  • San Francisco: $117,562
  • Oakland: $115,085

What Skills Can Increase a Security Service Technician's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 12.93% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.78% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Operating System (Mentioned in 1.49% Job Postings): Maintaining software that runs on a computer that serves as an interface between computer hardware components and the user.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 12.93%
Microsoft Office 1.78%
Operating System 1.49%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 Service Technician's salary.
  • System Requirements: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Java: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Agile: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
System Requirements
$107,433
14%
Java
$106,490
13%
Agile
$104,605
11%
Software Development
$104,605
11%
Business Requirements
$103,663
10%
Test Plans
$103,663
10%
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Security Service Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Security Service Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Security Service Technician positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Security Service Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Security Service Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$122,511$59.030%
Financial Services$117,799$57.025%
Energy & Utilities$113,087$54.020%
Aerospace & Defense$108,375$52.015%
Biotechnology$103,663$50.010%

Security Service Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security Service Technician'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Security Service Technician

Salaries for a Security Service Technician can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $93,424 in 2023 to around $90,563 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Security Service Technician salary trends, .

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    Columbus, OH

    Allied Universal | Columbus, OH

    Allied Universal - - Responsibilities: Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while following security procedures. Conduct regular... more

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    Columbus, OH

    Allied Universal | Columbus, OH

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  • Wachter

    Columbus, OH

    Wachter | Columbus, OH

    Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Burglar Installation Technician. Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career p... more

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    Columbus, OH

    Sir Grout | Columbus, OH

    Tile And Grout Restoration Technician. Sir Grout is a leading provider of tile and grout restoration services, committed to revitalizing surfaces and trans... more

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  • Georgesville Nissan

    Columbus, OH

    Georgesville Nissan | Columbus, OH

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  • United Site Services

    Columbus, OH

    United Site Services | Columbus, OH

    Service Technician. United Site Services is the industry leader in comprehensive site services, committed to creating partnerships that help enable our cus... more

    9 Days Ago

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FAQ about Security Service Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Security Service Technician?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Security Service Technician roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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