As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Cloud Security Engineer in Alameda, CA is $114,900, equivalent to $55 per hour, $2,210 weekly, or $9,575 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Cloud Security Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Cloud Security Engineer in Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $96,490 to $134,767. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($105,264) and 75th percentile ($125,299), while top earners (90th percentile) make $134,767 per year. This $20,035 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Security Architecture, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alameda Cloud Security Engineer often earn 10.8% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Cloud Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cloud Security Engineer Salary $96,490 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Cloud Security Engineer Salary $105,264 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Cloud Security Engineer Salary $114,900 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Cloud Security Engineer Salary $125,299 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Cloud Security Engineer Salary $134,767 Alameda, CA June 01, 2026
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    Cloud Security Engineer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Cyber Security Architect II

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

Alameda, California  area prices were up 4.5% from a year ago

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