As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Albany, IL is $73,944, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,422 weekly, or $6,162 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Security Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Security Engineer in Albany, IL vary widely, spanning from $60,655 to $86,451. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,988) and 75th percentile ($80,491), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,451 per year. This $13,503 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Carpentry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Albany Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 7.7% lower 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
Entry Level Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $60,655 Albany, IL November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $66,988 Albany, IL November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $73,944 Albany, IL November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $80,491 Albany, IL November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $86,451 Albany, IL November 01, 2026
25% $66,988 10% $60,655 90% $86,451 75% $80,491 $73,944 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Entry Level Security Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Facilities Design Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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