As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Asheville, NC is $72,480, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,394 weekly, or $6,040 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 Asheville, NC vary widely, spanning from $59,455 to $84,740. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,662) and 75th percentile ($78,898), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,740 per year. This $13,236 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, Asheville Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 3.0% lower than national averages. However, Asheville currently ranks 678 statewide for Entry Level Security Engineer job salary. 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 $59,455 Asheville, NC November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $65,662 Asheville, NC November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $72,480 Asheville, NC November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $78,898 Asheville, NC November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $84,740 Asheville, NC November 01, 2026
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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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Entry Level Security Engineer in Asheville, NC. The base salary for Entry Level Security Engineer ranges from $65,662 to $78,898 with the average base salary of $72,480. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,572 to $80,020 with the average total cash compensation of $69,969.

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