As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Boulder, CO is $82,496, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,586 weekly, or $6,875 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 Boulder, CO vary widely, spanning from $67,671 to $96,450. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,736) and 75th percentile ($89,800), while top earners (90th percentile) make $96,450 per year. This $15,064 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, Boulder Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 2.8% higher than national averages. However, Boulder currently ranks 205 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 $67,671 Boulder, CO November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $74,736 Boulder, CO November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $82,496 Boulder, CO November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $89,800 Boulder, CO November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $96,450 Boulder, CO November 01, 2026
25% $74,736 10% $67,671 90% $96,450 75% $89,800 $82,496 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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