As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Chattanooga, TN is $71,347, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,372 weekly, or $5,946 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 Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Security Engineer in Chattanooga, TN vary widely, spanning from $58,813 to $83,713. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,786) and 75th percentile ($77,820), while top earners (90th percentile) make $83,713 per year. This $13,034 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, Chattanooga Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 2.9% lower than national averages. However, Chattanooga currently ranks 714 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 $58,813 Chattanooga, TN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $64,786 Chattanooga, TN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $71,347 Chattanooga, TN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $77,820 Chattanooga, TN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $83,713 Chattanooga, TN April 01, 2026
25% $64,786 10% $58,813 90% $83,713 75% $77,820 $71,347 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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About Chattanooga, Tennessee    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 144.6 square miles (374.4 km2), of which 137.1 square miles (355.2 km2) are....More

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