As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Cincinnati, OH is $76,417, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,470 weekly, or $6,368 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 Cincinnati, OH vary widely, spanning from $63,059 to $89,816. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,425) and 75th percentile ($83,431), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,816 per year. This $14,006 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, Cincinnati Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Cincinnati currently ranks 461 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 $63,059 Cincinnati, OH July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $69,425 Cincinnati, OH July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $76,417 Cincinnati, OH July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $83,431 Cincinnati, OH July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $89,816 Cincinnati, OH July 01, 2026
25% $69,425 10% $63,059 90% $89,816 75% $83,431 $76,417 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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