As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Dallas, TX is $77,662, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,494 weekly, or $6,472 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 Dallas, TX vary widely, spanning from $63,653 to $90,702. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,329) and 75th percentile ($84,488), while top earners (90th percentile) make $90,702 per year. This $14,159 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, Dallas Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 1.2% lower than national averages. However, Dallas currently ranks 393 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 $63,653 Dallas, TX June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $70,329 Dallas, TX June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $77,662 Dallas, TX June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $84,488 Dallas, TX June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $90,702 Dallas, TX June 01, 2026
25% $70,329 10% $63,653 90% $90,702 75% $84,488 $77,662 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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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 Dallas, TX. The base salary for Entry Level Security Engineer ranges from $70,329 to $84,488 with the average base salary of $77,662. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $64,060 to $84,627 with the average total cash compensation of $73,996.

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