As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Detroit, MI is $78,637, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,512 weekly, or $6,553 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 Detroit, MI vary widely, spanning from $64,505 to $91,938. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,240) and 75th percentile ($85,599), while top earners (90th percentile) make $91,938 per year. This $14,359 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, Detroit Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 1.6% higher than national averages. However, Detroit currently ranks 342 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 $64,505 Detroit, MI November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $71,240 Detroit, MI November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $78,637 Detroit, MI November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $85,599 Detroit, MI November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $91,938 Detroit, MI November 01, 2026
25% $71,240 10% $64,505 90% $91,938 75% $85,599 $78,637 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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