As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Fort Collins, CO is $77,914, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,498 weekly, or $6,493 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 Fort Collins, CO vary widely, spanning from $63,912 to $91,093. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,584) and 75th percentile ($84,812), while top earners (90th percentile) make $91,093 per year. This $14,228 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, Fort Collins Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 2.9% lower than national averages. However, Fort Collins currently ranks 380 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 $63,912 Fort Collins, CO November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $70,584 Fort Collins, CO November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $77,914 Fort Collins, CO November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $84,812 Fort Collins, CO November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $91,093 Fort Collins, CO November 01, 2026
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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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