As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Greensboro, NC is $73,188, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,407 weekly, or $6,099 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 Greensboro, NC vary widely, spanning from $60,035 to $85,568. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,303) and 75th percentile ($79,668), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,568 per year. This $13,365 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, Greensboro Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Greensboro currently ranks 645 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 $60,035 Greensboro, NC November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $66,303 Greensboro, NC November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $73,188 Greensboro, NC November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $79,668 Greensboro, NC November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $85,568 Greensboro, NC 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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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 Greensboro, NC. The base salary for Entry Level Security Engineer ranges from $66,303 to $79,668 with the average base salary of $73,188. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,164 to $80,802 with the average total cash compensation of $70,652.

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