As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Jackson, MS is $69,931, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,345 weekly, or $5,828 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 Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Security Engineer in Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $57,646 to $82,052. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,501) and 75th percentile ($76,275), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,052 per year. This $12,774 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, Jackson Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 762 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 $57,646 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $63,501 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $69,931 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $76,275 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $82,052 Jackson, MS April 01, 2026
25% $63,501 10% $57,646 90% $82,052 75% $76,275 $69,931 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Entry Level Security Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Facilities Design Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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