As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Kansas City, MO is $76,640, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,474 weekly, or $6,387 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 Kansas City, MO vary widely, spanning from $62,867 to $89,603. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,431) and 75th percentile ($83,425), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,603 per year. This $13,994 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, Kansas City Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 2.6% lower than national averages. However, Kansas City currently ranks 435 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 $62,867 Kansas City, MO November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $69,431 Kansas City, MO November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $76,640 Kansas City, MO November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $83,425 Kansas City, MO November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $89,603 Kansas City, MO 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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About Kansas City, Missouri    Kansas City is the largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city had an estimated population of 488,943 in....More

Kansas City, Missouri  area prices were up 1.7% from a year ago

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