As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Newark, NJ is $88,578, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,703 weekly, or $7,382 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 Newark, NJ vary widely, spanning from $72,600 to $103,451. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($80,215) and 75th percentile ($96,363), while top earners (90th percentile) make $103,451 per year. This $16,148 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, Newark Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 3.9% higher than national averages. However, Newark currently ranks 40 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 $72,600 Newark, NJ June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $80,215 Newark, NJ June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $88,578 Newark, NJ June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $96,363 Newark, NJ June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $103,451 Newark, NJ June 01, 2026
25% $80,215 10% $72,600 90% $103,451 75% $96,363 $88,578 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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