As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in North Charleston, SC is $74,689, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,436 weekly, or $6,224 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 North Charleston, SC vary widely, spanning from $61,569 to $87,635. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,822) and 75th percentile ($81,466), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,635 per year. This $13,644 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, North Charleston Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 1.3% lower than national averages. However, North Charleston currently ranks 560 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 $61,569 North Charleston, SC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $67,822 North Charleston, SC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $74,689 North Charleston, SC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $81,466 North Charleston, SC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $87,635 North Charleston, SC April 01, 2026
25% $67,822 10% $61,569 90% $87,635 75% $81,466 $74,689 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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    2 - 4 years experience
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About North Charleston, South Carolina    North Charleston is the third-largest city in the U.S. state of South Carolina, with incorporated areas in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counti....More

North Charleston, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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