As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Philadelphia, PA is $82,026, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,577 weekly, or $6,836 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 Philadelphia, PA vary widely, spanning from $67,285 to $95,901. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,310) and 75th percentile ($89,288), while top earners (90th percentile) make $95,901 per year. This $14,978 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, Philadelphia Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Philadelphia currently ranks 225 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 $67,285 Philadelphia, PA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $74,310 Philadelphia, PA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $82,026 Philadelphia, PA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $89,288 Philadelphia, PA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $95,901 Philadelphia, PA November 01, 2026
25% $74,310 10% $67,285 90% $95,901 75% $89,288 $82,026 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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