As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Reno, NV is $78,786, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,515 weekly, or $6,566 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 Reno, NV vary widely, spanning from $64,628 to $92,113. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,375) and 75th percentile ($85,762), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,113 per year. This $14,387 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, Reno Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 1.2% higher than national averages. However, Reno currently ranks 337 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 $64,628 Reno, NV November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $71,375 Reno, NV November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $78,786 Reno, NV November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $85,762 Reno, NV November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $92,113 Reno, NV November 01, 2026
25% $71,375 10% $64,628 90% $92,113 75% $85,762 $78,786 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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About Reno, Nevada    Reno (/ˈriːnoʊ/ REE-noh) is a city in the U.S. state of Nevada, located in the northwestern part of the state, approximately 22 miles (35 km) from Lak....More

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