As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Roanoke, VA is $72,047, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,386 weekly, or $6,004 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 Roanoke, VA vary widely, spanning from $59,051 to $84,144. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,244) and 75th percentile ($78,379), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,144 per year. This $13,135 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, Roanoke Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 9.0% lower than national averages. However, Roanoke currently ranks 693 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 $59,051 Roanoke, VA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $65,244 Roanoke, VA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $72,047 Roanoke, VA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $78,379 Roanoke, VA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $84,144 Roanoke, VA June 01, 2026
25% $65,244 10% $59,051 90% $84,144 75% $78,379 $72,047 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 Roanoke, Virginia    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.9 square miles (111.1 km2), of which 42.5 square miles (110.1 km2) is la....More

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