As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in San Francisco, CA is $98,106, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,887 weekly, or $8,176 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 San Francisco, CA vary widely, spanning from $80,956 to $115,308. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($89,129) and 75th percentile ($107,110), while top earners (90th percentile) make $115,308 per year. This $17,981 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, San Francisco Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 13.1% higher than national averages. However, San Francisco currently ranks 3 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 $80,956 San Francisco, CA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $89,129 San Francisco, CA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $98,106 San Francisco, CA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $107,110 San Francisco, CA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $115,308 San Francisco, CA July 01, 2026
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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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