As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Southaven, MS is $73,363, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,411 weekly, or $6,114 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 Southaven, MS vary widely, spanning from $60,179 to $85,773. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($66,462) and 75th percentile ($79,859), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,773 per year. This $13,397 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, Southaven Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 4.6% lower than national averages. However, Southaven currently ranks 633 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 $60,179 Southaven, MS November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $66,462 Southaven, MS November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $73,363 Southaven, MS November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $79,859 Southaven, MS November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $85,773 Southaven, MS November 01, 2026
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    Entry Level Security Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Southaven, Mississippi    Southaven is a city in DeSoto County, Mississippi, United States. It is a principal city in Greater Memphis. The 2010 census reported a population of ....More

Southaven, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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