As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Tacoma, WA is $85,067, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,636 weekly, or $7,089 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 Tacoma, WA vary widely, spanning from $69,903 to $99,599. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,130) and 75th percentile ($92,674), while top earners (90th percentile) make $99,599 per year. This $15,544 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, Tacoma Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Tacoma currently ranks 121 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 $69,903 Tacoma, WA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $77,130 Tacoma, WA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $85,067 Tacoma, WA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $92,674 Tacoma, WA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $99,599 Tacoma, WA May 01, 2026
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    Entry Level Security Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Tacoma, Washington    Tacoma (/təˈkoʊmə/ tə-KOH-mə) is a mid-sized urban port city and the county seat of Pierce County, Washington, United States. The city is on Washingto....More

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