As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Security Engineer in Troy, NY is $79,761, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,534 weekly, or $6,647 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 Troy, NY vary widely, spanning from $65,427 to $93,253. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($72,258) and 75th percentile ($86,823), while top earners (90th percentile) make $93,253 per year. This $14,565 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, Troy Entry Level Security Engineer often earn 4.6% higher than national averages. However, Troy currently ranks 286 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 $65,427 Troy, NY November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $72,258 Troy, NY November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $79,761 Troy, NY November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $86,823 Troy, NY November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Security Engineer Salary $93,253 Troy, NY November 01, 2026
25% $72,258 10% $65,427 90% $93,253 75% $86,823 $79,761 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Entry Level Security Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Facilities Design Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Entry Level Security Engineer in Troy, NY. The base salary for Entry Level Security Engineer ranges from $72,258 to $86,823 with the average base salary of $79,761. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $66,657 to $88,059 with the average total cash compensation of $76,998.

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About Troy, New York    Troy is a city in the U.S. state of New York and the seat of Rensselaer County. The city is located on the western edge of Rensselaer County and on th....More

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