As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Security Architect in Alameda, CA is $161,663, equivalent to $78 per hour, $3,109 weekly, or $13,472 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Security Architect in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Security Architect in Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $144,021 to $184,332. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($152,429) and 75th percentile ($173,528), while top earners (90th percentile) make $184,332 per year. This $21,099 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Security Architecture, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alameda Security Architect often earn 10.8% higher than national averages. 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
Security Architect Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Security Architect Salary $144,021 Alameda, CA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Security Architect Salary $152,429 Alameda, CA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Security Architect Salary $161,663 Alameda, CA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Security Architect Salary $173,528 Alameda, CA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Security Architect Salary $184,332 Alameda, CA August 01, 2026
25% $152,429 10% $144,021 90% $184,332 75% $173,528 $161,663 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

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