As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Security Architect in Houston, TX is $132,038, equivalent to $63 per hour, $2,539 weekly, or $11,003 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Security Architect in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Security Architect in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $117,530 to $150,539. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($124,444) and 75th percentile ($141,722), while top earners (90th percentile) make $150,539 per year. This $17,278 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, Houston Security Architect often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for Security Architect 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
Security Architect Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Security Architect Salary $117,530 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Security Architect Salary $124,444 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Security Architect Salary $132,038 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Security Architect Salary $141,722 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Security Architect Salary $150,539 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25% $124,444 10% $117,530 90% $150,539 75% $141,722 $132,038 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

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