As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Security Architect in Seattle, WA is $146,218, equivalent to $70 per hour, $2,812 weekly, or $12,185 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 Seattle, WA vary widely, spanning from $130,152 to $166,706. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($137,808) and 75th percentile ($156,942), while top earners (90th percentile) make $166,706 per year. This $19,134 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, Seattle Security Architect often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, Seattle currently ranks 91 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 $130,152 Seattle, WA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Security Architect Salary $137,808 Seattle, WA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Security Architect Salary $146,218 Seattle, WA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Security Architect Salary $156,942 Seattle, WA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Security Architect Salary $166,706 Seattle, WA April 01, 2026
25% $137,808 10% $130,152 90% $166,706 75% $156,942 $146,218 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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