Security Systems Technician Salary in the United States

Security Systems Technician Salary

How much does a Security Systems Technician make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Security Systems Technician in the United States is $40,047. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $33,218 to a high of $48,116, with most professionals earning between $36,472 and $44,271.

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10th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $33,218 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $36,472 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $40,047 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $44,271 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $48,116 US April 01, 2025
25% $36,472 10% $33,218 90% $48,116 75% $44,271 $40,047 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Surveillance Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Security Systems Technician

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Surveillance Supervisor

    3 + years experience
    Associate'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 Security Systems Technician in the United States. The base salary for Security Systems Technician ranges from $36,472 to $44,271 with the average base salary of $40,047. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,472 to $44,271 with the average total cash compensation of $40,047.

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